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Properties of Period 3 elements and their oxides (A-level only)
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Reactions of s-Block Metals with Water

Reactions of s-Block Metals with Water

Sodium and magnesium are the s-block metals in Period 3. Because sodium is in Group 1, it is more reactive than magnesium, which is in Group 2.

Properties of Period 3 elements and their oxides (A-level only) Lesson

  1. A Level
  2. /Chemistry
  3. /Properties of Period 3 elements and their oxides (A-level only)

Step-by-step lessons covering AQA A Level Chemistry Properties of Period 3 elements and their oxides (A-level only) for A Level Chemistry. Each lesson breaks down Properties of Period 3 elements and their oxides (A-level only), then works through exam-style questions in Paper 1, Paper 2 and Paper 3 format. Build confidence with atomic structure, bonding and moles calculations early on, since these underpin the more demanding organic mechanisms, equilibrium and practical-analysis topics that dominate Year 2.