Question

Which of the following statement is not true for the long form of the periodic table?

• A. It reflects the sequence of filling the electrons in the order of sub-energy levels s, p, d and f
• B. It helps to predict the stable oxidation states of the elements
• C. It reflects trends in physical and chemical properties of the elements
• D. It helps to predict the relative ionicity of the bonds between any two elements

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Stable oxidation states can't be predicted as oxidation state depends and changes from compound to compound.