JEE Main2012ChemistryClassification of Elements and Periodicity in PropertiesActual
Which pair of elements with the given atomic numbers is expected to have similar properties?
Options
- A40,72
- B20,36
- C10,28
- D11,12
Correct answer
A. 40,72
Step-by-step solution
Zr (40), Hf (72) have similar properties as they belong to same group and have same valence shell electronic configuration.