Class 11 Chemistry Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties: NCERT Solutions for Question 34

This page focuses on the detailed Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties question answers for Class 11 Chemistry Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties, addressing the question: 'Which of the following statements related to the modern periodic table is incorrect? (a) The p-block has 6 columns, because a maximum of 6 electrons can occupy all the orbitals in a p-shell. (b) The d-block has 8 columns, because a maximum of 8 electrons can occupy all the orbitals in a d-subshell. (c) Each block contains a number of columns equal to the number of electrons that can occupy that subshell. (d) The block indicates value of azimuthal quantum number (l ) for the last subshell that received electrons in building up the electronic configuration.'. The solution provides a thorough breakdown of the question, highlighting key concepts and approaches to arrive at the correct answer. This easy-to-understand explanation will help students develop better problem-solving skills, reinforcing their understanding of the chapter and aiding in exam preparation.
Question 34

Which of the following statements related to the modern periodic table is incorrect?
(a) The p-block has 6 columns, because a maximum of 6 electrons can occupy all the orbitals in a p-shell.
(b) The d-block has 8 columns, because a maximum of 8 electrons can occupy all the orbitals in a d-subshell.
(c) Each block contains a number of columns equal to the number of electrons that can occupy that subshell.
(d) The block indicates value of azimuthal quantum number (l ) for the last subshell that received electrons in building up the electronic configuration.

Answer

(b) The d-block has 8 columns, because a maximum of 8 electrons can occupy all the orbitals in a d-subshell.

Option (b) is incorrect because the d-block has 10 columns  and maximum of 10 electrons can occupy all the orbitals in a d subshell. Since d sub shell can have a maximum of 5 orbitals amd 10 electrons, therefore, there are 10 vertical columns in d block.

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