Question

Consider the elements in the periodic table. The stair-step line between the pink squares and the yellow squares separates the ___________ (pink) from the _____________ (yellow).

A) gases; solids
B) metals; nonmetals
C) nonmetals; metals
D) reactive; nonreactive

Answer 1

Answer: Option (B) is the correct answer.

Step-by-step explanation:

The stair-step line in periodic table usually separates metals from non-metals. On the left side of this line metals are placed which are represented by pink squares in this case.

Whereas on the right side, non-metals are placed which are represented by yellow squares in this case.

Thus, we can conclude that the stair-step line between the pink squares and the yellow squares separates the metals (pink) from the non-metals (yellow).

Answer 2

I believe the correct answer from the choices listed above is option B. The stair-step line between the pink squares and the yellow squares separates the metals from the nonmetals. Hope this answers the question. Have a nice day.