Medium MCQ +4 / -1 PYQ · JEE Mains 2020

Two elements A and B have similar chemical properties. They don’t form solid hydrogencarbonates, but react with nitrogen to form nitrides. A and B, respectively, are :

  1. A Li and Mg Correct answer
  2. B Cs and Ba
  3. C Na and Rb
  4. D Na and Ca

Solution

Solid hydrogencarbonates are not formed by lithium and magnesium. <br><br>– 6Li + N<sub>2</sub> $\to$ 2Li<sub>3</sub>N <br><br>– 3Mg + N<sub>2</sub> $\to$ Mg<sub>3</sub>N<sub>2</sub>

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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: s-Block Elements · Topic: Alkali Metals

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