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Alkali Metals

Alkali Metals. Paris, Lexxie, and Morgan. Where are they located?. The alkali metals are located in the S orbital in the 1 st column. They have one extra electron that sits in the outer part of the S orbital. Number of valence electrons.

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Alkali Metals

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  1. Alkali Metals Paris, Lexxie, and Morgan

  2. Where are they located? • The alkali metals are located in the S orbital in the 1st column. They have one extra electron that sits in the outer part of the S orbital.

  3. Number of valence electrons • Consists of atoms with one electron in the outermost energy level.

  4. Ductile Malleable Soft enough to be cut with a knife Have a silvery luster Low density Low melting point Ductile- the ability of a substance to be drawn, pulled, or extruded through a small opening to produce a wire Malleable- the ability of a substance to be hammered or beaten into thin sheets. Physical Properties

  5. Highly reactive Strong reducing agents Conduct electricity and heat. They can reduce oxygen, chlorine, ammonia, and hydrogen. They cannot be stored in water because they react with each other. Chemical Properties

  6. Common Uses • Can make lubricants • Makes alloys for aircrafts • Used in batteries • Drugs created to treat manic depression

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