Which one of the following has the maximum metallic character?
Na
Mg
Al
Si
Across a period (from left to right), metallic character decreases. Na is the first element in 3rd period. So, Na has maximum metallic character.
Question 17 Arrange the following elements in the order of their decreasing metallic character Na, Si, Cl, Mg, Al (a) Cl > Si >Al > Mg >Na (b) Na >Mg >Al >Si > Cl (c) Na > Al > Mg > Cl > Si (d) Al > Na> Si > Ca> Mg
The first ionistation enthalpies of Na, Mg, Al, and Si are in the order (a) Na< Mg > Al < Si (b) Na> Mg > Al > Si (c) Na< Mg< Al< Si (d) Na> Mg> Al < Si