Which of the following statements is false for alkali metals ?

L i^{+}

is exceptionally small

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Sodium is amphoteric in nature

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Lithium is the strongest reducing agent

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All alklai metals give blue solution in liquids ammonia

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Solution

The correct option is B Sodium is amphoteric in nature
Sodium is basic in nature. It forms strong base sodium hydroxide.

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