The element E reacts with F to form an ionic compound EF. The element forms a solid ionic hydride while the hydride of F is gaseous at room temperature. To what group in the periodic table could E and F belong? Give reasons for your answer

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  • The element E reacts with F to form an ionic compound EF. The element forms a solid ionic hydride while the hydride of F is gaseous at room temperature. To what group in the periodic table could E and F belong? Give reasons for your answer
The letters A, B, C, D dehotes elements in the Periodic Table but they are not their usual
symbols. Use the information given below to answer the questions (a) and (b) below,
showing clearly how you arrived at your answer.
Property of chloride
Melting point
A
B
776°C
772°C
-50°C
Solubility in water
Electrical conductivity (aqueous)
Very soluble
Very soluble
Insoluble
Good
Good
Molten state
Good
Good
Poor
Transcribed Image Text:The letters A, B, C, D dehotes elements in the Periodic Table but they are not their usual symbols. Use the information given below to answer the questions (a) and (b) below, showing clearly how you arrived at your answer. Property of chloride Melting point A B 776°C 772°C -50°C Solubility in water Electrical conductivity (aqueous) Very soluble Very soluble Insoluble Good Good Molten state Good Good Poor
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