Question

s - block and p - block elements except 18th group elements are sometimes called as‘Representative elements’ based on their abundant availability in the nature. Is it justified? Why?

Answer 1

Explanation:

1. The elements of S block and P block except 18th group elements are called as Representative elements because they are found in nature abundantly .
2. It can be said because these elements are the most parts of compounds found in nature .
3. We don't count 18th group elements because they are free-living elements. they are the elements of zero group
4. in S block hydrogen inch found which is the part of water and water is found everywhere on the earth.
5. hence we can say the elements of S block and P block are the Representative elements .

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

S,P-block elements are called representative elements because these are the elements which take part in chemical reactions because of incompletely filled outermost shell.

These elements undergo chemical reactions to acquire the nearest noble gas configuration by losing or gaining or sharing of electrons.

So they are called representative elements.