Question
Chemistry Question on GROUP 1 ELEMENTS
In case of alkaline earth metals, the oxidation state of more than two is not observed because
A
they have only two electrons in the outer most shell
B
the s-orbital can accommodate only two electrons
C
the removal of third electron involves breaking up of noble gas configuration and the energy needed for this purpose is extremely high
D
None of these
Answer
the removal of third electron involves breaking up of noble gas configuration and the energy needed for this purpose is extremely high
Explanation
Solution
Answer (c) the removal of third electron involves breaking up of noble gas configuration and the energy needed for this purpose is extremely high