AP EAMCET201726 Apr 2017Morning ShiftChemistrys Block ElementsActual
Which one of the following statements is not correct?
Options
- AThe hydration enthalpies of alkali metal ions decrease down the group.
- BLithium halides are some what covalent in nature.
- CAlkali metals react with water liberating oxygen gas.
- DKO ₂ is paramagnetic.
Correct answer
C. Alkali metals react with water liberating oxygen gas.
Step-by-step solution
2 M (s)+2 H ₂ O 2 MOH + H ₂(g) (Where M = Alkali Metal)