Alkaline earth metals are highly basic (alkaline) and occur abundantly on Earth as compounds like carbonates, sulfates and silicates. With the Solubility Patterns: Chemical Demonstration—ChemTopic™ Lab Activity, investigate the patterns and periodic trends in the solubility behavior of alkaline earth metal compounds. Available as part of The Periodic Table—ChemTopic™ Labs digital collection. Click the Price link for digital collection pricing.