Question

The alkaline earth metal family element that has the largest atomic radius can be found in which period on the periodic table?


a)

7


b)

1


c)

2


d)

6

Answer 1

Answer:

c. 2

Explanation:

The alkaline earth family is the second most reactive group, and it's elements can't be found free in nature. They are called "alkaline" earth metals because they form "alkaline" solutions, hydroxides, when they react with water