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Out of the two elements, potassium and sodium, which one can lose electrons easily? Give reason for your answer.

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In the Modern Periodic Table, potassium is placed below sodium in the same group. Since tendency to lose electrons increases down a group. potassium can lose electrons easily compared to sodium.
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