3.2 - Group 2: Alkaline Earth Metals
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Practice Questions
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Name three alkaline earth metals.
💡 Hint: Refer to Group 2 of the Periodic Table.
What is the electron configuration for alkaline earth metals?
💡 Hint: Think about how many valence electrons they contain.
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Which of the following alkaline earth metals does not react with water?
💡 Hint: Think about the reactivity patterns down the group.
True or False: Oxide basicity increases down Group 2.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the properties of these metals and their compounds.
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Describe the reactions of each alkaline earth metal with water and summarize the significance of their varying reactivity.
💡 Hint: Consider the position of each metal in the group and how that influences their ability to lose electrons.
Using the above data pattern, predict how radium will behave with water, and explain your reasoning.
💡 Hint: Use the reactivity trends for heavier alkaline earth metals as a basis for your prediction.
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