Calcium is located in Group 2, Period 4 of the periodic table.
It is an alkaline earth metal and is placed beneath magnesium and above strontium.
Calcium has a melting point of 842°C and a boiling point of 1,484°C.
It is a soft, ductile metal that can be easily cut with a knife.
It is highly reactive and forms a protective oxide layer when exposed to air.
Some of the common uses of calcium include:
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