Question

"While comparison of $L{i}^{+}$ and $N{a}^{+}$ salts in terms of property of complex formation we found that $\left[Li\right(N{H}_3{)}_4]$ exists and $Na$ does not form any complex."
Answer whether the above statement is true or false.
If true enter 1, else 0

Answer 1

The statement is true.

While comparison of $L{i}^{+}$ and $N{a}^{+}$ salts in terms of property of complex formation, we found that $\left[Li\right(N{H}_3{)}_4]$ exists and $Na$ does not form any complex.

Because of their low positive charge (+1) and relatively large ionic radii, alkali metal cations have only a weak tendency to react with simple Lewis bases to form metal complexes. Complex formation is most significant for the smallest cation ($L{i}^{+}$) and decreases with increasing radius. Complex formation is primarily due to the electrostatic interaction of the metal cation with polar molecules.

Hence, Na doesnot form any such complex.