Question

Which of the following statements is false for alkali metals?

• A. Lithium is the strongest reducing agent in aqueous solution.
• B. Na forms superoxide with oxygen.
• C. $L{i}^{+}$ is exceptionally small.
• D. Alkali metals have high reactivity in water.

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Correct answer is (b) Na forms superoxide with oxygen.