Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties
The increasing order of reactivity among group 1 elements is Li < Na < K < Rb is F > CI > Br > I. Explain.
In group 1 elements (alkali metals) the reactivity of the metals is mainly due to the electron releasing tendency of their atoms, which is related to ionisation enthalpy. As we know, the ionisation enthalpy decreases down the group, the reactivity of alkali metals increases.
In group 17 elements (halogens), the reactivity is mainly due to electron gain tendency of the members of the family. Thus reactivity is linked with electronegativity and electron gain enthalpy. As we know, both of these decrease down the group, the reactivity therefore decreases.
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Give the ‘liquid elements’ in the periodic table.
What is valency of an element?
Gallium was named by Mendeleev as
What are magic numbers?
Which property is the basis of long form of periodic table?
How many elements are placed in each period of the p-block?
What is the number of groups in: (i) p-block (ii) d-block?
How many elements are present in:
(i) second period
(ii) fourth period
(iii) sixth period?
What is the name given to the s-block elements?
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