alkali metal

Alkali Metals in Water – High Speed Photography

by msander | Feb 2, 2015 | Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry

Alkali metals can react explosively with water and it is textbook knowledge that this vigorous behaviour results from heat release, steam formation and ignition of the hydrogen gas that is produced. Here we suggest that the initial process enabling the alkali metal...

Alkali Metal Safety

by cbrookallred | Oct 20, 2014 | Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry, Safety

Many teachers demonstrate the reaction of lithium, sodium and potassium with water when discussing the trend in reactivity of the alkali metals. In order to conduct this demo safely, it is imperative that only a small quantity of metal is used and that appropriate...

Alkali Metals in Water – High Speed Photography

Alkali Metal Safety

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