10.2. What are group I elements and why are they known as the alkali metals?
10.2. What are group I elements and why are they known as the alkali metals?
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Lithium, sodium, potassium, rubidium, caesium and Francium are group I elements and collectively known as the alkali metals.
They are called as the alkali metals because they form hydroxides on reaction with water which are strongly alkaline in nature.
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Li+ has the highest hydration enthalpy.
Hence it is most hydrated
Therefore, Correct order of hydrated radii is Cs+ < Rb+ < K+ < Na+ < Li+
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