The Alkali Metals (Leaving Cert Chemistry): Quizzes
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Which group of the Periodic Table contains the alkali metals?
Which group of the Periodic Table contains the alkali metals?
Group 1
Why are Group 1 elements called 'alkali' metals?
Why are Group 1 elements called 'alkali' metals?
Form alkaline solutions with water
How many electrons do alkali metals have in their outer energy level?
How many electrons do alkali metals have in their outer energy level?
One electron
What charge do alkali metals have when they form ions?
What charge do alkali metals have when they form ions?
+1
Which physical property is true for lithium?
Which physical property is true for lithium?
It floats on water
What products form when sodium reacts with water?
What products form when sodium reacts with water?
Sodium hydroxide and hydrogen
What is the general product when alkali metals react with oxygen?
What is the general product when alkali metals react with oxygen?
Metal oxide
How does reactivity change as you go down Group 1?
How does reactivity change as you go down Group 1?
Reactivity increases
Why does reactivity increase down Group 1?
Why does reactivity increase down Group 1?
Outer electron easier to remove
How must alkali metals be stored in the laboratory?
How must alkali metals be stored in the laboratory?
Under oil
Which alkali metal is used in batteries for phones and electric cars?
Which alkali metal is used in batteries for phones and electric cars?
Lithium
What physical property allows alkali metals to be cut with a knife?
What physical property allows alkali metals to be cut with a knife?
They are soft