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Where are the metalloids located on the periodic table?
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Periodic Table: Classifications
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Which of the following is magnesium classified as on the periodic table?
A
Alkali metal
B
Transition metal
C
Alkaline earth metal
D
Halogen
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Recall the organization of the periodic table, which groups elements based on their similar chemical properties and electron configurations.
Identify the group number where magnesium is located. Magnesium is in group 2 of the periodic table.
Understand that elements in group 1 are called Alkali metals, group 2 are Alkaline earth metals, groups 3-12 are Transition metals, and group 17 are Halogens.
Since magnesium is in group 2, it belongs to the Alkaline earth metals category.
Therefore, classify magnesium as an Alkaline earth metal based on its position in group 2 of the periodic table.
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