Question

Why does the first element of each group of p- block of modern periodic table shows anomalous
properties?

Answer 1

Answer:

Why does the first element of each group of p- block of modern periodic table shows anomalous

properties?

Explanation:

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Answer 2

Answer:

The anomalous behaviour of first element of s and p block elements of each group as compared to other group members is due to following reasons: Small size of atom, large charge/radius ratio, high electronegativity and non availability of d-orbitals in their valence shell.