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Which of the following is most reactive metal?

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F e

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Z n

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C a

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A l

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Solution

The correct option is D $C a$
$C a$ is most reactive metal. It is alkaline earth metal and belongs to fourth period of the periodic table. As we go down the group, the reactivity of metals increases. As we go from left to right in a period, the reactivity of metals decreases.

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