NEET2019Chemistrys Block ElementsActual
Which of the following statements is false for alkali metals?
Options
- ALithium is the strongest reducing agent in aqueous solution.
- BNa forms superoxide with oxygen.
- CLi ⁺ is exceptionally small.
- DAlkali metals have high reactivity in water.
Correct answer
B. Na forms superoxide with oxygen.
Step-by-step solution
Na forms peroxide, Na ₂ O ₂ with oxygen.