Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) Assertion Reason Question
Type: Assertion Reason-assertion-Easy-Class 11
Assertion (A): The metallic character increases as we go down the group in the periodic table. | Reason (R): The elements at the bottom of a group have lower ionization enthalpies and lose electrons more readily.
A
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
B
Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
C
A is true but R is false.
D
A is false.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The NCERT context states that reactive metals with low ionization enthalpies lose electrons readily, which increases metallic character down a group. This supports both the assertion and reason.
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