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How many electrons do alkali metals have in their outer shell? a. 8 c. 2 b. 5 d. 1
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How many electrons do alkali metals have in their outer shell?

a.
8
c.
2
b.
5
d.
1

User ZOXEXIVO
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These metals have only one electron in their outer shell. Therefore, they are ready to lose that one electron in ionic bonding with other elements. #stay smoking

User Milan Hanus
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The outer shell can hold 1 electron
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