Question

All samples tested are in what is called Group 14; elements are placed in the same group because

they share similar features and structure. In observing the samples, what similar features do you
notice in the samples? What differences do you notice? How can you explain these similarities and
differences in light of these samples' periodic properties (for example, atomic number and group
number)? Record any instances where you may have seen or heard about these samples being used
in everyday life. (5 points)

Answer 1

Answer: Group 14 is the carbon family. The five members are carbon, silicon, germanium, tin, and lead. All four of these of have four electrons in their most energy level. Of the Group 14 elements, only carbon and silicon form bonds as non-metals.

The carbon group elements (Group 14), with four electrons, occupy a middle position. ... In general, if a metal loses its few valence electrons to a nonmetal, the resulting oppositely charged ions are attracted to one another and form a bond, classified as ionic or electrovalent.

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