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Which among the following elements of group-2 exhibit anomalous properties?

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Be
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Mg
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Ca
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Ba
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Solution

The correct option is A Be
Be exhibit anomalous properties. This is due to smaller atomic and ionic radii of beryllium as compared to other group members. It is also due to the higher electronegativity of Be.

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