Question

Scientists can make atoms of large elements which have not been previously known. Identify an element that would have similar properties to an atom that has 118 protons.

Answer 1

Answer:

Radon

Explanation:

One element that will have similar property as an atom with 118 protons is Radon because it will belong to the p-block and the noble gas group.

The element will follow atomic number 117 which is already in the 7th group on the periodic table.

• Generally, on the periodic table, elements in the same group will have the same chemical property.
• The valency of most elements determines their chemical behavior.
• Since our mystery element is in the 8th group, noble gas group, it will mostly behave like any of the elements in the group.