Interpretation:
The given question stated that atoms and elements present in another universe are identical to the elements present on Earth except that atoms with six valence electrons have particular stability (in contrast to our universe where atoms with eight valence electrons have particular stability.). An example of an element in the alternative universe that corresponds to a noble gas, a reactive nonmetal, and a reactive metal is to be identified.
Concept introduction:Periodic table is the arrangement of elements in the increasing order of
To determine:An example of an element in the alternative universe that corresponds to a noble gas, a reactive nonmetal, and a reactive metal.
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