Which one is a s block element?

Correct answer: B. K

  • A. B
  • B. K
  • C. Al
  • D. Cu

Explanation

s-block comprises 14 elements namely hydrogen (H), lithium (Li), helium (He), sodium (Na), beryllium (Be), potassium (K), magnesium (Mg), rubidium (Rb).

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