An A-level chemistry student is preparing a revision summary table comparing the physical and chemical trends of the Group 1 (alkali) metals as they descend the group from lithium to caesium.
Which row in the table correctly identifies these trends?
| Row | Trend in reactivity with water going down the group | Trend in metallic bonding strength going down the group |
|---|---|---|
| A | Decreases | Decreases |
| B | Increases | Increases |
| C | Increases | Decreases |
| D | Decreases | Increases |
Row A
Row B
Row C
Row D
Practise Edexcel GCSE Chemistry Group 1 with exam-style questions for Foundation and Higher tier. 51 questions, matched to the Edexcel GCSE Chemistry (1CH0) specification and written in Paper 1 and Paper 2 style. Every question includes a full worked solution and mark scheme, so you can see where marks are awarded rather than just whether you got the answer right.
