An alkaline earth metal $M$ readily forms water-soluble sulphate and water-insoluble hydroxide. Its oxide $MO$ is very stable to heat and does not have rock-salt structure. $M$ is :-

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

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