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Why are transition metals not as reactive as alkali metals and akaline earth metals?
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∙ 12y ago
They are less reactive because they have 2 electrons in the outer shell of the atoms and they like to be full and the alkali metals only have 1 electron in the outer shell of the atom, and it is easyer to give away 1 electron than 2 so they are more reactive than other elements.
The electronegativity (Pauling values) is lower for the alkali metals.
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∙ 6y ago
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∙ 12y agotransition elements are not as reactive as alkali metals or alkaline earth metals..
this is so because of the valence electronic configurations.
alkali metals have ns1 configurations which have easy chances of loosing electrons so as to gain the stable state. Attaining a stable state is the law of nature.
hence to attain it they have to redily donate electron. this is not so easily possible for the transition elements..
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∙ 11y agoThis is because, when moving from left to right of the periodic table for every period, electrons fill in the same shell or orbital, with the alkali metals having the least filled outermost shells: one electron, which equates to fewer protons in them, consequently, a lesser attraction power from the nucleus. Whereas, the corresponding transition metals of the same period have more protons interacting with electrons at the same distance far from the nucleus as the alkali metals. This stronger pull on the outer electrons increases the stability of electrons in their atomic orbitals thus reducing the reactivity of transition metals compared to their same period alkali metals.
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Are alkali metals considered to be very reactive or very unreactive?
Alkali metals are very reactive metals.
Is noble gases metals that are more reactive than the transition elements but less reactive than the alkali metals?
No, the noble gasses are nonmetals that are less reactive than all other elements.
Why are alkali metals more reactive than transition metals?
Groups 3-12 do not have individual names. Instead, all of these groups are called transition metals. The atoms of transition metals do not give away their electrons as easily as atoms of the Group 1 and Group 2 metals do. So, transition metals are less reactive than alkali metals and alkaline-earth metals are.
What are more reactive alkali metals or alkline earth metals?
alkali metals
Are transition metals nonmetals?
Yes, transition metals are known to be stable. This is because, both, their ions and compounds are also considered to be stable.
Are transition metals more reactive than alkali metals?
no
Metals that are less reactive than alkali metals and alkaline-earth metals are called?
I believe that the answer you are looking for is Transition Metals.
Why are transition metals not as reactive as alkali metals and alkali earth metals?
transition elements are not as reactive as alkali metals or alkaline earth metals.. this is so because of the valence electronic configurations. alkali metals have ns1 configurations which have easy chances of loosing electrons so as to gain the stable state. Attaining a stable state is the law of nature. hence to attain it they have to redily donate electron. this is not so easily possible for the transition elements..
Why are alkali metals more reactive than transitional metals?
Groups 3-12 do not have individual names. Instead, all of these groups are called transition metals. The atoms of transition metals do not give away their electrons as easily as atoms of the Group 1 and Group 2 metals do. So, transition metals are less reactive than alkali metals and alkaline-earth metals are.
Which group of metals is more reactive the alkali metals or the alkaline earth metals?
The alkali metals are more reactive.
Are alkali metals considered to be very reactive or very unreactive?
Alkali metals are very reactive metals.
Is noble gases metals that are more reactive than the transition elements but less reactive than the alkali metals?
No, the noble gasses are nonmetals that are less reactive than all other elements.
Are alkali and alkaline earth metals are not reactive?
No. The alkali and alkaline earth metals are very reactive.
What generalizations can you make about transition metals?
Transition metals are less reactive than alkali metals and alkaline-earth metals. They tend to be shiny and conduct thermal energy well.Hope this helps!~ I first I didn't get it either. : )
Why are alkali metals more reactive than transition metals?
Groups 3-12 do not have individual names. Instead, all of these groups are called transition metals. The atoms of transition metals do not give away their electrons as easily as atoms of the Group 1 and Group 2 metals do. So, transition metals are less reactive than alkali metals and alkaline-earth metals are.
How chemically active are alkali metals?
Alkali metals are the most reactive metals.
What are more reactive alkali metals or alkline earth metals?
alkali metals
