What are group 1a elements known as

Ionic compounds are made of ions, and yet the overall charge of an ionic compound is neutral. why?

In 1901, thomas edison invented the nickel-iron battery. the following reaction takes place in the battery. fe(s) + 2 nio(oh)(s) + 2 h2o(l) fe(oh)2(s) + 2 ni(oh)2(aq) how many mole of fe(oh)2, is produced when 5.35 mol fe and 7.65 mol nio(oh) react?

3. how much energy in joules is required to evaporate .0005 kg of liquid ammonia to vapor at the same temperature? 4. how much energy ( in megajoules ) is given up by .75 kg of water at 0c when it freezes to form ice at 0c? 5. explain how heat works between and at critical temperatures?