Chemistry Chapter 4 – Group VA and VIA Elements (Class 12) for FSC, Entry Tests & NTS Preparation
Chapter 4, Group VA and VIA Elements, is an important topic for Class 12 students preparing for FSC board exams and medical/engineering entry tests like MDCAT, NUMS, AKU, NUST, ECAT, and NTS exams. This chapter explains the properties, chemical behavior, and trends of Group 15 (Nitrogen family) and Group 16 (Oxygen family) elements. Understanding these groups is essential for studying their compounds, reactions, and applications in industry and biological systems.
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Unpaired electron trend of transition elements:
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The transition elements belongs to Group VI B are
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Oxidation Number of all the elements in the free state is?
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D block elements are also called as ____ ?
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d-block elements are present _____________ in the periodic table ?
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The geometry of the complex compounds usually depends upon:
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Ligands having two lone pair of electrons for donation to the central transition metal ion are known as:
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Choose the correct IUPAC name for the following complex.
[Cr(NH3)4Cl2]Cl
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Which of the following properties are associated with transition metals?
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Au3+ has __________ configuration.
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Which transition metal is used the most in industries?
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Which is the correct electronic configuration of Chromium (24Cr)?
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Which statement is true for K2(Cu(CN)4) ?
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The shape of [Co(NH3)6]3+ complex is:
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The correct electronic configuration of Cr is:
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The chemical name of K2[Zn(OH)4] is:
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What are interstitial compounds?
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Hardness of transition metals is due to ______?
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Copper is a typical transition metal. Its atomic number is 29. In which oxidation state does it have a partially filled orbital in d-subshell?
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F-block elements are called?
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The colour of transition metal complexes is due to:
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Which of the following sets is of coinage metals?
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Which of the following is typical transition element?
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Key Concepts about Group VA and VIA Elements
The chapter explains the general characteristics of Group 15 and 16 elements, including electronic configuration, physical and chemical properties, and oxidation states. It covers the preparation, properties, and uses of important compounds such as oxides, hydrides, acids, and salts. The chapter also discusses trends in atomic and ionic radii, electronegativity, ionization energy, and their significance in chemical reactivity. Each concept is illustrated with examples, diagrams, and step-by-step explanations. These concepts are highly important for FSC board exams and entry tests like MDCAT, NUMS, AKU, NUST, and ECAT.
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Mastery of Group VA and VIA elements helps students understand chemical reactivity, solve numerical and conceptual problems, and apply concepts to industrial, laboratory, and biological processes. PLS Academy provides practice questions, solved past papers, and chapter-wise MCQs to help students revise these topics effectively. Regular study of this chapter improves problem-solving skills, conceptual clarity, and exam performance, ensuring students are well-prepared for FSC board exams, competitive entry tests, and NTS exams.
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