The atoms of a certain element each contain 19 protons and 1 valence electron. Which statement correctly identifies this element and describes its chemical reactivity?

Answer

its a potassium elements

Explanation:

K 2,8,8,1     period num 4

                  group 1A

or 1s1 ,2s2 2p6, 3s1

its a metal reacted  rapidly with water to form a colorless basic solution of potassium hydroxide (KOH) and hydrogen gas (H2). The reaction continues even when the solution becomes basic. The resulting solution is basic because of the dissolved hydroxide. The reaction is exothermic.

the answer is c i believe