The correct order of increasing metallic character of Na, Be, P, Mg and Si is

1. A. Be < Si < P < Mg < Na
2. B. P < Si < Na < Mg < Be
3. C. P < Si < Be < Mg < Na
4. D. P < Mg < Be < Si < Na

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