Elements of IIA group of the table D.I. Mendeleev, starting with calcium, are called alkaline earth metals. Explain the etymology of this name
| November 14, 2020 | Education
The group of alkaline earth metals is formed by metals, the oxides of which, although slightly soluble in water (previously they were called earths for their powdery appearance), form more or less strong hydrates that have an alkaline reaction.
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