Write a general equation for the reaction of an alkali metal with a halogen. Express your...

Write a general equation for the reaction of an alkali metal with a halogen.

Express your answer as a chemical equation. Identify all of the phases in your answer. Use M and X to represent alkali metal and halogen, respectively.

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Generally halogen atoms are diatomic so the general equation of alkali metals with halogen is:

2M(s) + X₂ (g) → 2MX(s)

Example: Sodium reacts with chlorine gas to give Sodium chloride

2Na(s) + Cl₂(g) → 2NaCl(s)

queen_honey_blossom answered 2 years ago

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