Group 1 Aklali metals Flashcards
What is the electron configuration of Lithium?
2,1
What are the first 3 alkali metals?
Lithium, Sodium, Potassium
What is the electron configuration of sodium?
2,8,1
What is the electron configuration of Potassium?
2,8,8,1
How do group 1 atoms form ions?
They lose 1 electron
What is the charge on a Group 1 ion?
+1
What is the name for positive ions?
Cations
What are negative ions known as?
Anions
What do Group 1 metals react with?
Water, halogens (group 7) and oxygen.
What is the word equation for sodium reacting with water?
sodium + water –> sodium hydroxide + hydrogen
what is the word equation for Potassium reacting with oxygen?
Potassium + oxygen –> Potassium Oxide
What is the colour of Flourine?
Pale Yellow
What is the colour of Chlorine?
Green
What is the colour of Bromine?
Orange/Brown
what is the colour of Iodine?
Grey/purple