The elements of the group 16 are also called :

helogens

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noble gases

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chalcogens

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alkaline earth metals

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Solution

The correct option is B chalcogens
The word "chalcogen" is literally taken from greek words being "copper-former," the meaning is more in line with "copper-ore former" or more generally, "ore-former." Oxygen family elements are called chalcogens.

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