Periodic trends (electropositivity): Which of the following is the most electropositive element? Recall: metallic character increases down a group and to the left. Choose the correct option.
IIT JEE
Chemistry
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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ALithium
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BSodium
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CCalcium
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DCaesium (Cs)
Answer
Correct Answer: Caesium (Cs)
Explanation
ConceptElectropositivity (tendency to lose electrons) increases down the alkali metals; among common stable elements, caesium is typically the most electropositive (Fr is radioactive and rarely considered in GK).
Final AnswerCaesium (Cs)