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What are the properties of alkali earth metals​

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shiny.
silvery-white.
somewhat reactive metals at standard temperature and pressure.
readily lose their two outermost electrons to form cations with a 2+ charge.
low densities.
low melting points.
low boiling points.
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Properties of the Akali Earth Metals.

  • They have low melting points.
  • They have low boiling points.
  • They are shiny in nature.
  • They are generally Silvery-white in colour.
  • They have low densities.
  • They are highly metallic.
  • They are good conductors of electricity.
  • They are strong reducing agents.
  • They are highly reactive.


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