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Certain characteristics lithium differ from those of other alkali metals, the main reason for this is

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Small size of `Li` atom and `Li^(+)` ion

B

Extremely high electropositivity of `Li`

C

Greater hardness of `Li`

D

Hydration of `Li^(+)` ion

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Small atomic and ionic size leads to high electronegativity and hydration energy. Small atomic and ionic size leads to high electronegativity and hydration energy.
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