Question:

Identify the incorrect statement from the following

Updated On: Apr 26, 2024
  • Alkali metals react with water to form their hydroxides
  • The oxidation number of K in KO2 is +4.
  • Ionisation enthalpy of alkali metals decreases from top to bottom in the group.
  • Lithium is the strongest reducing agent among the alkali metals.
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Oxidation number of K in KO2 is not +4 but it is +1
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P-Block Elements

  • P block elements are those in which the last electron enters any of the three p-orbitals of their respective shells. Since a p-subshell has three degenerate p-orbitals each of which can accommodate two electrons, therefore in all there are six groups of p-block elements.
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