alkali metals – the elements in group 1 of the periodic table

(pronounced al-kuh-lahy)

To remember the meaning of alkali metals, use the following mnemonic:

If you use a rhyme to remember numbers then the number one would be bun. 

One = Bun

To remember that alkali metals are in group one use:

The alcoholic was lying (alkali) down and eating metal (alkali metals) parts in a bun (in group 1).

The alkali are the elements in group 1 of the periodic table. Group 1 is the left hand column of the periodic table. They include elements such as lithium (li), sodium (Na), and potassium (K). They are know for being soft, shiny and highly reactive metals (especially with water) that must be stored in oil to prevent reaction with air and water. They are known for having one electron in their outermost shell. They react with water to form an alkaline metal hydroxide and hydrogen gas. 

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