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The element with atomic number 14 is hard and forms acidic oxide and a covalent halide. To which of the following categories does the element belong?

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Metal
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Metalloid
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Non metal
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Left hand side element
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Solution

The correct option is A Metalloid
Atomic number 14 is for Silicon element which is a metalloid and exhibits properties of both metals and non-metals. It has 4 electrons in its valence shell so tends to form covalent acidic oxide like non-metals.

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