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CHM 101 Atomic Structure and Quantum Theory Objective Question
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What are representative elements or main group elements?
Options
A Elements with partially filled d orbitals
B Elements for which all inner subshells are fully occupied and the outer s and p subshells are filling
Correct Answer
C Elements in the f-block
D Transition metals
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Representative or main group elements are those for which all inner subshells are fully occupied and the outer s and p subshells are filling. These include s-block elements on the left and p-block elements on the right.

Hint

The notes define these as elements with filling outer s and p subshells.

Question Info

Course: CHM 101
Topic: Atomic Structure and Quantum Theory
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 559 of 1872
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