For the atomic numbers given below, which pair of elements will have the same chemical properties?

Correct answer: B. 3,11

  • A. 13,22
  • B. 3,11
  • C. 4,24
  • D. 2,4

Explanation

Option B is correct as the elements with atomic numbers 3 and 11 are Lithium and sodium, respectively which are both in the same group, hence they have the same chemical properties.Elements in the same group have the same number of valence electrons and thus have similar chemical properties.

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