Question

what are the p-block elements ? what are their main characteristics ?​

Answer 1

Answer:

p- block elements:

Following are the properties of p-block elements.

They are solids/liquids/gases at room temperature (Br is liquid)

They have variable oxidation states

They form acidic oxides

Generally, they form covalent compounds

Halogens form salts with alkali metals

They have high ionization potentials

They have very large electron gain enthalpies

The aqueous solutions their oxides are acidic in nature

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