Question

All of the alkali metals, Group 1, have one valence electron. Which of these would represent the oxidation number of the alkali metals such as lithium and sodium? A) -7 B) -1 C) +1 D) +7

Answer 1

The elements found in the Group 1, or the Alkali Metal Group, have electronic configurations that end in $s^{1}$.This means that they have 1 electron readily available to release in order to achieve a stable state. 

When these atoms release the valence electron, they will achieve a stable state. For example, Lithium's stable state will be $Li^{+}$ and Sodium will be $Na^{+}$. 

The oxidation state will then be +1. 

The answer is C. 

Answer 2

Answer:

c

Explanation:

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