Group 1 Flashcards
1
Q
What are group 1 metals also known as?
A
Alkali metals
2
Q
Are group 1 metals reactive?
A
Yes. They are like all other metals but are very reactive.
3
Q
What happens when alkali metals react with water.
A
They react vigorously and can cause things like explosions
4
Q
What happens to group 1 metals’ reactivity as you go down the group?
A
As you go down group 1 metals, they get more reactive. Ghey also have lower melting points than most other metals.
5
Q
How are group 1 metals’ melting point change as you go down the group?
A
Going down group 1, melting points decrease.
6
Q
What is produced when group 1 metals react with water.
A
When reacting with water, group 1 metals produce a metal hydroxide and hydrogen gas.
