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This is the generic reaction where "M" could represent any of the alkali metals.
2M + 2H2O --> 2MOH + H2
This really does not help anybody... at all. I asked for the metal not the formula
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∙ 10y ago
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∙ 13y agoWell, the alkali metals reacting with water, which I took at school, are these:
Lithium (Li) ---> Slow bubbling (hydrogen gas produced)
Sodium (Na) ---> Faster bubbling (hydrogen gas produced)
Potassium (K) ---> Very fast bubbling, violent (hydrogen gas ignites)
Rubidium (Rb) ---> Violent (metal ignites)
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∙ 14y agoLithium, being the least reactive, just fizzes as it gives off hydrogen
Sodium, also fizzes and it melts into a small ball shape
Potassium, gives off hydrogen as it burns with a lilac flame
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∙ 13y agoThe alkali metal essentially replaces one of the hydrogen atoms in a water molecule, producing hydrogen gas and the corresponding metal hydroxide.
Depending on the specific metal the reaction can range from vigorous fizzing as with lithium to a violent explosion as with cesium.
Often the heat produced by the reaction is enough to ignite the hydrogen as it is emitted.
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∙ 15y agoShould the alkali be strong, the alkali will become weak (pH number decreases).
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∙ 15y agoWhere M denotes any group 1 metal:
2M (s) + 2H2O = 2MOH (aq) + H2 (g)
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∙ 14y agoit simply becomes ionized into a metallic cation and hydroxyl ion.
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Does water react with alkali metals vigorously?
Yes
Which metals does not react with water?
Most metals do not react with water, especially at room temperature. It is easier to state which metals DO react with water. Those would be Li, K, Sr, Ca and Na. Those reacting with hot water (steam) would be Mg, Al, Zn and Cu. Most other metals do NOT react with water.
What family of elements is very reactive to water?
Alkali metals and earth alkali metals do react strongly with water.(Lithium, ..., Caesium) (Beryllium, ..., Barium)
Why is group 1 metals called alkali metals?
They're metals that form alkaline compounds when they react with water.
What happens when metal reacts with metal?
Alkali metals reacts violently with water forming a hydroxide and hydrogen; alkali earth metals react with water but no so violent.Other metals doesn't generally react with water at room temperature.
How do alkali metals react to cold water?
alkali metals react violently in cold water
Does water react with alkali metals vigorously?
Yes
Which metals does not react with water?
Most metals do not react with water, especially at room temperature. It is easier to state which metals DO react with water. Those would be Li, K, Sr, Ca and Na. Those reacting with hot water (steam) would be Mg, Al, Zn and Cu. Most other metals do NOT react with water.
What family of elements is very reactive to water?
Alkali metals and earth alkali metals do react strongly with water.(Lithium, ..., Caesium) (Beryllium, ..., Barium)
Why are group 1 metals knowns as alkali metals?
Group 1 elements are known as alkali metals because they react with water to form alkali (or bases).
Why is group 1 metals called alkali metals?
They're metals that form alkaline compounds when they react with water.
Is alkaline soluble?
Alkali metals violently react with water.
What happens when metal reacts with metal?
Alkali metals reacts violently with water forming a hydroxide and hydrogen; alkali earth metals react with water but no so violent.Other metals doesn't generally react with water at room temperature.
How do alkali metals react with other alkali metals?
They don't
Does francium explode in water?
All alkali metals react violently with water.
Are transition metals soluble in water?
Overall, transition metals have low reactivity with water. The alkali metals, however, react vigorously with water.
Explain the Reactions of alkali metals in cold water?
It will react vigourisly
