Question

An element of group 14 has an atomic number of 14. State whether this element will have metallic properties or not.

Answer 1

The element is silicon (Si). Silicon has 14 electrons and its electron configuration is 2,8,4. Losing or gaining 4 electrons to gain octet is equally difficult for Si. Hence it is classified as a metalloid. It does exhibit some metallic properties but also exhibits non-metallic properties.