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Published on: August 13, 2026
The alkali metals form salt ‐ like hydrides by the direct synthesis at elevated temperature. The thermal stability of these hydrides decreases in which of the following orders?
A
B
C
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
The ionic character of the bonds in hydrides increases from 
to 
so thermal stability of these hydrides decreases in the order of
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