Element Z has the following properties:
A.noncombustible
B.unreactive
C.colorless,odorless gas at room temperature
D.nonconductor of electricity
Element Z can be classified as a ________ and will be found ________ the zigzag line of the periodic table.
A)metal;to the left of
B)metalloid;along side of
C)non-metal;to the right of
D)non-metal;along side of
E)metal;to the right of

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The given properties of element Z suggest that it is a non-metal. Also, since it is a gas at room temperature, it is likely to be found to the right of the zigzag line which separates metals from non-metals in the periodic table. Therefore, option C is the best choice.

Element Z Has the Following Properties