MCQ
On moving from left to right across a period in the table the metallic character
  • A
    Increases
  • Decreases
  • C
    Remains constant
  • D
    First increases and then decreases

Answer

Correct option: B.
Decreases
b
The ionization energy increases in a period. This decreases the electropositive character and metallic nature.

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