alkaline earth

noun

Meaning

Any of the chemical elements in Group 2 of the periodic table, which are reactive metals that form oxides known as earths.

Examples

Calcium is a common alkaline earth metal found in bones and teeth.
Scientists study the properties of each alkaline earth element to understand its reactivity.

Synonyms: Group 2 element, alkaline earth metal

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alkaline earth

noun

Pronunciation: ˈælkəlaɪn ɜːrθ

Definition

Any of the chemical elements in Group 2 of the periodic table, which are reactive metals that form oxides known as earths.

Examples

Calcium is a common alkaline earth metal found in bones and teeth.
Scientists study the properties of each alkaline earth element to understand its reactivity.

Synonyms of alkaline earth

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