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What are the s block elements?

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The s-block elements are the elements found in the first two groups of the periodic table, which are:

Group 1: Alkali Metals – These include:

Lithium (Li)
Sodium (Na)
Potassium (K)
Rubidium (Rb)
Cesium (Cs)
Francium (Fr)
Group 2: Alkaline Earth Metals – These include:

Beryllium (Be)
Magnesium (Mg)
Calcium (Ca)
Strontium (Sr)
Barium (Ba)
Radium (Ra)
These elements are characterized by having their outermost electrons in s-orbitals. They are typically highly reactive, especially the alkali metals, and they form basic oxides and hydroxides.