Alkali Metals: Group IA Elements
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Alkali Metals: Group IA Elements

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What is the group number of alkali metals in the periodic table?

Group IA

How many valence electrons do alkali metals have?

One

Why do alkali metals have low ionization energies?

Weak attraction between the nucleus and the valence electron

What is the appearance of alkali metals?

<p>Silvery-white</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are alkali metals known as electropositive metals?

<p>They are highly electropositive</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of ions do alkali metals readily form?

<p>Positive ions (cations)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which alkali metals are liquid at room temperature?

<p>Potassium and caesium</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are alkali metals good conductors of heat and electricity?

<p>Due to their metallic nature</p> Signup and view all the answers

What determines the reactive nature of alkali metals?

<p>Ionization energy and ease of forming positive ions</p> Signup and view all the answers

With which elements do alkali metals easily combine?

<p>Halogens, sulfur, nitrogen, phosphorus, and oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

S Block Elements: Alkali Metals

The alkali metals, also known as Group IA elements or group 1 elements, are located in the first column of the periodic table's s-block. They consist of lithium (Li), sodium (Na), potassium (K), rubidium (Rb), cesium (Cs), and francium (Fr). These elements have one valence electron and tend to lose one electron to achieve a stable, inert gas configuration. Some characteristics of alkali metals are:

  • Low ionization energy: They have low ionization energies due to the weak attraction between the nucleus and the valence electron.
  • Electropositive: They are highly electropositive and readily form positive ions (cations), which is why they are also known as electropositive metals.
  • Silvery-white appearance: They are typically found as silvery-white metals due to their high reflectivity.
  • Reactive: They are highly reactive, a property determined by their ionization energy and the ease with which they form positive ions.
  • Active nature: They are highly active and easily combine with the halogens, sulfur, nitrogen, phosphorus, and oxygen.
  • Good conductors of heat and electricity: They have excellent thermal conductivity and electrical conductivity due to their metallic nature.
  • Liquid at room temperature: Only potassium and caesium are liquid at standard temperature and pressure (25°C/0°C), while the others are solid.

Alkali metals form compounds with most other elements and are commonly found as metal oxides, hydroxides, carbonates, and fluorides. The alkali metals have diverse applications, including the production of sodium hydroxide used in soaps and detergents, potassium chlorate in explosives, and lithium batteries for portable electronics.

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Explore the characteristics and properties of alkali metals located in the first column of the periodic table's s-block. Learn about their low ionization energy, electropositive nature, silvery-white appearance, reactivity, and applications in various industries.

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