Considering the elements B, Al, Mg, and K, the correct order of their metallic character is:

(a) B > Al > Mg > K (b) Al > Mg > B > K


(c) Mg > Al > K > B (d) K > Mg > Al > B

The metallic character of elements decreases from left to right across a period. Thus, the metallic character of Mg is more than that of Al. The metallic character of elements increases down a group. Thus, the metallic character of Al is more than that of B. Considering the above statements, we get K > Mg and the only relation out of the given relations which holds the above condition is - (d) K > Mg > Al > B.

Hence, the correct order of metallic character of the elements B, Al, Mg, and K is – (d) K > Mg > Al > B.


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