identify the more reactive element with reason
a) Element M (electronic configuration 2,8,8,2)
b) Element N (electronic configuration 2,8,18,8,2)

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Solution

Out of M and N, N is more reactive element because the outermost electrons are loosely held and hence the ionization energy is lower as compare to the M. Therefore it will lose its electron easily and hence more reactive.

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