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2026 Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties Periodic trend of metallic character Medium Question 2 of 41 in Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties

The correct order of increasing metallic character of Na, Be, P, Mg and Si is:

A P < Si < Be < Mg < Na

B Be < Si < P < Mg < Na

C P < Si < Na < Mg < Be

D P < Mg < Be < Si < Na

The answer is A.

Solution

Metallic character $\propto \frac{1}{Ionisation\ Energy}$ Metallic character: Na > Mg > Be > Si > P Increasing order: P < Si < Be < Mg < Na

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