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Published on: August 13, 2026
Which of the following statement about p-block elements is incorrect?
A
It comprises of elements belonging to group 13 to 18.
B
These together with the s-block elements are called the representative elements.
C
The outermost electronic configuration varies from 
to 
in each period.
to in each period.
D
At the end of each period, there is a noble gas element with a closed valence shell 
configuration.
configuration.
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
The outermost electronic configuration of p-block elements varies from 
to 
in each period.
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