Question: Why are Group 1 elements (a) Strong reducing agents, (b) Poor complexing agents?

Why are Group 1 elements 

(a) Strong reducing agents,

(b) Poor complexing agents?

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Group 1 elements also known as alkali metals include lithium Li sodium Na potassium K rubidium Rb cesium Cs and francium Fr These elements have unique ... View full answer

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