NEETChemistrys Block Elements
Why do beryllium and magnesium not impart color to the flame in the flame test?
Options
- ABecause they have a lower ionization energy compared to other alkaline earth metals.
- BBecause the energy of the Bunsen flame is too high to excite their electrons.
- CBecause they are larger in size than other alkaline earth metals.
- DBecause they have a high affinity for flame colors.
Correct answer
B. Because the energy of the Bunsen flame is too high to excite their electrons.
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (B) Because the energy of the Bunsen flame is too high to excite their electrons.