Question

In which part of a group would you expect the elements to have

the most metallic character

Answer 1

1. In a group, the size of the elements corresponding to that group increases.
2. This is due to the reason that number of shell increases on moving down the group.
3. The metallic character is due to the ease of losing of electrons to attain noble gas configuration, this character increases on moving top to bottom in a group.
4. So, it will be maximum at the bottom of the group.