S Block Elements Question 243

Question: A fire of lithium, sodium and potassium can be extinguished by

[DCE 2003]

Options:

A) $ H_2O $

B) Nitrogen

C) $ CO_2 $

D) Asbestos blanket

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

Carbon dioxide does not help in burning, also it forms carbonate with alkali metals.