Question
Chemistry Question on Classification of elements & periodicity in properties
Mg and Li are similar in their properties due to
A
same polarising power
B
same electron affinity
C
same group
D
same ionisation potential
Answer
same polarising power
Explanation
Solution
Mg and Li are similar in their properties due to the same electronegativity and the polarising power, i.e.,charge/radius (e/m) ratio