S Block Elements Question 286
Question: As the alkaline earth metals (except Be) tend to lose their valence electrons readily they act as
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Options:
A) Weak oxidising agent
B) Weak reducing agent
C) Strong oxidising agent
D) Strong reducing agent
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
Second group elements are show strong reducing properties but less Ist group element show less.