⛅️Alkaline Earth Metals⛅️
Group 2
Group 3 contains
Beryllium, Magnesium, Calcium, Strontium, Barium, and Radium.
Uses
Beryllium
-Used for the manufacturing of metal to add strength to it.
-When used in tools it prevents sparks.
Magnesium
- Mixed with aluminum and zinc to make airplane parts.
-Mixed with rare Earth Metals to make a heat resistant metal and used in car parts.
Calcium
-Cosmetic industries use it in toothpaste and in vitamins.
Strontium
-When burned it makes a red flame so it's used in firecrackers and flares.
Barium
-Taken as a chalky liquid to calm stomach aches.
-Mixed with Sulfur to make Barium Sulfate.
Where are they found?
Found in earth's crust but not in their original form.