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Based on the periodic table why are be, bg, ca and sr in the same column/group/family?

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Answer:

The elements are in the same column/group IIA.

See the explanation below, please.

Step-by-step explanation:

The elements Calcium, Strontium, Beryllium, Magnesium, Barium and Radio, belong to the group of alkaline earth metals located in group IIA of the periodic table, they require 2 electrons to complete their octet (they have 2 valence electrons). reagents than alkali metals.

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