Question

Which of the following element is NOT an alkaline earth metal?

• A. Magnesium
• B. Strontium
• C. Barium
• D. Beryllium

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Beryllium

The elements of Group 2 include beryllium, magnesium, calcium, strontium, barium and radium. These elements with the exception of beryllium are commonly known as the alkaline earth metals.