Chemistry-Periodic Table

NEET Chemistry Periodic Table MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-diagram based-Medium-Class 11

Consider a diagram of the periodic table showing the s-, p-, d-, and f-block elements. Which of the following statements about the position of metals and non-metals is correct?

Question diagram
A

Metals are found on the left side and non-metals on the right side of the periodic table.

B

Non-metals are found on the left side and metals on the right side of the periodic table.

C

Metals are found at the top and non-metals at the bottom of the periodic table.

D

Non-metals are found in the center and metals on the outer edges of the periodic table.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

According to the NCERT context, metals, which comprise more than 78% of known elements, appear on the left side of the periodic table, while non-metals are located on the right side.

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