Question

based on the periodic table of the elements, which of these elements has properties most similar to calcium (ca)? a. manganese (mn) b. sodium (na) c. barium (ba) d. carbon (c)

Explanation:

Elements in the same group of the periodic table have similar chemical properties. Calcium (Ca) is in Group 2 (alkaline - earth metals). Barium (Ba) is also in Group 2.

Answer:

C. barium (Ba)