Chemistry - Periodic Table Families

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What is the Alkali metal family?

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The Alkali metal family consists of the elements in Group 1 of the periodic table, which are highly reactive soft metals including Lithium (Li), Sodium (Na), Potassium (K), Rubidium (Rb), Cesium (Cs), and Francium (Fr).

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Which element is not part of the Alkali metal family?

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Hydrogen (H) is not part of the Alkali metal family.

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What group number corresponds to the Alkaline Earth metals?

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The Alkaline Earth metals are found in Group 2 of the periodic table.

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What are the characteristics of Group 1 metals?

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Group 1 metals are highly reactive soft metals that can easily lose one electron to form positive ions.

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What is a common property of Alkali metals when they react with water?

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Alkali metals react vigorously with water to produce hydrogen gas and a corresponding hydroxide.

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Name an example of an Alkaline Earth metal.

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Calcium (Ca) is an example of an Alkaline Earth metal.

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What distinguishes Alkaline Earth metals from Alkali metals?

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Alkaline Earth metals are less reactive than Alkali metals and have two electrons in their outer shell.

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What is the general trend in reactivity for Alkali metals down the group?

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Reactivity increases as you move down the group in Alkali metals.

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What are the physical properties of Alkali metals?

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Alkali metals are typically soft, silvery, and have low melting points.

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What happens to the atomic size of Alkali metals as you move down the group?

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The atomic size increases as you move down the group due to the addition of electron shells.