Question

Discuss the chemical properties of oxygen.

Answer 1

Oxygen: $\mathrm{Oxygen}\left(\mathrm{O}\right)$ is a member of the chalcogen group on the periodic table. It is an essential element in the most of the combustion processes.

It is one of the most abundant elements in the Earth’s crust.

Uses of Oxygen: It is used in the production and manufacturing of glass and stone products, and in mining.

• Special $\mathrm{Oxygen}$ chambers are used in case of high pressure to increase the partial pressure of oxygen around the patient.
• The primary applications of oxygen include melting, refining, and manufacture of steel along with other metals.

Chemical Properties of Oxygen:

Group	16
Period	2
Block	p
Atomic number	8
State at 20°C	Gas
Electron configuration	[He]2s2 2p4