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- Periodic Classificationchemistry-mcqs › periodic-classification
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- 18 Mar 2019
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- 28 May 2026
Explanation
Metallic character increases down a group because atoms gain more electron shells, making it easier to lose electrons. In contrast, electronegativity, oxidizing power, and reduction tendency generally decrease or do not consistently increase down a group.
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- 1.Which of the following statements about metals is false?
- 2.Considering atomic sizes, which of the following comparisons is accurate?
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- 4.What term is used for halides where halogen atoms serve as bridges connecting two atoms of another element?
- 5.What does the oxidation state of an atom indicate?
- 6.How does the metallic character of alkali metals change as you move down the group?
- 7.What is the nature of the energy change when a second electron is added to a singly charged negative ion?
- 8.Which factors influence the ionization energy of an atom?
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