Question on: JAMB Chemistry - 2014

Beryllium and aluminium have similar properties because they

A
are both metals
B
belong to the same group
C
belong to the same period
D
are positioned diagonally to each other
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Correct Option: D

Beryllium (Be) and aluminium (Al) exhibit similar properties due to the diagonal relationship in the periodic table. This is because:

  • They are positioned diagonally to each other in the periodic table.
  • This diagonal relationship leads to similarities in properties like charge density and ionic size, which influence their chemical behavior.

Therefore, the correct answer is D.

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