Which group has the lowest metallic character?

Understand the Problem

The question is asking about the chemical groups in the periodic table and specifically which of these groups exhibits the least metallic character. This involves understanding the periodic trends associated with metallic character.

Answer

Group 17 (halogens) and group 18 (inert gases).

The final answer is group 17 (halogens) and group 18 (inert gases).

Answer for screen readers

The final answer is group 17 (halogens) and group 18 (inert gases).

More Information

Group 17 includes halogens like fluorine, chlorine, and bromine, which are highly reactive non-metals. Group 18 consists of inert gases such as helium, neon, and argon, which are known for their lack of reactivity.

Tips

A common mistake is to think that the elements closer to the right side and the bottom of the periodic table (like transition metals) have the lowest metallic character. It's important to recall periodic trends: metallic character decreases as you move from left to right and bottom to top.

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