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Alkaline Earth

Noun - Chemistry

Definition: Any of the metallic elements in Group 2 of the periodic table, including beryllium, magnesium, calcium, strontium, barium, and radium.

Related Products: Beryllium, Magnesium, Calcium, Strontium, Barium, Radium

Adjective - Chemical

Definition: Relating to or denoting the alkaline earth metals.

Sample Sentence: The alkaline earth reaction produced a vivid color change in the experiment.

Adjective - Geology

Definition: Denoting or formed in the second era of the Paleozoic era, between the Cambrian and Devonian eras.

Sample Sentence: The alkaline earth rocks contain distinct fossils from the era.

Noun - Local

Definition: A neighborhood grocery store that specializes in selling natural and organic foods.

Related Products: Natural Foods, Organic Foods

Adjective - Popular

Definition: Describing something that is well-liked or widely favored by many people.

Sample Sentence: The alkaline earth diet has gained significant popularity among health-conscious individuals.