S Block Elements Question 216
Question: Which of the following does not illustrate the anomalous properties of lithium
[MP PET 1993]
Options:
A) The melting point and boiling point of $ Li $ are comparatively high
B) $ Li $ is much softer than the other group I metals
C) $ Li $ forms a nitride $ Li_3N $ unlike group I metals
D) The ion of $ Li $ and its compounds are more heavily hydrated than those of the rest of the group
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
$ Li $ is much softer than the other group I metals. Actually $ Li $ is harder then other alkali metals