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Amiraneli [1.4K]
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Why is an alkali metal element like sodium (Na) so reactive?

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guapka [62]3 years ago
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Alkali metals are known for being some of the most reactive metals. This is due in part to their larger atomic radii and low ionization energies. They tend to donate their electrons in reactions and often have an oxidation state of +1. These metals are characterized as being extre
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