GROUP 2 Flashcards
1
Q
Uses of Ca(OH)₂
A
Neutralises acidic soil
2
Q
Uses of Mg(OH)₂
A
Neutralises stomach acid
3
Q
Explain the trend in solubility and pH down Group 2.
A
- Increases down Group 2
- Weaker ionic bonds
- Greater ionic radius
- More OH- released
4
Q
Explain the ease of decomposition down Group 2.
A
- Decreases down Group 2
- Greater ionic radius
- Ions are less able to attract an oxygen atom from CO3, forming metal oxides