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(a)
Interpretation: The highlighted elements in the periodic table given in Figure P2.5 are to be categorized as a reactive nonmetal, a chemically inert gas and a reactive metal.
Concept introduction: The periodic table of elements depicts the arrangement of all the known chemical elements. Elements in the periodic table are arranged from top to bottom and from left to right in an increasing
To determine: A reactive nonmetal among the highlighted elements in the given periodic table.
(b)
To determine: A chemically inert gas among the highlighted elements in the given periodic table.
(c)
To determine: A reactive metal from the highlighted elements in the given periodic table.
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