Question

An element x has a atomic number 16 find group valency period and metal or non metal

Answer 1

Explanation:

group =16

period=3

valency=2

Answer 2

Answer: 2, 3rd and non-metal respectively

Explanation: Said element has electronic configuration 1s2 2s2 2p6 3s2 3p4 hence it falls in Group 16. This group has a group valency of 2.

From electronic configuration the period is 3rd.

Also, this element in question is sulphur which is a non-metal