Question

Which is the symbol of the element tungsten?

• A. $\mathrm{Ta}$
• B. $\mathrm{Tc}$
• C. $\mathrm{W}$
• D. $\mathrm{V}$

Answer 1

The correct option is C

$\mathrm{W}$

Tungsten ($\mathrm{W}$) is a chemical element that is placed in the d-block of the periodic table. Tungsten ($\mathrm{W}$) comes under the group 6 and period 6 so, its atomic number is 73.

Explanation for the correct option:

(C) Tungsten ($\mathrm{W}$): Tungsten ($\mathrm{W}$) is represented with $\mathrm{W}$ symbol.

Explanation for the incorrect option:

(A) Tantalum ($\mathrm{Ta}$): Tantalum ($\mathrm{Ta}$) is represented with $\mathrm{Ta}$ symbol.

(B) Technetium ($\mathrm{Tc}$): Technetium ($\mathrm{Tc}$) is represented with $\mathrm{Tc}$ symbol.

(D) Vanadium ($\mathrm{V}$): Vanadium ($\mathrm{V}$) is represented with $\mathrm{V}$ symbol.

Therefore, the correct option is (C).