Question

Discuss the general characteristics and gradation in properties of alkaline earth metals.​

Answer 1

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• Atomic size goes on increasing down the group.

• Ionisation energy goes on decreasing down the group.

• They are harder than alkali metals.

• They are less electropositive than alkali metals.

• Electropositive character increases on going down the group.

Answer 2

Answer:

• Atomic size goes on increasing down the group.
• Ionisation energy goes on decreasing down the group.
• They are harder than alkali metals.
• They are less electropositive than alkali metals.
• Electropositive character increases on going down the group.