Question
Question: The first member of the p – block elements differs from the remaining members of their corresponding...
The first member of the p – block elements differs from the remaining members of their corresponding groups due to.
A
Small size and absence of d - orbitals
B
Diagonal relationship with other elements
C
Difference in ability to form double and rtiple bonds
D
High ionisatin enthalpy.
Answer
Small size and absence of d - orbitals
Explanation
Solution
: Using d – orbitals, the elements beyond second period can expand their covalence. The second important difference is of the size.