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STANDARD Chemistry Classification of Elements MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium

The characteristics of elements X, Y and Z with atomic numbers, 33, 53 and 83 respectively are

A

X and Y are metalloids and Z is a metal

B

X is a metalloid, Y is a non-metal and Z is a metal

C

X, Y and Z are metals

D

X and Z are non-metals and Y is a metalloid

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

X (As) is a metalloid, Y (I) is a non-metal, and Z (Bi) is a metal based on their positions in the periodic table.

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