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20/12/2021 2:32 pm
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Which of the following statement is false?
(a) Strontium decomposes water readily than beryllium.
(b) Barium carbonate melts at a higher temperature than calcium carbonate.
(c) Barium hydroxide is more soluble in water than magnesium hydroxide.
(d) Beryllium hydroxide is more basic than barium hydroxide.
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20/12/2021 2:33 pm
Correct answer: (d) Beryllium hydroxide is more basic than barium hydroxide.
Explanation:
Be(OH)2 is amphoteric, but the hydroxides of other alkaline earth metals are basic. The basic strength increases gradually.