Q2Multiple choice
Why does H ion always get associated with other atoms or molecules?
- (i)Ionisation enthalpy of hydrogen resembles that of alkali metals.
- (ii)Its reactivity is similar to halogens.
- (iii)It resembles both alkali metals and halogens.
- (iv)Loss of an electron from hydrogen atom results in a nucleus of very small size as compared to other atoms or ions. Due to smal size it cannot exist free.
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(iv) Loss of an electron from hydrogen atom results in a nucleus of very small size as compared to other atoms or ions. Due to smal size it cannot exist free.