Which of the following does not show similarity between boron and aluminium ?

Chemistry · JEE Main · NTA Exams — p-Block Elements

1. Both form oxides of type M₂O₃ when heated with oxygen at high temperature.
2. Both dissolve in alkalies and evolve hydrogen.
3. Hydroxides of both the elements are basic in nature.
4. Both form nitrides of MN type when heated with N₂.

Answer

(C) Hydroxides of both the elements are basic in nature.

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