NEETChemistrys Block Elements
Which step in the overall change of alkali metal reduction has the highest energy requirement?
Options
- ASublimation of the metal
- BIonization of the metal
- CFormation of metal ions in aqueous solution
- DHydration of metal ions
Correct answer
B. Ionization of the metal
Step-by-step solution
The ionization of the metal (formation of metal ions) typically requires the highest energy input in the overall process of alkali metal reduction.