alleryStart learning →The high reactivity of group 1 and 2 metals is due to their generally:
Ahigh electronegativity
Bsmall atomic size
Clow ionization enthalpy
Dhigh melting point
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. low ionization enthalpy
Low ionization enthalpy lets these metals lose valence electrons readily, which makes them reactive.
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