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The document discusses alkali metals, with a focus on sodium. It describes the general properties of alkali metals including their physical states, sizes, oxidation states, melting/boiling points, and reactivity. Sodium is extracted through the Downs process, which involves electrolysis of molten sodium chloride mixed with calcium chloride. This process avoids difficulties from the high melting point of NaCl. Sodium reacts vigorously with water and is highly reactive, forming strong bases with water and rea
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- Prashant
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- EN