Suppose a chemist discovers a new metallic element and names it "Xtrinsium" (Xt).
Xt exhibits chemical behaviour similar to an alkaline earth.
Xt(s) + Cl2(g) XtCl2(s)
Lattice energy for XtCl2 -2280 kJ/mol
First Ionization energy of Xt 310 kJ/mol
Second Ionization energy of Xt 589...