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Chemistry Classification of Elements and Periodicity Skill Builder Single Correct MCQ
Published on: August 12, 2026

The incorrect statement regarding s-block elements is:

A
They are reactive metals with low ionization enthalpies.
B
They lose the outermost electron(s) readily to form unipositive ion (in the case of alkali metals) or divalent positive ion (in the case of alkaline earth metals).
C
The metallic character and the reactivity decrease while moving down the group.
D
The s-block elements are never found pure in nature.

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The correct answer is:
C

In s-block elements, the metallic character and the reactivity increase as we go down the

group, because as the size increases, the tendency to lose electrons increases, hence, the metallic character and the chemical reactivity increases.

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