Ce4+ is stable. This is because of
half-filled d-orbitals
all paired electrons ind-orbitals
empty orbital
fully filled d-orbital
Which of the following statement(s) is/are incorrect for pair of elements Zr-Hf?
Both possess same number of valence electrons
Both have identical sizes
Both have almost identical radii
Both of these belong to same period of periodic table
Which element among the following does not form diatomic molecules?
Argon
Oxygen
Nitrogen
Bromine
Which of the following is covalent?
NaCl
KCl
BeCl
MgCl2
C.
BeCl
As we move down in the second group, metallic character increases.
First member of 2nd group i.e. Be or Beryllium form covalent compounds preferentially (due to its small size). Also, halides of Na and K are ionic in nature.