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Which of the following pairs of elements exhibits a diagonal relationship due to nearly identical poPeriodic Table and Periodicity Chemistry Question

Question

Which of the following pairs of elements exhibits a diagonal relationship due to nearly identical polarizing power?

Answer: A

💡 Solution & Explanation

Elements of the 2nd period show similarities with diagonally opposite 3rd period elements (e.g., $Li-Mg$, $Be-Al$, $B-Si$) due to similar charge-to-size ratios (ionic potential).

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