Question

The element with $Z=120$ (not yet discovered) will be an/ a:

• A. transition metal
• B. inner-transition metal
• C. alkaline earth metal
• D. alkali metal

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

alkaline earth metal

$Z=120$
Its general electronic configuration may be represented as $\left[Noblegas\right]n{s}^2$, like other alkaline earth metals.

Thus the given element will be an alkaline earth metal.