Which pair of elements would you expect to exhibit the greatest similarity in their physical and chemical properties?
A)Li, F
B)Sr, Te
C)O, S
D)In, Sb
E)Ti, Ne

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O and S are in the same group, and therefore have similar electronic configurations and valence shell properties. They both form similar types of chemical bonds and have similar physical properties such as melting and boiling points.

Which Pair of Elements Would You Expect to Exhibit the Greatest