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Metals — Quiz

Question 4 • Physical Science

Which metal in Period 5 is very reactive and has two valence electrons in each atom?

Answer
A
silver Ag
B
rubidium Rb
C
strontium Sr
D
zirconium Zr

Explanation

Strontium (Sr) is in Period 5 and Group 2, the alkaline earth metals. Group 2 elements have two valence electrons and are reactive metals, so the correct choice is strontium (Sr). Rubidium is also very reactive, but it has only one valence electron.

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