The Alkali Metals
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Structure of the periodic table
Members of the Alkali Metal
Characteristics of the Alkali Metals
Sizes and Masses of the Alkali Metals
What Makes Alkali Metals Unique?
Personality of the Alkali Metals
Who does the Alkali Metals Hang Out With?
What are alkali metals used for?
Alkali Metals Famous Family Members
Bibliography
Home
Structure of the periodic table
Members of the Alkali Metal
Characteristics of the Alkali Metals
Sizes and Masses of the Alkali Metals
What Makes Alkali Metals Unique?
Personality of the Alkali Metals
Who does the Alkali Metals Hang Out With?
What are alkali metals used for?
Alkali Metals Famous Family Members
Bibliography
What makes alkali metals unique?
Alkali metals are unique in that they are so reactive that are usually stored in oil. The oil stops oxygen reaching the metals because the Alkali metals are so reactive to oxygen.