Question

which of the following elements would have similar properties to lithium (li)?
beryllium (be)
potassium (k)
sodium (na)
fluorine (f)

Explanation:

Elements in the same group (column) of the periodic table have similar chemical properties. Lithium (Li) is in Group 1 (alkali metals). Sodium (Na) and Potassium (K) are also in Group 1. Beryllium (Be) is in Group 2 (alkaline - earth metals), and Fluorine (F) is in Group 17 (halogens).

Answer:

B. Potassium (K), C. Sodium (Na)