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Alkali metals are not found in free state due to their highly reactive nature. This is due to

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their large size and low ionisation enthalpy

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their large size and high ionisation enthalpy

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their low ionisation enthalyp and high electron gain enthalpy

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their tendency to impart colour to the flame.

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