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Part of the periodic table is shown. The letters are not the symbols of the elements.Which statement is correct?

Correct answer: C. Y has a lower melting point than V

  • A. V is more reactive than Y
  • B. W has more metallic character than V
  • C. Y has a lower melting point than V
  • D. Z is more reactive than X

Explanation

A. Reactivity for metals increases down the group so V is less reactive than Y which is below V.B. Metallic character decreases as we go from left to right so W has less metallic character than V.C. Melting point for Group I-IV increases across the period and decreases down the group. Y being below V will have a lower melting point. Hence Option C is correct.D. Reactivity decreases down the group for halogens and nonmetals.

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