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| 1. |
The atomic radii of alkali metals (M) lie in the order \[LiR{{b}^{+}}\]. What is the reason for this reverse order (on going from \[Li\] to\[Rb)\]? [MP PMT 1997] |
| A. | Gradual increase in ionisation energy |
| B. | Increasing weakness of the metallic bond |
| C. | Increasing electropositive character |
| D. | Decreasing degree of hydration |
| Answer» E. | |