(a)
Interpretation:
The group 5A element in makes up part of bones and teeth has to be identified.
Concept Introduction:
General properties of 5A elements:
Group 5A elements contain five valence electrons.
They have some different oxidation state.
These elements are usually form covalent bonds but can also form ionic bonds.
In this group elements include non-metals, metalloids and metals.
All elements are solids at room temperature expect nitrogen.
(b)
Interpretation:
The group 5A element, which forms stable salts containing
Concept introduction:
General properties of 5A elements:
Group 5A elements contain five valance electrons.
They have some different oxidation state.
These elements are usually form covalent bonds but can also form ionic bonds.
In this group elements include non-metals, metalloids and metals.
All elements are solids at room temperature expect nitrogen.
(c)
Interpretation:
The group 5A element, most abundant element in the atmosphere has to be identified.
Concept introduction:
General properties of 5A elements:
Group 5A elements contain five valance electrons.
They have some different oxidation state.
These elements are usually form covalent bonds but can also form ionic bonds.
In this group elements include non-metals, metalloids and metals.
All elements are solids at room temperature expect nitrogen.
(d)
Interpretation:
The group 5A element, forms a basic oxide has to be identified.
Concept introduction:
General properties of 5A elements:
Group 5A elements contain five valance electrons.
They have some different oxidation state.
These elements are usually form covalent bonds but can also form ionic bonds.
In this group elements include non-metals, metalloids and metals.
All elements are solids at room temperature expect nitrogen.
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