Magnesium, atomic number 12, has the electron configuration $[Ne]3s^2$ . To what group does magnesium belong?

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Answer 1 · 2016-02-16T21:06:31

Group 2, the alkaline earths.

How do you remember it's Group 2. Well the best way is to consult a Periodic Table, and note the position of $Mg$ , $Group$ $2$ , and $Period$ $3$ .

You should be issued with a Periodic Table in every Chemistry and Physics examination for which you ever sit.

Magnesium, atomic number 12, has the electron configuration [Ne]3s^2[Ne]3s^2. To what group does magnesium belong?