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The s-block Elements — Chemistry STD 11 Science — Question

Gujarat BoardEnglish MediumSTD 11 ScienceChemistryThe s-block Elements2 Marks
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Why are alkali metals always univalent? Why are they good reducing agents?
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Alkali metals have largest atomic size, they can lose electrons easily therefore, they are good reducing agents. Secondly, they have low standard reduction potential. They are always univalent because after losing one electron, they acquire nearest noble gas configuration.

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