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What is the primary factor responsible for beryllium's (Be)...
What is the primary factor responsible for beryllium's (Be) reducing nature?
Options
- AHigh atomic number of Be.
- BLarge atomic radius of Be.
- CStrong metallic bonds in Be.
- DHydration energy associated with Be₂⁺ ion.
Correct answer
D. Hydration energy associated with Be₂⁺ ion.
Step-by-step solution
Beryllium's reducing nature is primarily due to the large hydration energy associated with the small Be₂⁺ ion.