D-And F-Block Elements Ques 466
Question: Mercury is the only metal which is liquid at $ 0{}^\circ C $ . This is due to its
Options:
A) very high ionisation energy and weak metallic bond.
B) low ionisation potential.
C) high atomic weight.
D) high vapour pressure.
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
Metallic bonding in mercury is weak.