Practice - General Characteristics of s-Block Elements
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Practice Questions
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How many valence electrons do alkali metals possess?
💡 Hint: Think of the first column of the periodic table.
Do alkaline earth metals have a higher or lower reactivity compared to alkali metals?
💡 Hint: Remember their valence electrons.
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Interactive Quizzes
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How many valence electrons do alkali metals have?
💡 Hint: Think about their group in the periodic table.
Are alkaline earth metals more reactive than alkali metals?
💡 Hint: Consider their electron configuration.
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Challenge Problems
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Predict the outcome of a reaction between sodium and water. What products will form, and why do you expect sodium to react vigorously?
💡 Hint: Consider how many electrons sodium needs to lose to achieve a stable configuration.
Explain how the density and melting points of alkaline earth metals influence their uses in construction materials.
💡 Hint: Think about why heavier, more robust materials might be preferred in building.
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