S Block Elements Question 99

Question: Which of the following does not illustrate the anomalous properties of lithium-

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:

[b] Actually $ Li $ is harder than other alkali metals.