29. Element X has five valence electrons, element Y has one valence electron, and element Z has one valence electron. Which two of these elements are most likely to have similar properties? Explain your answer.

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Answer:

element Y and Z

Explanation:

Having on valence electron indicates that these elements are on the same column/group of the periodic table. Both these elements will bond with a -1 charge.

Answer:

The answer to your question is: Elements Y and Z

Explanation:

Elements have similar properties if they are located in the same group. Elements in the same group have the same valence number.

Element X     5 valence electrons

Element Y     1 valence electrons

Element Z      1 valence electrons