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Because the positive ions mix together to make them unstable
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What family of elements is very reactive to water?
Alkali metals and earth alkali metals do react strongly with water.(Lithium, ..., Caesium) (Beryllium, ..., Barium)
Are alkali metals found as pure elements in sea water?
Alkali metals exist only as salts.
Why is group 1 metals called alkali metals?
They're metals that form alkaline compounds when they react with water.
Why do alkali metal explode when exposed to water?
Because they decompose the water to pure hydrogen and oxygen. The hydrogen is a flammable gas and the oxygen is the oxidizing agent that reacts together in an explosive manner.Caesium
Does water react with alkali metals vigorously?
Yes
Is potassium explosive?
Yes all group one elements (alkali metals) are explosive when they come into contact with water.
How do alkali metals react to cold water?
alkali metals react violently in cold 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).
How is cesium harmful?
All alkali metals are highly reactive. Caesium, being one of the heavier alkali metals, is also one of the most reactive and is highly explosive when it comes in contact with water, as the hydrogen gas produced by the reaction is heated by the thermal energy released at the same time, causing ignition, and a violent explosion (the same as all alkali metals) - but caesium is so reactive, this explosive reaction can even be triggered by cold water or ice. Caesium hydroxide is an extremely strong base, and can etch glass.
Are alkali metals found as pure elements in sea water?
Alkali metals exist only as salts.
What metal is alkali metal?
This is the first column in the Periodic Table. There are six metals that are "Alkali Metals" and six that are "Alkali Earth Metals". The Alkali metals are:LithiumSodiumPotassiumRubidiumCaesiumFranciumThese metals get more reactive as you go down the list...Hope I helped :D
Why is group 1 metals called alkali metals?
They're metals that form alkaline compounds when they react with water.
Why is sodium not found in nature in its elemental form?
Sodium is (like all alkali metals of group 1) far to reactive with oxygen and even water (explosive burning oxidation reaction).
Why the elements of Group 1 are generally known as alkali metals?
Group 1 elements are known as alkali metals because they react with water to form alkali (or bases).
Does water react with alkali metals vigorously?
Yes
Why do alkali metal explode when exposed to water?
Because they decompose the water to pure hydrogen and oxygen. The hydrogen is a flammable gas and the oxygen is the oxidizing agent that reacts together in an explosive manner.Caesium
