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Which of the following is in the same group as magnesium (Mg)? Question 1 options: calcium (Ca) sodium (Na) tungsten (W) uranium (U)

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The answer is (Ca) calcium according to the periodic table
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Calcium and Magnesium belongs to the same group as per the periodic table.

Answer: Option (A)

Step-by-step explanation:

  • Calcium and Magnesium belongs to the Alkaline earth metals group.
  • Alkaline earth metals belong to group 2 and they are less reactive than alkali metals.
  • This group contains six elements.
  • These metals are silver in color and soft in nature.
  • They possess low melting, density, and boiling points.
  • Atomic radius increases down the group and beryllium has a smaller atomic radius.
  • Ionization energy decreases down the group and barium has higher ionization energy.
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