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CHEMISTRY

JAMB 2000 - Question 10

Chemistry 2000 JAMB Past Questions - Question 10: Which of the following statements is correct about the periodic table?

Choose the correct answers from the options given.

Which of the following statements is correct about the periodic table?

A: Elements in the same period have the same number of valence electrons

B: The valence electrons of the elements in the same period increase progressively across the period

C: Elements in the same group have the same number of electron shells

D: The non-metallic properties of the elements tend to decrease across each period

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The periodic table is a tabular arrangement of the chemical elements, organized by their atomic number, electron configuration, and recurring chemical properties. It is divided into groups (columns) and periods (rows) based on these properties. The table allows for the prediction of an element's behavior and properties based on its position. Each element is represented by its chemical symbol, and the table provides valuable information about the elements' atomic structure, such as their atomic mass and electron configuration.