The s-block Elements — Chemistry STD 11 Science — Question
Gujarat BoardEnglish MediumSTD 11 ScienceChemistryThe s-block Elements1 Mark
MCQ
Which among the following is kinetically inert towards water?
A
$Na$
✓
$Be$
C
$Ca$
D
$K$
✓
Answer
Correct option: B.
$Be$
$Na, K$ and $Ca$ decompose water by evolving hydrogen gas. However Be does not react with water even when red hot. Its protective oxide layer survives even at high temperature.
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