Problem: Determine whether or not each element is a main-group element.vanadium
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We’re asked to determine whether or not vanadium is a main-group element.
Recall that the main group elements belong to the s- and p-blocks in the periodic table.
Main group elements form charges that are the same as their group number and are usually found in Groups ending in A in the periodic table:
- Main Group metals → Groups 1A, 2A (some in 3A such as Al)
- Main Group nonmetals → Groups 3A to 8A
We will determine whether Vanadium, V is a main group element based on the periodic table of elements:
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Determine whether or not each element is a main-group element.
vanadium
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