$A$ metal $M$ readily forms its sulphate $MSO_4$ which is water-soluble. It forms its oxide $MO$ which becomes inert on heating. It forms its insoluble hydroxide $M(OH)_2$ which is soluble in $NaOH$ solution. Then $M$ is

  • A
    $Mg$
  • B
    $Ba$
  • C
    $Ca$
  • D
    $Be$

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