S Block Elements Question 80
Question: A metal M readily forms sulphate $ MSO_4 $ which is water insoluble. It forms oxide MO which becomes inert on heating. It forms insoluble hydroxide which is soluble in NaOH. The metal M is
Options:
A) Mg
B) Ba
C) Ca
D) Be
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
[d] $ BeSO_4 $ and $ MgSO_4 $ are soluble in water. Only BeO is amphoteric and thus, reacts with NaOH.
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