The Alkaline Earth Metals (Leaving Cert Chemistry): Quizzes
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In which group of the Periodic Table are the alkaline earth metals found?
In which group of the Periodic Table are the alkaline earth metals found?
Group 2
Why are Group 2 elements called 'alkaline earth metals'?
Why are Group 2 elements called 'alkaline earth metals'?
They form alkaline solutions with water
How many electrons do alkaline earth metals lose when forming ionic compounds?
How many electrons do alkaline earth metals lose when forming ionic compounds?
Two electrons
What is the physical state of alkaline earth metals at room temperature?
What is the physical state of alkaline earth metals at room temperature?
All are solids
Are alkaline earth metals good conductors of electricity and heat?
Are alkaline earth metals good conductors of electricity and heat?
Yes, good conductors
What is formed when magnesium reacts with oxygen?
What is formed when magnesium reacts with oxygen?
Magnesium oxide
Which alkaline earth metal does NOT react with water?
Which alkaline earth metal does NOT react with water?
Beryllium
What gas is produced when calcium reacts with water?
What gas is produced when calcium reacts with water?
Hydrogen gas
How does reactivity change down Group 2 from beryllium to calcium?
How does reactivity change down Group 2 from beryllium to calcium?
Reactivity increases
Why does reactivity increase down Group 2?
Why does reactivity increase down Group 2?
Ionisation energy decreases