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An alkaline earth metal M forms covalent compounds; It forms water soluble sulphate \( MSO_{4}\) and water insoluble hydroxide \(M(OH)_{2}\)
which is amphoteric in nature. The metal M is


A) Calcium

B) Beryllium

C) Magnesium

D) Strontium

Correct Answer:
B) Beryllium


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