Question

what are some general properties of s block elements

Answer 1

Some general characteristics of s-block elements are:

1. They are soft metals with low melting pt. and boiling pt.

2. They have low ionization enthalpy.

3.Have tendency to form +1 or +2 ions.

4.They are very reactive metals and for which the metallic character and reactivity increases down the group.

5. Most of the compounds (except of Be) are ionic in nature.

6.Most of the metals (except Be and Mg) show characteristic color with flame.

7.They are strong reducing agents.

8. All are good conductors of heat and electricity.