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Chapter 7: The p-Block Elements

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  • 7

    The P-Block Elements

    The p-block elements encompass groups 13 to 18 of the periodic table, focusing primarily on Groups 15 (Nitrogen Family) and 16 (Oxygen Family), which exhibit varied properties and behaviors.

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  • 7.1

    Introduction

    The p-block elements are characterized by the filling of p-orbitals and include groups 13 to 18, primarily focusing on Groups 15 and 16.

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  • 7.2

    Group 15 Elements – The Nitrogen Family

    This section discusses the physical and chemical properties of the nitrogen family elements, including their oxidation states and important compounds.

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  • 7.2.1

    Elements

    This section covers the p-block elements, specifically analyzing Group 15 (Nitrogen Family) and Group 16 (Oxygen Family) elements, their properties, important compounds, and trends.

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  • 7.2.2

    General Electronic Configuration

    This section covers the general electronic configuration of p-block elements, specifically focusing on groups 15 (Nitrogen Family) and 16 (Oxygen Family).

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  • 7.2.3

    Physical Properties

    The physical properties of p-block elements vary across groups, highlighting trends in their states, metallic character, melting and boiling points, and densities.

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  • 7.2.4

    Chemical Properties

    This section focuses on the chemical properties of the p-block elements, particularly those in Groups 15 and 16, outlining their oxidation states, reactivity, and important compounds.

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  • 7.2.4.1

    Oxidation States And Reactivity

    This section discusses the oxidation states and reactivity of elements in Groups 15 (Nitrogen Family) and 16 (Oxygen Family) of the p-block elements.

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  • 7.2.4.2

    Anomalous Behaviour Of Nitrogen

    This section explores the unique properties and behaviors of Nitrogen that distinguish it from other members of the Group 15 elements.

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  • 7.2.4.3

    Reactivity Towards Hydrogen

    The reactivity of group 15 elements towards hydrogen results in the formation of various hydrides, showing a decreasing trend in basicity and stability down the group.

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  • 7.2.4.4

    Reactivity Towards Oxygen

    This section discusses the reactivity of elements from Group 15 and Group 16 towards oxygen, detailing their oxidation states and the types of oxides formed.

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  • 7.2.4.5

    Reactivity Towards Halogens

    This section discusses the reactivity of group 15 elements, specifically nitrogen, towards halogens, highlighting the formation of trihalides and pentahalides.

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  • 7.2.5

    Important Compounds Of Nitrogen

    This section focuses on significant nitrogen compounds and their importance in various applications.

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  • 7.2.5.1

    Ammonia (Nh₃)

    This section discusses ammonia (NH₃), its formation, properties, and industrial significance.

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  • 7.2.5.2

    Nitric Acid (Hno₃)

    Nitric acid (HNO₃) is a powerful oxidizing agent produced through the Ostwald process and has various industrial applications.

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  • 7.2.5.3

    Oxides Of Nitrogen

    This section covers the various oxides of nitrogen, their chemical properties, and significance.

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  • 7.3

    Group 16 Elements – The Oxygen Family

    This section discusses the Group 16 elements, known as the Oxygen Family, highlighting their physical and chemical properties, important compounds, and key trends.

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  • 7.3.1

    Elements

    This section focuses on the p-block elements in groups 15 and 16, emphasizing their properties and chemical behavior.

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  • 7.3.2

    General Electronic Configuration

    This section discusses the general electronic configurations of the p-block elements, focusing on groups 15 and 16, including their physical and chemical properties.

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  • 7.3.3

    Physical Properties

    The physical properties of p-block elements, emphasizing the trends in groups 15 and 16.

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  • 7.3.4

    Chemical Properties

    The chemical properties of p-block elements encompass their oxidation states, reactivities, and the compounds they form, highlighting distinctions between Group 15 and Group 16 elements.

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  • 7.3.4.1

    Oxidation States

    The section covers oxidation states of p-block elements, focusing on Groups 15 and 16, addressing their trends, reactions, and significance.

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  • 7.3.4.2

    Hydrides (H₂e)

    Hydrides of Group 16 exhibit trends in thermal stability and acid strength.

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  • 7.3.4.3

    Oxides

    This section explores the properties, types, and significance of oxides formed by elements from Groups 15 and 16 of the periodic table.

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  • 7.3.5

    Important Compounds Of Sulphur

    This section focuses on crucial compounds of Sulphur, primarily Sulphur Dioxide and Sulphuric Acid, including their preparation and significant properties.

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  • 7.3.5.1

    Sulphur Dioxide (So₂)

    This section covers the properties and significance of sulphur dioxide (SO₂), its role in chemical reactions, and its important compounds.

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  • 7.3.5.2

    Sulphuric Acid (H₂so₄)

    This section covers the preparation, properties, and significance of sulphuric acid (H₂SO₄) in various applications.

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  • 7.4

    Comparison Of Hydrides Of Group 15 And 16

    This section discusses the hydrides of Group 15 and 16 elements, comparing their properties such as bond angles, basicity, and hydrogen bonding.

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  • 7.5

    Trends Across The Two Groups

    This section compares the trends in properties and behaviors of Group 15 (Nitrogen Family) and Group 16 (Oxygen Family) elements.

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  • 7.6

    Summary

    This section summarizes the key concepts and properties of p-block elements, focusing on Groups 15 and 16, and their important compounds.

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References

12 chemistry ch7(ioc).pdf

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