NEET Chemistry · Medium

Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties: Metallic character MCQ

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Metallic characterMediumQuestion 30009

Question

Metallic character across a period generally:

  1. A
    decreases
    Correct
  2. B
    increases
  3. C
    remains same
  4. D
    becomes maximum in noble gases

Correct answer

decreases

Explanation

Elements become less willing to lose electrons.