NEET2022Chemistry-Periodic Table

NEET 2022 Chemistry Alkali Metals MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 11

Identify the INCORRECT statement from the following.

A

Ionisation enthalpy of alkali metals decreases from top to bottom in the group.

B

Lithium is the strongest reducing agent among the alkali metals.

C

Alkali metals react with water to form their hydroxides.

D

The oxidation number of K in KO₂ is +4.

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

The oxidation number of K in KO₂ is +1, not +4. KO₂ is a superoxide, where the oxidation state of oxygen is1s^{-1}/2.

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