Which statement correctly compares an atom of an alkali metal with an atom of the alkaline earth metal next to it on the periodi

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romanna [79] · Answer 1 · 2021-12-18T04:58:40+03:00

Answer:

The alkali metal atom forms a +1 ion, while the alkaline earth metal atom forms a +2 ion.

Explanation:

Alkali Metals are shiny, soft, extremely reactive, and have 1 valence electron

Alkaline Earth Metals have 2 valence electrons and it's harder and more dense

shiny appearance

less reactive

magnesium, calcium

Dovator [93] · Answer 2 · 2021-12-18T03:08:36+03:00

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The alkali metal atom forms a +1 ion. the alkaline metal atom forms a +2 ion.