Question

based on this information, which one of the following elements has physical and chemical properties most similar to carbon (c)?
krypton (kr)
germanium (ge)
hydrogen (h)
potassium (k)

Explanation:

Step1: Recall the periodic table's property

Elements in the same group (vertical column) have similar chemical properties.

Step2: Locate Carbon (C)

Carbon (C) is in group 14.

Step3: Check each option

• Krypton (Kr) is in group 18 (noble gases).
• Germanium (Ge) is in group 14.
• Hydrogen (H) is in group 1.
• Potassium (K) is in group 1.

Answer:

Germanium (Ge)