NEETChemistrys Block Elements
Which of the following alkaline earth metals has the highest atomic number?
Options
- ABeryllium (Be)
- BMagnesium (Mg)
- CCalcium (Ca)
- DBarium (Ba)
Correct answer
D. Barium (Ba)
Step-by-step solution
Barium has the highest atomic number among the given options. It is located further down the alkaline earth metal group in the periodic table.