"alkaline earth" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: alkaline earths [plural]
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  1. (inorganic chemistry) Any oxide of the elements of group II of the periodic table; they are not as basic as the alkalis, and not so soluble in water. Categories (topical): Inorganic compounds Synonyms: alkaline-earth Derived forms: alkaline earth metal

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