Solubility of Group 2 hydroxides (Down Group 2, hydroxide solubility increases; Be(OH)₂ is the least soluble.)
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Down Group 2, hydroxide solubility increases; Be(OH)₂ is the least soluble.
What each symbol means
| Symbol | What it stands for |
|---|---|
| M | Alkaline earth metal (+2) |
| solubility | Aqueous solubility of hydroxide |
When to use this
Trend from Be to Ba: lattice vs hydration competition; Be(OH)₂ essentially insoluble, Ba(OH)₂ fairly soluble.