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Why does francium react more violently than lithium?

Why does francium react more violently than lithium?
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Why does francium react more violently than lithium?

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The reason for the strong exothermic reaction is because francium is an alkali metal. As you move down the first column of the periodic table, the reaction between the alkali metals and water becomes increasingly violent
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