* Alkali metals: These are the most reactive metals, found in Group 1 of the periodic table (e.g., lithium, sodium, potassium).
* Alkaline earth metals: These are reactive but less so than alkali metals, found in Group 2 of the periodic table (e.g., beryllium, magnesium, calcium).
* Transition metals: These are often found in the middle of the periodic table and exhibit a wide range of properties (e.g., iron, copper, gold).
* Other metals: This group includes metals not easily categorized, such as aluminum, tin, and lead.
Therefore, to answer your question, we need more context to understand what "basic metal" refers to.
If you can provide more information about the specific context in which you encountered this term, I might be able to give a more accurate answer.
