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Element X , i n Perio d 3 , ha s th e followin g properties. ● It s oxid e ha s a gian t structure. ● I t form s covalen t bond s wit h chlorine. ● Its oxide will neutralise H C l (aq). What is element X ?

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Silicon.

It is in Group 4 and Group 4 can undergo both covalent or ionic bonding.
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