Alkaline Earth (Noun)
Meaning
Any of the bivalent metals of group II of the periodic table (calcium or strontium or barium or magnesium or beryllium).
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Magnesium is a lightweight yet strong alkaline earth metal that is widely used in aerospace and automotive industries.
- Beryllium, the lightest alkaline earth metal, has a unique combination of high stiffness, low density, and excellent dimensional stability.
- The alkaline earth metal strontium is used in the manufacture of magnets, fluorescent lamps, and specialized glass for medical and dental applications.
- Calcium, an alkaline earth metal, is an essential element for human health, particularly in the development and maintenance of strong bones and teeth.
- The element barium, another alkaline earth metal, is used as a contrast agent in medical imaging procedures such as X-rays and CT scans.