12 Questions
Which element in the Chalcogen family has oxidation states of 2-, 0, 2+, 4+ and 6+ (among others)?
Sulfur
Which Chalcogen element is primarily stored in a green container?
Oxygen
Which Chalcogen element is known as 'Brimstone' and occurs mainly as sulfides and sulfates?
Sulfur
Which Chalcogen element is used as a therapeutic gas in conditions involving hypoxia?
Oxygen
Which Chalcogen element exists as a diatomic molecule under ordinary conditions?
Oxygen
Which Chalcogen element is a powerful oxidizing agent used as a disinfectant and bleaching agent?
Oxygen
What is the key property of halogens that makes them the most active family in the non-metals?
They have seven electrons in their outer shells
Which element is known as the most electronegative element?
Fluorine
Which pharmaceutical form of sulfur is odorless and tasteless?
Precipitated Sulfur
How do halogens form negative ions?
By gaining one electron
Which element is used as an anti-cariogenic (anti-decay) agent?
Fluorine
What is the role of Selenium in promoting absorption?
Promotes absorption of vitamin E
Test your knowledge of the elements in the Chalcogen family with a focus on Oxygen, Sulfur, Selenium, Tellurium, Polonium, and Livermorium. Explore their general properties, atomic weights, and oxidation states. Learn about the classification of these elements as non-metals and metalloids.
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