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Why are group `1` elements called alkali metals and group `17` are called halogens?

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Group `1` elements are called alkali metals because their hydroxides form soluble bases called alkalis. Group `17` are called halogens because they are salt-producer.
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  • Alkali metals are in a group-

    A
    IIA
    B
    VIIA
    C
    IA
    D
    III A

  • The elements of group 18 are called

    A
    halogens
    B
    noble gases
    C
    chalcogens
    D
    alkaline earth metals

  • Group 17 elements are known as

    A
    Halogen
    B
    Noble gas
    C
    Transition element
    D
    Metalloids

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