In what properties do the first elements of a group differ from the subsequent elements of the same group?

Vedclass pdf generator app on play store
Vedclass iOS app on app store
(N/A) The first elements of a group (e.g.,$Li, Be, B, C, N, O, F$) exhibit anomalous properties compared to the rest of the elements in their respective groups due to their small size,high electronegativity,and absence of $d$-orbitals.
$1$. First element of the group $2$. Subsequent elements of the group
They can form a maximum of $4$ bonds (e.g.,$[BF_4]^-$). They can form more than $4$ covalent bonds (e.g.,$[Al(H_2O)_6]^{3+}$).
They form multiple bonds with themselves and other elements (e.g.,$C=C, N=N, C\equiv C, N\equiv N, C=O, C\equiv N, N=O$). They do not typically form multiple bonds.

Explore More

Similar Questions

Select the option containing the incorrect order of the parameters given.

Difficult
View Solution

Choose the incorrect order.

Difficult
View Solution

Which of the following pairs of atomic numbers belongs to the same group in the periodic table?

What are the properties associated with individual particles of matter?

As we go from left to right in period $2$ of the periodic table,the gram atomic volume of the elements:

Vedclass Products

For Students

Vedclass Test Series

Mock tests in real JEE/NEET style with performance analysis. 5-day free trial.

Start Free Trial
For Teachers

Exam Paper Generator

Generate Set A/B/C/D exam papers from 7.5L+ questions in 2 minutes. 3 chapters free.

Try Free
For Institutes

Online Exam Module

Live online exams with unlimited students, 360° analytics & white-label branding.

See Demo