Chemistry, asked by nunu2165, 8 months ago

Why is potassium more reactive then calcium although both lie in same period?

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Answered by AmalSheriff07

Answer:

Potassium has only one valence electron. Whereas, calcium has two valence electrons, so it requires more energy for the removal of a valence electron. Due to this potassium is more reactive than calcium.

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