8. REACTIVITY TRENDS Flashcards
1
Q
What are group 2 metals called?
A
Alkaline earth metals
2
Q
Are group 2 metals oxidising or reducing agents?
A
Reducing agents
3
Q
Group 2 metal + Oxygen —>
A
Metal Oxide
4
Q
Group 2 metal + Water —>
A
Alkaline hydroxide + hydrogen
5
Q
Metal + Acid —>
A
Salt + hydrogen
6
Q
How does reactivity change down group 2?
A
Increases down the group