Question

why is pottasium considered as an s-block element ​

Answer 1

Explanation:

As potassium is highly reactive, electropositive and capable of forming hydroxides when reacted with water, it is also known as alkali metal. As potassium tends to lose the valence electrons in s orbital easily it has been placed in s block, as s block elements are highly reactive.

Answer 2

As potassium is highly reactive, electropositive and capable of forming hydroxides when reacted with water, it is also known as alkali metal. As potassium tends to lose the valence electrons in s orbital easily it has been placed in s block, as s block elements are highly reactive.