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All the Group $1 \mathrm{A}$ (1) and $2 \mathrm{A}$ ( 2 ) metals are produced by electrolysis of molten salts. Why?
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These metals have one or two electrons in their outermost shell. For example, lithium in Group 1A has one electron in its outermost shell, and magnesium in Group 2A has two electrons in its outermost shell. Show more…
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