Different atoms in the same column of the periodic table of elements
A) have a simple ratio of masses.
B) have equal masses.
C) have identical chemical properties.
D) have similar chemical properties.

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Atoms in the same column, also known as group or family, have the same number of valence electrons in their outermost energy level. This similarity in electronic configuration leads to similar chemical properties, such as reactivity and the ability to form similar compounds. However, they do not have identical masses or a simple ratio of masses, therefore options A and B are incorrect.

Different Atoms in the Same Column of the Periodic Table