Alkali metals worksheet

Which alkali metal is most reactive out of the following

• rubidium

• potassium

• sodium

• lithium

How many electrons do the alkali metals have in their outer shell?

• 1

• 2

• 8

• 7

Which alkali metal has the symbol Cs

• Caesium

• Ceasium

• Calcium

• Sodium

Is hydrogen an alkali metal?

• no

• yes

• maybe

Which gas is released when the alkali metals react with water?

• hydrogen

• oxygen

• hydroxide

• carbon dioxide

Which alkali metal is the least reactive?

• lithium

• sodium

• potassium

• rubidium

Alkali metals are found in which group of the periodic table?

• Group 1
• Group 2
• Group 7
• group 8 

Which of the following is the most reactive in water?

• Lithium
• Sodium
• Potassium

What is formed when sodium reacts with water?

• sodium oxide and hydrogen
• sodium hydroxide and hydrogen
• sodium hydroxide and oxygen
• sodium hydroxide and carbon dioxide

What is the symbol equation for the reaction between sodium and water?

• 2Na + 2H₂O → 2NaOH + H₂
• Na + H₂O → NaOH + H
• Na + H₂0 → NaCl + CO₂
• 2Na + 2H₂O → 2NaH₂ + O₂