Question

Give reason why calcium does not occur in free state

Answer 1

Calcium does not have 8 valence electrons , hence it is very reactive! So it reacts with other elements to form a stable compound. Gold and silver are not very reactive hence are found in free state. Good luck for boards!
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Answer 2

Answer:

Question-

Give reason why calcium does not occur in free state?

Explanation:

SOLUTION:-

• Ca[Calcium] does not occur in free state cuz of its High Reactivity.
• As its Highly reactive metal which comes after K [Potassium].
• Metals with High reactivity cannot exist as they are highly reactive,so they are found in the form of Compounds.

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