JAMB Chemistry 1995 Question 10

Question 10

Periodic Table

Use the section of the periodic table above. Which letter represents a non-metal that is a solid at room temperature?

Diagram for this question
  1. A.T
  2. B.R
  3. C.J
  4. D.X
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Answer: A (T)

Explanation

T has atomic number 16 (sulphur), a solid non-metal. J (8) is oxygen, a gas, while R (13, aluminium) and X (4, beryllium) are metals.