Group 2, the Alkaline Earth Metals (AQA A-Level Chemistry): Quizzes
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What name is given to Group 2 elements?
What name is given to Group 2 elements?
Alkaline earth metals
Which of these Group 2 elements is NOT mentioned in the note?
Which of these Group 2 elements is NOT mentioned in the note?
Beryllium
How many electrons do Group 2 metals lose when they react?
How many electrons do Group 2 metals lose when they react?
Two electrons
What happens to atomic radius as you move down Group 2?
What happens to atomic radius as you move down Group 2?
It increases
Why does atomic radius increase down Group 2?
Why does atomic radius increase down Group 2?
More electron shells are added
What happens to reactivity of Group 2 metals as you move down the group?
What happens to reactivity of Group 2 metals as you move down the group?
It increases
Why are Group 2 metals more reactive down the group?
Why are Group 2 metals more reactive down the group?
Increased shielding makes loss easier
What is the trend in first ionisation energy down Group 2?
What is the trend in first ionisation energy down Group 2?
It decreases
What generally happens to melting points down Group 2?
What generally happens to melting points down Group 2?
They decrease
Why do melting points decrease down Group 2?
Why do melting points decrease down Group 2?
Larger ions weaken metallic bonds