MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #5373

Lithium shows a diagonal relationship with Magnesium. Which chemical property is shared by both Lithium and Magnesium but not by Sodium?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #5373

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Lithium shows a diagonal relationship with Magnesium. Which chemical property is shared by both Lithium and Magnesium but not by Sodium?

    • A) Reaction with Carbon dioxide
    • B) Formation of acidic oxides
    • C) High solubility of their carbonates
    • D) Direct formation of nitrides upon heating in air

    Answer: Direct formation of nitrides upon heating in air

    Explanation: Lithium and Magnesium both react directly with Nitrogen to form nitrides, a similarity not shared by other Group 1 elements.