Question

According to classification of elements most of non-metals are placed in ________ block.

• A. $s$ - block
• B. $p$ - block
• C. $d$ - block
• D. $f$ - block

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

$p$ - block

The $p$ - block is the area of the periodic table containing columns $3A$ to column $8A$ (columns$13-18$), including noble gas, all non metals, metals and metalloids.