Which of the following properties is not a characteristic of the Group 1A (1)elements (alkali metals)?
A)They are shiny.
B)They are good conductors of heat.
C)They react vigorously with water.
D)Most of them are liquids at room temperature.
E)They are good conductors of electricity.

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Most of the Group 1A elements (alkali metals) are solids at room temperature, with the exception of mercury, which is a liquid. Therefore, option D is not a characteristic of these elements.

Which of the Following Properties Is Not a Characteristic of the Group