Chapter 4 – The P Block Elements
Chapter 4 – The p-Block Elements covers elements of Groups 13 to 18 of the periodic table. These elements have their valence electrons in the p-orbital and show a wide variety of physical and chemical properties. The chapter explains general electronic configuration, oxidation states, and periodic trends across the p-block.
Students learn about important families such as the Boron family, Carbon family, Nitrogen family, Oxygen family, Halogens, and Noble gases, along with their key compounds and reactions. Special concepts like anomalous behavior of the first element, diagonal relationship, and inert pair effect are also discussed. This chapter is highly important for CBSE board exams and competitive exams like NEET and JEE.
The P Block Elements NCERT
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