sblock Elements 1 Question 29
47. Statement I The alkali metals can form ionic hydrides which contain the hydride ion, $\mathrm{H}^{-}$.
Statement II The alkali metals have low electronegativity, their hydrides conduct electricity when fused and liberate hydrogen gas at the anode.
$(1994,2 \mathrm{M})$
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Answer:
Correct Answer: 47. solvated electrons
Solution:
- Alkali metal forms $M H$ in which hydrogen is in -1 oxidation state. Both statements are correct and statement -2 is correct explanation of statement I.
