Explanation:
a metal is an element that readily forms positive ions (cations) and has metallic bonds.
Group two of the periodic table comprises the elements beryllium, magnesium, calcium, strontium, barium and radium. The elements in this group, which are all shiny and silvery-white in appearance, are known as the alkaline earth metals. Like the alkali metals, they form alkaline solutions when they react with water.
