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Explain why the atoms in Group 2, as in any other group, get larger with increasing atomic number.

Important Questions on Group 2

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State the charge you would expect the ions of Group 2 elements to carry.
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Predict whether the ions of group 2 elements will be larger or smaller than their atoms.

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Radium (Ra) is a radioactive element found below barium at the bottom of Group 2. Working with a partner, apply your knowledge of trends in Group 2 to discuss and predict its melting point.
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Radium (Ra) is a radioactive element found below barium at the bottom of Group 2. Working with a partner, apply your knowledge of trends in Group 2 to discuss and predict its density.

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Radium (Ra) is a radioactive element found below barium at the bottom of Group 2. Working with a partner, apply your knowledge of trends in Group 2 to discuss and predict its metallic radius.

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Which one of the following electronic configurations correctly describes a calcium ion?

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Write a half equation to show the conversion of a calcium atom into a calcium ion.

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How does the oxidation number of calcium change in the conversion of a calcium atom into calcium ion? Explain whether the calcium has been oxidised or reduced in this change.