+Alkaline Earth Metals are the silvery-white, reactive [Elements](/wiki/elements) found in Group 2 of the [Periodic Table](/wiki/periodic_table). They readily lose two electrons to form ions, playing vital roles in chemistry and biology.
+## See also
+- [Alkali Metals](/wiki/alkali_metals)
+- [Ions](/wiki/ions)
+- [Valence Electrons](/wiki/valence_electrons)