The first three ionisation energies (in $kJ/mol$) of three representative elements are given below:
Element $IE_1$ $IE_2$ $IE_3$
$P$ $495.8$ $4562$ $6910$
$Q$ $737.7$ $1451$ $7733$
$R$ $577.5$ $1817$ $2745$

Which of the following options is incorrect?

  • A
    $Q$: Alkaline earth metal
  • B
    $P$: Alkali metal
  • C
    $R$: $s-block$ element
  • D
    They belong to the same period

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