Identify the element whose outermost orbit is partially filled with electrons in s and p subshells.

an inert gas

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

a representative element

Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses

a transition element

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

an inner transition element

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Open in App

Solution

The correct option is B a representative element
The elements in which outermost orbit is partially filled with valence electrons in s and p subshells are representative elements.

Hence, the correct option is $B$

Suggest Corrections

Similar questions

3 d

The element in which electrons are progressively filled in 4f - orbital are called
(a) actinoids (b) transition elements (c) Lanthanoids (d) halogens

The inner transition elements are the elements in which last electrons enters into:

Join BYJU'S Learning Program