State the position of the following in the periodic table:
(a) Alkali metals
(b) Alkaline earth metals
State the position of the following in the periodic table:
(a) Alkali metals
(b) Alkaline earth metals

 

Answer:

The position of the following in the periodic table are:

(a) Alkali metals: These are elements in the periodic table that belong to Group I. They are known for forming strong alkalis when combined with water. The outer electrical configuration of these elements is ns1.

(b) The elements that makeup Group II are alkaline earth metals. These metals have an ns2 electrical arrangement.