Multiple Choice
Which two groups on the periodic table are considered the most reactive, and what is the primary reason for their high reactivity?
27
views
2. Atoms & Elements
Periodic Table: Group Names
Struggling with General Chemistry?
Join thousands of students who trust us to help them ace their exams!Watch the first videoMultiple Choice
Which group on the periodic table is known as the alkaline earth metals?
A
Group 18
B
Group 1
C
Group 2
D
Group 17
Verified step by step guidance1
Understand that the periodic table is divided into groups (columns) that share similar chemical properties.
Recall that Group 1 contains the alkali metals, which are very reactive metals like sodium and potassium.
Recognize that Group 18 contains the noble gases, which are inert and non-reactive gases like helium and neon.
Know that Group 17 contains the halogens, which are reactive nonmetals like chlorine and fluorine.
Identify that Group 2 is called the alkaline earth metals, which include elements like magnesium and calcium, characterized by their two valence electrons and metallic properties.
5:33mWatch next
Master Periodic Table: Group Names with a bite sized video explanation from Jules
Start learningRelated Videos
Related Practice
Periodic Table: Group Names practice set
Problem sets built by lead tutorsExpert video explanations