Write the general reaction for a group 1 (1A) metal with water. A) 2 M(s) + 2 H₂O(l) → H₂O₂(aq) + 2 MH(s) B) 2 M(s) + 2 H₂O(l) → 2 MOH(aq) + H₂(g) C) M(s) + H₂O(l) → MO(s) + H₂(g) D) 2 M(s) + H₂O(l) → M₂O(s) + H₂(g) E) 2 M(s) + 2H₂O(l) → M(OH)₂(s) + H₂(g)

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The general reaction for a group 1 metal with water is M(s) + H2O(l) → MOH(aq) + 1/2H2(g). Option B is the only choice that shows the formation of the metal hydroxide (MOH) and hydrogen gas (H2). The other choices either have incorrect products or do not balance the equation properly.

Write the General Reaction for a Group 1 (1A) Metal