Question

For the main group of the periodic table, the metallic properties of the elements vary approximately with their position as shown in the table.

1	2	13	14	15	16	17	18
H							He
A				B
C				D

1. Will the most metallic element be found at A, B, C or D?
2. Will the most non-metallic element be found at A, B, C or D?

Answer 1

1. The most metallic element will be found at C.
2. The most non-metallic element will be found at D.