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Which group on the periodic table contains elements that are commonly used as oxidizing agents?
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Periodic Table: Group Names
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Which of the following is the correct name for the elements in Group 17 of the periodic table?
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Transition metals
B
Noble gases
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Alkali metals
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Halogens
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Identify the group number of the elements in question, which is Group 17 on the periodic table.
Recall the common names assigned to each group in the periodic table: Group 1 are Alkali metals, Group 18 are Noble gases, and Group 17 are known as Halogens.
Understand that Halogens are a family of nonmetal elements characterized by their high reactivity and include elements like fluorine, chlorine, bromine, iodine, and astatine.
Recognize that Transition metals are found in the d-block (Groups 3-12) and are not related to Group 17 elements.
Conclude that the correct name for the elements in Group 17 is Halogens, based on their position and chemical properties.
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