An element 'X' is placed in the 3rd group and 3'r period of the Modern Periodic Table.

Question

An element 'X' is placed in the 3rd group and 3rd period of the Modern Periodic Table. Answer the following questions stating reason for your answer in each case : 

(i) Write the electronic configuration of the element 'x'.

(ii) Write the formula of the compound formed when the element'X' reacts with another element'Y' of atomic number 17. 

(iii) Will the oxide of this element be acidic or basic ?

Answer 1

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