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Question & Answer
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Silicon (Si)
Germanium (Ge)
Arsenic (As)
Phosphorus (P)
Understanding the Answer
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The element in option B is in group 14 and behaves like both a metal and a nonmetal. Other options are incorrect because Some students think the element in option A is the metalloid in group 14 because it is widely used in electronics; The element in option C is in a different group that contains mostly nonmetals.
Key Concepts
Periodic Table Structure
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Deep Dive: Periodic Table Structure
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Definition
The structure of the Periodic Table organizes elements based on their properties in a tabular form. It includes periods, groups, noble gases, and the arrangement of elements according to their atomic numbers. Understanding the structure helps in predicting the behavior and characteristics of elements.
Topic Definition
The structure of the Periodic Table organizes elements based on their properties in a tabular form. It includes periods, groups, noble gases, and the arrangement of elements according to their atomic numbers. Understanding the structure helps in predicting the behavior and characteristics of elements.
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