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Which of the following elements is the most reactive?

A. Ba
B. Cs
C. Hf
D. Lu

User PiousVenom
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Answer:

Cs

Step-by-step explanation:

This element is the farthest right, and lowest meaning that its reactivity is very high.

1. valence electrons and electronegativity

2. Both reactivity and electronegativity decrease down a group.

3. Electronegativity decreases down a group and reactivity increases down a group.

4. The number of valence electrons increases from left to right.

5. Cs

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User Brijesh Kalkani
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Answer: Cs because its further to the right on the table, meaning its more reactive.

Step-by-step explanation:

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