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Because it has only one valence electron, rubidium is very reactive, especially with water. It has 37 electrons which tells you that it has quite a lot of energy. So, if it contacts water the reaction would be very energetic. The H2O molecules are broken apart and the rubidium bonds with the oxygen. The heat released during this exothermic reaction will ignite the hydrogen that was released from the water.
Boom!
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 10y agobeacause it is extremely reactive and will react very violently with the water in the air and can explode very easily. this is very dangerous (obviously) and a safety threat to anyone near it. thats why we cant store it at school
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Does caesium tarnish?
Caesium will more than tarnish. It will spontaneous catch fire on contact with air.
Why dont you have caesium or frankium at school?
Because It's very rare.
When was caesium discovered?
Caesium was discovered in 1860.
Is caesium viscous?
Caesium is a solid metal.
Is caesium soluble?
Caesium react with water.
Does caesium tarnish?
Caesium will more than tarnish. It will spontaneous catch fire on contact with air.
Why is francium not stored in laboratories?
I suppose that francium cannot be stored: the half life is short.
Why dont you have caesium or frankium at school?
Because It's very rare.
What is the word equation for caesium reacting with water?
Caesium + water ------> Caesium hydroxide + Hydrogen
Is caesium hard?
Caesium is a soft metal
Is caesium soluble?
Caesium react with water.
Is caesium viscous?
Caesium is a solid metal.
When was caesium discovered?
Caesium was discovered in 1860.
Symbol for caesium?
Caesium's chemical symbol is Cs
What is the symbol for caesium?
The chemical symbol of caesium is Cs.
What is the odor of caesium?
Californium has no odor.
Is caesium chloride a metal?
Caesium chloride is a salt.
