In this part of the Periodic Table,what type of elements are in the group that includes elements C,O,and S?
A)metals
B)nonmetals
C)noble gases
D)silicates

Question

In this part of the Periodic Table,what type of elements are in the group that includes elements C,O,and S? 
A)metals 
B)nonmetals 
C)noble gases 
D)silicates

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The group that includes elements C (carbon), O (oxygen), and S (sulfur) is Group 16, also known as the chalcogens. This group consists of nonmetals, which are usually gases, liquids, or brittle solids at room temperature and have a tendency to gain electrons in chemical reactions. Therefore, the best choice is B) nonmetals.

In This Part of the Periodic Table,what Type of Elements