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Which group of elements in the Periodic Table belong to the s-block?
Which group of elements in the Periodic Table belong to the s-block?
How many electrons can the s-orbital accommodate?
How many electrons can the s-orbital accommodate?
Which group of elements are collectively known as the alkali metals?
Which group of elements are collectively known as the alkali metals?
Which element is not an alkali metal from the list provided?
Which element is not an alkali metal from the list provided?
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In terms of electron filling, which group does neon belong to?
In terms of electron filling, which group does neon belong to?
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Study Notes
s-block Elements
- The last electron in s-block elements enters the outermost s-orbital.
- The s-orbital can accommodate only two electrons.
s-block Groups
- The s-block of the Periodic Table consists of two groups: 1 and 2.
Alkali Metals
- Group 1 of the Periodic Table consists of the alkali metals.
- The alkali metals are: lithium, sodium, potassium, rubidium, caesium, and francium.
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Description
Learn about the s-block elements of the Periodic Table and specifically explore Group 1, which consists of lithium, sodium, potassium, rubidium, caesium and francium. These elements, known as alkali metals, have unique properties and characteristics.
