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1S Block Elements
Match List I with List II.
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2S Block Elements
What is the purpose of adding gypsum to cement?
MCQ+4 / -12023
3S Block Elements
Given below are two statements:
Statement I : Lithium and Magnesium do not form superoxide
Statement II : The ionic radius of \(\mathrm{Li}^{+}\) is larger than ionic radius of \(\mathrm{Mg}^{2+}\)
In the light of the above statements, choo...
Statement I : Lithium and Magnesium do not form superoxide
Statement II : The ionic radius of \(\mathrm{Li}^{+}\) is larger than ionic radius of \(\mathrm{Mg}^{2+}\)
In the light of the above statements, choo...
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4S Block Elements
For a good quality cement, the ratio of lime to the total of the oxides of \(\mathrm{Si}, \mathrm{Al}\) and $\mathrm{Fe}$ should be as close as to :
MCQ+4 / -12023
5S Block Elements
Given below are two statements: One is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R.
Assertion A : Sodium is about 30 times as abundant as potassium in the oceans.
Reason R : Potassium is bigger in size than sodium.
In the ...
Assertion A : Sodium is about 30 times as abundant as potassium in the oceans.
Reason R : Potassium is bigger in size than sodium.
In the ...
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6S Block Elements
Structures of \(\mathrm{BeCl}_{2}\) in solid state, vapour phase and at very high temperature respectively are :
MCQ+4 / -12023
7S Block Elements
Ion having highest hydration enthalpy among the given alkaline earth metal ions is :
MCQ+4 / -12023
8S Block Elements
The product, which is not obtained during the electrolysis of brine solution is :
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9S Block Elements
The number of alkali metal(s), from $\mathrm{Li}, \mathrm{K}, \mathrm{Cs}$, Rb having ionization enthalpy greater than $400 \mathrm{~kJ}$ $\mathrm{mol}^{-1}$ and forming stable super oxide is _____________.
INTEGER+4 / -12023
10S Block Elements
The element playing significant role in neuromuscular function and interneuronal transmission is :
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11S Block Elements
The alkaline earth metal sulphate(s) which are readily soluble in water is/are :
A. \(\mathrm{BeSO}_{4}\)
B. \(\mathrm{MgSO}_{4}\)
C. \(\mathrm{CaSO}_{4}\)
D. \(\mathrm{SrSO}_{4}\)
E. \(\mathrm{BaSO}_{4}\)
Choose the correct answer from the...
A. \(\mathrm{BeSO}_{4}\)
B. \(\mathrm{MgSO}_{4}\)
C. \(\mathrm{CaSO}_{4}\)
D. \(\mathrm{SrSO}_{4}\)
E. \(\mathrm{BaSO}_{4}\)
Choose the correct answer from the...
MCQ+4 / -12023
12S Block Elements
Lithium aluminium hydride can be prepared from the reaction of :
MCQ+4 / -12023
13S Block Elements
Which of the following reaction is correct?
MCQ+4 / -12023
14S Block Elements
Chlorides of which metal are soluble in organic solvents :
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15S Block Elements
The correct order of hydration enthalpies is
(A) K\(^+\)
(B) Rb\(^+\)
(C) Mg\(^{2+}\)
(D) Cs\(^+\)
(E) Ca\(^{2+}\)
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
(A) K\(^+\)
(B) Rb\(^+\)
(C) Mg\(^{2+}\)
(D) Cs\(^+\)
(E) Ca\(^{2+}\)
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
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16S Block Elements
On heating, \(\mathrm{LiNO_3}\) gives how many compounds among the following __________
\(\mathrm{Li_2O,N_2,O_2,LiNO_2,NO_2}\)
\(\mathrm{Li_2O,N_2,O_2,LiNO_2,NO_2}\)
INTEGER+4 / -12023
17S Block Elements
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R
Assertion A : The alkali metals and their salts impart characteristic colour to reducing flame.
Reason R : Alkali metals can be detected us...
Assertion A : The alkali metals and their salts impart characteristic colour to reducing flame.
Reason R : Alkali metals can be detected us...
MCQ+4 / -12023
18S Block Elements
Which of the following represents the correct order of metallic character of the given elements?
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19S Block Elements
Which one among the following metals is the weakest reducing agent?
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20S Block Elements
Reaction of BeO with ammonia and hydrogen fluoride gives A which on thermal decomposition gives \(\mathrm{BeF_2}\) and \(\mathrm{NH_4F}\). What is 'A'?
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21S Block Elements
Match List I with List II
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22S Block Elements
Identify the correct statements about alkali metals.
A. The order of standard reduction potential (M\(^+\)
| M) for alkali metal ions is Na > Rb > Li.
B. CsI is highly soluble in water.
C. Lithium carbonate is highly stable to heat.
D. Po...
A. The order of standard reduction potential (M\(^+\)
| M) for alkali metal ions is Na > Rb > Li.
B. CsI is highly soluble in water.
C. Lithium carbonate is highly stable to heat.
D. Po...
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23S Block Elements
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R
Assertion A : Beryllium has less negative value of reduction potential compared to the other alkaline earth metals.
Reason R : Beryllium ha...
Assertion A : Beryllium has less negative value of reduction potential compared to the other alkaline earth metals.
Reason R : Beryllium ha...
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24S Block Elements
Choose the correct statement(s) :
A. Beryllium oxide is purely acidic in nature.
B. Beryllium carbonate is kept in the atmosphere of \(\mathrm{CO_2}\).
C. Beryllium sulphate is readily soluble in water.
D. Beryllium shows anomalous behaviou...
A. Beryllium oxide is purely acidic in nature.
B. Beryllium carbonate is kept in the atmosphere of \(\mathrm{CO_2}\).
C. Beryllium sulphate is readily soluble in water.
D. Beryllium shows anomalous behaviou...
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25S Block Elements
Match List I with List II :
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26S Block Elements
Given below are two statements : one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).
Assertion (A) : Gypsum is used for making fireproof wall boards.
Reason (R) : Gypsum is unstable at high temperatures.
In the light o...
Assertion (A) : Gypsum is used for making fireproof wall boards.
Reason (R) : Gypsum is unstable at high temperatures.
In the light o...
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27S Block Elements
Given below are two statements : One is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R :
Assertion (A) : $\mathrm{BeCl}_{2}$ and $\mathrm{MgCl}_{2}$ produce characteristic flame
Reason (R) : The excitation energy is high in ...
Assertion (A) : $\mathrm{BeCl}_{2}$ and $\mathrm{MgCl}_{2}$ produce characteristic flame
Reason (R) : The excitation energy is high in ...
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28S Block Elements
\(\mathrm{Be}(\mathrm{OH})_{2}\) reacts with \(\mathrm{Sr}(\mathrm{OH})_{2}\) to yield an ionic salt. Choose the incorrect option related to this reaction from the following :
MCQ+4 / -12023
29S Block Elements
Identify the correct order of standard enthalpy of formation of sodium halides :
MCQ+4 / -12023
30S Block Elements
Better method for preparation of \(\mathrm{BeF}_{2}\), among the following is :
MCQ+4 / -12023
31S Block Elements
In the given reaction cycle
X, Y and Z respectively are :
X, Y and Z respectively are :
MCQ+4 / -12023
32S Block Elements
The density of alkali metals is in the order :
MCQ+4 / -12023
33S Block Elements
Match List-I with List-II:
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34S Block Elements
\(\mathrm{Mg}\left(\mathrm{NO}_{3}\right)_{2} \cdot \mathrm{XH}_{2} \mathrm{O}\) and \(\mathrm{Ba}\left(\mathrm{NO}_{3}\right)_{2} \cdot \mathrm{YH}_{2} \mathrm{O}\), represent formula of the crystalline forms of nitrate salts. Sum of $$\ma...
INTEGER+4 / -12023
35S Block Elements
Alkali metal from the following with least melting point is :
MCQ+4 / -12023
36S Block Elements
Lime reacts exothermally with water to give 'A' which has low solubility in water. Aqueous solution of 'A' is often used for the test of CO\(_2\), a test in which insoluble B is formed. If B is further reacted with CO\(_2\) then soluble com...
MCQ+4 / -12023
37S Block Elements
Number of water molecules in washing soda and soda ash respectively are :
MCQ+4 / -12023
38S Block Elements
The correct order of metallic character is :
MCQ+4 / -12023
39S Block Elements
Correct statement about alkali metal oxides is :
MCQ+4 / -12022
40S Block Elements
Match List - I with List - II :
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41S Block Elements
Match List-I with List-II
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42S Block Elements
Arrange the following in the decreasing order of their covalent character :
(A) LiCl
(B) NaCl
(C) KCl
(D) CsCl
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :
(A) LiCl
(B) NaCl
(C) KCl
(D) CsCl
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :
MCQ+4 / -12022
43S Block Elements
Amongst baking soda, caustic soda and washing soda, carbonate anion is present in :
MCQ+4 / -12022
44S Block Elements
Lithium nitrate and sodium nitrate, when heated separately, respectively, give :
MCQ+4 / -12022
45S Block Elements
Portland cement contains 'X' to enhance the setting time. What is 'X'?
MCQ+4 / -12022
46S Block Elements
Which of the following statement is incorrect?
MCQ+4 / -12022
47S Block Elements
Statement I : An alloy of lithium and magnesium is used to make aircraft plates.
Statement II : The magnesium ions are important for cell-membrane integrity.
In the light the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options give...
Statement II : The magnesium ions are important for cell-membrane integrity.
In the light the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options give...
MCQ+4 / -12022
48S Block Elements
The correct decreasing order for metallic character is :
MCQ+4 / -12022
49S Block Elements
BeCl2 reacts with LiAlH4 to give :
MCQ+4 / -12022
50S Block Elements
Addition of H2SO4 to BaO2 produces :
MCQ+4 / -12022
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