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Among alkaline earth metals, metal with least melting point is:

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Melting point trend in Group 2: decreases down the group. Heavier atoms → weaker metallic bonds.
Updated On: Jun 9, 2026
  • Be
  • Sr
  • Mg
  • Ba
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

• Melting points in group 2: Be > Mg > Ca > Sr > Ba.
• Ba is largest atom, metallic bonding weakest → lowest melting point.
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