The correct order of the mobility of the alkali metal ions in aqueous solution is
- Rb+ > K+ > Na+ > Li+
- Li+ > Na+ > K+ > Rb+
- Na+ > K+ > Rb+ > Li+
- K+ > Rb+ > Na+ > Li+
Answer
(1) Rb+ > K+ > Na+ > Li+
Solution
As per NCERT, the alkali metal ions are highly hydrated, and the smaller the ion, the greater its extent of hydration.
⇒ Extent of hydration: Li+ > Na+ > K+ > Rb+
⇒ Hydrated ionic radius: Li+ > Na+ > K+ > Rb+
∵ A larger hydrated ion moves more slowly in solution,
∴ Ionic mobility: Rb+ > K+ > Na+ > Li+
Answer: (1)