Chapter: Periodic Classification of Elements· Science

The position of three elements A, B and C in the Periodic Table are shown below - Group 16 Group 17

The position of three elements A, B and C in the Periodic Table are shown below -

Group 16	Group 17
−	−
−	A
−	−
B	C

(a) State whether A is a metal or non-metal.
(b) State whether C is more reactive or less reactive than A.
(c) Will C be larger or smaller in size than B?
(d) Which type of ion, cation or anion, will be formed by element A?

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(a) A is a non-metal.

(b) C is less reactive than A, as reactivity decreases down the group in halogens.

(c) C will be smaller in size than B as moving across a period, the nuclear charge increases and therefore, electrons come closer to the nucleus.

(d) A will form an anion as it accepts an electron to complete its octet.

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The position of three elements A, B and C in the Periodic Table are shown below - Group 16 Group 17

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