group 2

    Cards (27)

    • What charge do Group II metals form when they react?
      2+ ions
    • Why do Group II metals lose two electrons?
      To achieve a full outer shell
    • What happens to the atomic radius of Group II metals down the group?
      It increases
    • What causes the atomic radius to increase down the group?
      Additional electron shells are added
    • How does electron shielding affect reactivity in Group II metals?
      It makes outer electrons easier to lose
    • What trend occurs in the reactivity of Group II metals down the group?
      Reactivity increases
    • What happens to the first ionisation energy of Group II metals down the group?
      It decreases
    • Why does the first ionisation energy decrease down the group?
      Greater atomic radius and increased shielding
    • How does the size of ions affect melting points in Group II metals?
      Larger ions weaken attractive forces
    • What trend occurs in the melting points of Group II metals down the group?
      Melting points decrease
    • What type of reaction occurs when Group II metals react with water?
      Redox reaction
    • What products are formed when Group II metals react with water?
      Metal hydroxide and hydrogen
    • Why are Group II metals known as alkali metals?
      They produce alkaline solutions
    • What is the oxidation state of magnesium when it reacts with water?
      +2
    • How does magnesium react with liquid water compared to steam?
      Reacts slowly with water, faster with steam
    • What flame color is produced when magnesium reacts with steam?
      Bright white flame
    • What is the product formed when magnesium reacts with steam?
      Hydrogen and magnesium oxide
    • How does solubility of Group II hydroxides change down the group?
      Solubility increases down the group
    • Which Group II hydroxide is the least soluble?
      Magnesium hydroxide
    • What is magnesium hydroxide used for in medicine?
      As an antacid to neutralize acids
    • How does solubility of Group II sulfates change down the group?
      Solubility decreases down the group
    • Which Group II sulfate is the most soluble?
      Magnesium sulfate
    • Why is barium sulfate useful in medicine?
      It is insoluble and safe for imaging
    • What is barium chloride used for?
      Test for sulfate ions
    • What reaction does calcium oxide undergo to remove sulfur dioxide?
      It reacts to form calcium sulfite and water
    • What is the purpose of flue gas removal?
      To prevent pollutants from entering the atmosphere
    • What is produced when calcium oxide reacts with sulfur dioxide?
      Calcium sulfite and water