Question

In each of the following pairs, identify which elements is less non - metallic ? (a) B or C (b) C or Si (c) Ci or Br

Answer 1

Answer:

C or Si. this is the answer

Answer 2

Answer:

a) Boron is less non-metallic as it has 3 valence electrons and it comes on the left of carbon on the periodic table, making it relatively less non-metallic.

b) Si is more non - metallic as in a group the metallic character increases as you go down.

c) Chlorine is less non-metallic (same reason as (b).)