Question

The position of some elements A, B, C, D, E, F and G in the Modern Periodic Table is given as under.
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Group → Period ↓

16

17

18



1





A



2

B

C

D



3

E

F

G




(a) In which group are inert elements placed?
(b) What type of ions would B, C, E and F from?
(c) Which element would have chemical properties similar to C?
(d) How many shells would A have?
(e) What is the similarity between A and D?
(f) Identify the most abundant element in the earth's crust.

Answer 1

a=18

b=H+ ions

d=1

f=magnesium