S Block Elements Question 210

Question: Magnitude of which of the following property of alkali metals increases with the increase of atomic number

[MP PMT 1987]

Options:

A) Electronegativity

B) Ionic radius

C) First ionization energy

D) Melting point

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

Element - Li Na K Rb Cs
Ionic radius - (pm) 76 102 138 152 167

as the atomic no. increases the no. of shells increases hence, atomic radius increases.