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All compounds of alkali metals are easily soluble in water but lithium compounds are more soluble in organic solvents. Explain.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Alkali Metals**: - Alkali metals include lithium (Li), sodium (Na), potassium (K), rubidium (Rb), cesium (Cs), and francium (Fr). All these metals form compounds that are generally soluble in water. 2. **Properties of Lithium**: - Lithium is the smallest alkali metal, which gives it unique properties compared to other alkali metals. ...
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