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S Block Elements Complete Notes

The document provides comprehensive notes on S-Block elements, detailing Group 1 (Alkali Metals) and Group 2 (Alkaline Earth Metals) along with their members and properties. It highlights the reactivity of these groups, their compounds, and their biological importance. Key compounds include NaOH and CaO, while essential biological roles include sodium for water balance and calcium for bones.

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S Block Elements Complete Notes

The document provides comprehensive notes on S-Block elements, detailing Group 1 (Alkali Metals) and Group 2 (Alkaline Earth Metals) along with their members and properties. It highlights the reactivity of these groups, their compounds, and their biological importance. Key compounds include NaOH and CaO, while essential biological roles include sodium for water balance and calcium for bones.

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S-Block Elements - Complete Notes

S-Block
Group 1 (Alkali Metals, ns¹) and Group 2 (Alkaline Earth Metals, ns²).

Members
Group1: Li Na K Rb Cs Fr
Group2: Be Mg Ca Sr Ba Ra

Properties
Group 1 more reactive; reacts vigorously with water; good conductors.

Compounds
NaOH-Caustic Soda
Na2CO3-Washing Soda
NaHCO3-Baking Soda
CaO-Quick Lime
Ca(OH)2-Slaked Lime

Biological Importance
Na-water balance; K-heartbeat; Mg-chlorophyll; Ca-bones, teeth, blood clotting.

Revision
ns¹, ns², Group1>Group2 reactivity.

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