A diagonal relationship is exists between elements which are diagonally adjacent to each other in the second and third periods (first 20 elements) of the periodic table. These pairs are:
These pairs exhibit similar properties; for example, boron and silicon are both semiconductors, forming halides that are hydrolysed in water and have acidic oxides.
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Question : A diagonal relationship is found between which pair of the following elements?
Option 1: Li and Mg
Option 2: Be and B
Option 3: Be and Mg
Option 4: Na and Mg
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