Group 1 Flashcards
1
Q
Reactivity in the group:
A
They get more reactive as u go down the group
2
Q
Melting and boiling points in the group:
A
They get lower as you go down the group
3
Q
What happens when you add lithium to water?
A
Floats on the water, moves around and fizzes because hydrogen gas is formed
4
Q
What happens when you add potassium to water?
A
Floats on the water, moves around, fizzes because hydrogen ags is formed and burns with a lilac flame
5
Q
What are group 1 metals called?
A
Alkali metals
6
Q
What are some properties of group 1 metals?
A
They are very reactive, they are shiny at first and very soft
