Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
Considering the elements B, Al, Mg, and K, which of the following sequences correctly represents their order of decreasing metallic character?
A
K > Mg > Al > B
B
Al > Mg > B > K
C
B > Al > Mg > K
D
Mg > Al > K > B
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The metallic character increases as we move down a group in the periodic table. Thus, K (potassium) being the lowest in the group has the highest metallic character, followed by Mg, Al, and B.
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