Question

Both lithium and magnesium displays several similar properties due to the diagonal relationship , however , the one which is incorrect is ,
A. both form nitrides
B. nitrates of both Li and Mg yield `NO_(2)` and `O_(2)` on heating
C. both form basic carbonates
D. both form soluble bicarbonates

Answer 1

Correct Answer - C
Li does not form basic carbonates but Mg does such as 3 Mg `CO_(3).Mg(OH)_(2). 3 H_(2)O` .