The element with atomic number 14 is hard and forms acidic oxide and a covalent halide. To which of the following categories does the element belong? (a) Metal (b) Metalloid (c) Non-metal Left-hand side element
ScienceClass 10CBSEAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer
- Soln:
Answer is (b) Metalloid
Explanation:
Element with atomic no. 14 is Silicon and is a metalloid. It forms acidic oxide , thus behaving as a non- metal and also forms covalent halide, thus acting as a metal.