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Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties

NEET · Chemistry · Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties

Why are elements of Group 1 (alkali metals) and Group 2 (alkaline...

Why are elements of Group 1 (alkali metals) and Group 2 (alkaline earth metals) never found pure in nature?

Options

  1. ABecause they are extremely rare elements
  2. BBecause they readily react with other elements and compounds
  3. CBecause they have high ionization enthalpies
  4. DBecause they are always found as noble gases

Correct answer

B. Because they readily react with other elements and compounds

Step-by-step solution

Because of high reactivity Group 1 and Group 2 elements are never found pure in nature.
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