BRAINCAKEReactions with Group 1 and 2 Metals
The most vigorous reactions are between Caesium (low first I.E.) and Fluorine (very small, only needs to gain one electron).
The least vigorous reaction is between beryllium and iodine.
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Key terms in this lesson
- oxidising agent
- A substance that accepts electrons from another species, causing it to be oxidised, while it is itself reduced.
More in Group 7
- Group 7 Elements
- Trends in Melting and Boiling Temperature
- Trend in Electronegativity
- Trend in Reactivity
- Halogen-Halide Displacement Reactions
- Halogen Disproportionation Reactions
- Reaction of Halides with Sulfuric Acid
- Sodium Chloride
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