Question

From top to bottom in any group of the periodic table the electropositive character of the element:

• A. Increases
• B. Decreases
• C. Remains unchanged
• D. Changes irregularly

Answer 1

The correct option is A Increases

Electropositive character increases down the group. In a group, from top to bottom atomic size increases due to the addition of a new shell. As the atomic size increases the nuclear attractions on the valence electrons decreases. Therefore, the ability to donate or lose electrons increases.