Question

use the periodic table to answer the question. based on location in the periodic table, which element has chemical properties that are most similar to iodine (i)? (1 point) ○ fluorine (f) ○ xenon (xe) ○ calcium (ca) ○ selenium (se)

Explanation:

Elements in the same group (vertical column) of the periodic table have similar chemical properties. Iodine (I) is in Group 17 (halogens). Fluorine (F) is also in Group 17. Xenon (Xe) is in Group 18 (noble gases), calcium (Ca) is in Group 2 (alkaline earth metals), and selenium (Se) is in Group 16. So, fluorine has chemical properties most similar to iodine.

Answer:

A. fluorine (F)