Which one of the following statements is not correct about the trends in the properties of the elements of a period on going from left to right?

1. The oxides become more acidic.
2. The elements become less metallic.
3. There is an increase in the number of valence electrons.
4. The atoms lose their electrons more easily.

Correct Answer: (d) The atoms lose their electrons more easily.

Explanation: As we move from left to right in a period, the electropositive nature of elements decreases this means that atoms do not lose their electrons easily.

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Updated on: 10-Oct-2022

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