
Block s elements
The s-block consists of groups 1 and 2 (the alkali metals and alkaline earth metals) plus hydrogen and helium. Elements here have their outermost electron in an s-orbital, making them highly reactive (except helium).

The s-block consists of groups 1 and 2 (the alkali metals and alkaline earth metals) plus hydrogen and helium. Elements here have their outermost electron in an s-orbital, making them highly reactive (except helium).