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The s and p blocks are studied through their valence-shell configurations, periodic trends and characteristic chemical properties. Work covers the reactions of Group I and Group II elements, the behaviour of Group IV elements, and how atomic size, ionization energy, electronegativity and metallic character change across periods and down groups.

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  • A. s-Block
  • B. p-Block
  • C. d-Block
  • D. f-Block

Explanation: Lanthanum is classified as a d-block element because its electron configuration ends with a d orbital (5d1).

Correct answer: d-Block
  • A. s-Block
  • B. p-Block
  • C. d-Block
  • D. f-Block

Explanation: The d-block of the periodic table, also known as the transition metals block, contains the maximum number of metals.

Correct answer: d-Block
  • A. s-Block
  • B. p-Block
  • C. d-Block
  • D. f-Block

Explanation: The given electronic configuration ends with 5d¹, indicating that the last electron is added to the d subshell, which characterizes…

Correct answer: d-Block
  • A. Atomic number
  • B. Atomic mass
  • C. Principal quantum number
  • D. Azimuthal quantum number

Explanation: The correct answer is the Principal quantum number. In the modern periodic table, the period number of an element corresponds to the…

Correct answer: Principal quantum number
  • A. P
  • B. As
  • C. Sb
  • D. Bi

Explanation: The metallic character of elements increases down a group in the periodic table because the atoms become larger and more willing to lose…

Correct answer: Bi
  • A. Li
  • B. Na
  • C. F
  • D. N

Explanation: Sodium (Na) is considered a typical element because it is a part of the alkali metals in Group 1 of the periodic table.

Correct answer: Na
  • A. Be
  • B. CI
  • C. K
  • D. P.

Explanation: The concept of bridge elements refers to elements that show a diagonal relationship between the second and third periods of the periodic…

Correct answer: Be
  • A. IIA
  • B. IIIA
  • C. VIIA
  • D. 0

Explanation: The correct answer is Group IIA. This group is known as the alkaline earth metals and includes elements such as beryllium, magnesium, and…

Correct answer: IIA
  • A. IIA
  • B. IVA
  • C. VIA
  • D. VIIA

Explanation: The correct answer is Group VIIA, which is composed entirely of non-metals known as the halogens.

Correct answer: VIIA
  • A. Li+
  • B. B3+
  • C. F-
  • D. O2-

Explanation: The ionic radius is influenced by the charge on the ion. When an atom loses electrons to form a cation, like Li+ and B3+, the ionic radius…

Correct answer: O2-
  • A. Actinide series
  • B. Lanthanide series
  • C. Alkaline-earth metals
  • D. Chalcogens.

Explanation: Radium is classified as an alkaline-earth metal, which is a group of elements in Group 2 of the periodic table characterized by their…

Correct answer: Alkaline-earth metals
  • A. Neon
  • B. Krypton
  • C. Xenon
  • D. All of them form no compound.

Explanation: The correct answer is Neon. Neon is a noble gas that is known for its complete lack of chemical reactivity, making it highly unlikely to…

Correct answer: Neon
  • A. Ionic radii
  • B. Atomic radii
  • C. Polarizing power
  • D. Atomic volume

Explanation: Lithium and magnesium exhibit a diagonal relationship primarily due to their similar polarizing power.

Correct answer: Polarizing power
  • A. Metal
  • B. Non-metal
  • C. Noble gas
  • D. Metalloid

Explanation: The electronic configuration given is 1s2, 2s2, 2p6, 3s2, 3p6, 3d10, 4s2.

Correct answer: Metal
  • A. Fourth
  • B. Seventh
  • C. Sixth
  • D. Fifth

Explanation: The sixth period of the periodic table is the longest, containing 32 elements.

Correct answer: Sixth
  • A. 14
  • B. 15
  • C. 16
  • D. 13

Explanation: The elements known as chalcogens are found in Group 16 of the periodic table.

Correct answer: 16
  • A. Sulphur
  • B. Selenium
  • C. Tellurium
  • D. All are chalcogens

Explanation: The correct answer is Option D: 'All are chalcogens.' Chalcogens are the elements in Group 16 of the periodic table.

Correct answer: All are chalcogens
  • A. C, Si, Ga, Sn
  • B. Cl, Br, I, At
  • C. N, P, As, Sb
  • D. He, Ne, Ar, Kr.

Explanation: The correct answer is Option A: C, Si, Ga, Sn. In the Periodic Table, elements in the same group share similar properties.

Correct answer: C, Si, Ga, Sn
  • A. 14
  • B. 15
  • C. 13
  • D. 16

Explanation: An element with a half-filled 4p subshell belongs to Group 15 of the periodic table.

Correct answer: 15
  • A. 1s2, 2s2 2p3
  • B. 1s2, 2s2, 2p1
  • C. 1s2, 2s2, 2p6, 3s2, 3p2
  • D. 1s2, 2s2, 2p4

Explanation: The correct answer is Option B: 1s2, 2s2, 2p1 . This electronic configuration represents the core and valence electrons of a group 13…

Correct answer: 1s2, 2s2, 2p1