Which of the following does not illustrate the anomalous properties of lithium?

  • A
    The melting point and boiling point of $Li$ are comparatively high.
  • B
    $Li$ is much softer than the other group $I$ metals.
  • C
    $Li$ forms a nitride $Li_3N$ unlike group $I$ metals.
  • D
    The ion of $Li$ and its compounds are more heavily hydrated than those of the rest of the group.

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