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Why does lithium not form an Alkalide? |
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Answer» Of the alkali METALS, only lithium REACTS with nitrogen, and it FORMS a nitride (Li3N). In this respect it is more similar to the alkaline-earth metals than to the Group 1 metals. Lithium also forms a relatively stable hydride, whereas the other alkali metals form hydrides that are more reactive. |
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