Question:

The correct order of solubility of the sulphates of alkaline earth metals in water is $Be > Mg > Ca > Sr > Ba$. This is due to

Updated On: Jul 12, 2022
  • decreasing lattice energy
  • high heat of solvation for smaller ions like $Be^{2+}$
  • increase in melting points
  • increasing molecular weight
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

As we move down the group from $ {BeSO_4}$ to $ {BaSO_4}$, the enthalpy of hydration of the positive ion becomes smaller due to increase in ionic size. Salts of heavier metal ions are less soluble than those of lighter ions.
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Concepts Used:

Group 1 Elements

Group one of alkali metals is s-block elements with just one electron in their s-orbital. They are are alkali metals. They are named so because of the alkaline nature of the hydroxides and oxides.

Alkali metals are characterized by one s-electron in the valence shell of their atoms.

Alkali metals have a corresponding [Noble gas] ns1 electronic configuration. They occupy the first column of the periodic table. Alkali elements are:

  • Lithium(Li)
  • Sodium(Na)
  • Potassium (K)
  • Rubidium (Ru)
  • Cesium (Cs)
  • Francium (Fr)

They have occupied successive periods from first to seven. Francium is a radioactive element with very low half-life.

Electronic Configuration:

  • Alkali metals have one electron in their valence shell.
  • The electronic configuration is given by ns1. For example, the electronic configuration of lithium is given by 1ns1 2ns1.
  • They tend to lose the outer shell electron to form cations with charge +1 (monovalent ions).

This makes them the most electropositive elements and due to the same reason, they are not found in the pure state.