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SOLVED: All alkali metals can be ignited in air and allowed to burn. a) Write down reaction equations for the combustion of the alkali metals (Li, Na, K, Rb, Cs, Fr) under atmospheric conditions! b) If there is not enough air for the full combustion one of the reactions will yield a surprising product. Which element will deviate from all the others and why is this the case? Which surprising product would be formed?
22 nov.. 2021