Question

At which location in the periodic table would the most active metallic element be found

Answer 1

The most active metallic element can be found in the bottom left corner (group 1) of the periodic table.

These elements are Lithium (Li), Sodium (Na), Potassium (K), Rubidium (Rb), Caesium (Cs), and Francium (Fr).

Group 1 of the Periodic Table is called the Alkali Metals.

They have 1 valence electron and have the following properties.
1) reflects light / shiny luster
2) not crystals
3) high thermal and electric conductivities
4) easy to bend when in thin sheets
5) able to being shaped
6) solid at room temperature
7) reacts vigorously with water
8) low densities and melting points