Which group of the periodic table contains the alkali metals?
A1CORRECT
B2
C17
D18
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Why the answer is A, and why the others tempt you.
Group 1 (Li, Na, K, Rb, Cs, Fr) are alkali metals. Group 2 = alkaline earth; Group 17 = halogens; Group 18 = noble gases.
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