The Alkaline Earth Metals Song Periodic Table

The video introduces the alkaline earth metals found in column two of the periodic table. It covers six elements: Beryllium, Magnesium, Calcium, Strontium, and Radium, detailing their atomic numbers, atomic masses, symbols, and uses. The video emphasizes their importance in various applications, such as Beryllium in aerospace, Magnesium in chlorophyll production, and Calcium in bones. The properties and characteristics of each element are highlighted, providing a comprehensive overview of this group of elements.

Which element is introduced first in the video, and what is its atomic number?

• Radium, atomic number 88

• Calcium, atomic number 20

• Magnesium, atomic number 12

• Beryllium, atomic number 4

What is the atomic mass of Magnesium as mentioned in the video?

• 40

• 12

• 24

• 88

Which element is essential for making chlorophyll in plants?

• Beryllium

• Magnesium

• Calcium

• Radium

What is the atomic number of Strontium?

• 56

• 20

• 88

• 4

Which element turns black when exposed to air?

• Beryllium

• Magnesium

• Radium

• Calcium