Reasoning: Why does reactivity increase down Group 1? Answer the following questions to help you as you type your respons • How many valence electrons do they have? • How does atomic radius change down the group? • As atomic radius changes, what happens to the electrostatic force of attraction between the valence electrons and pr • What happens to the valence electrons as they react? What are the alkali metals trying to form? Li Na Na Sadiom 19 "K Pe Rb Rb auton
Reasoning: Why does reactivity increase down Group 1? Answer the following questions to help you as you type your respons • How many valence electrons do they have? • How does atomic radius change down the group? • As atomic radius changes, what happens to the electrostatic force of attraction between the valence electrons and pr • What happens to the valence electrons as they react? What are the alkali metals trying to form? Li Na Na Sadiom 19 "K Pe Rb Rb auton
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