Predict the position and properties like metallic/non-metallic character and oxidizing/reducing capacity of an element with atomic number 35 in the periodic table.

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Solution

Atomic number of elements = 35
Electronic configuration = 2, 8, 18, 7
The given element is Bromine. It belongs to group 17 of the periodic table.
Bromine needs one electron to become stable. Hence, Bromine has a strong electron affinity.
It accepts electrons. Hence, it is non-metal and reducing in nature.

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