answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

Because within a group, the elements all have the same number of valence electrons, so their "combining power" (oxidation number) is relatively the same. In a period, the number of valence electrons increases going left to right, so the "combining power" changes.

User Avatar

Wiki User

6y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: Why the oxidation states vary in a periodic but remains almost constant in a group?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

What is the oxidation number for H?

The oxidation number for H is almost always 1+.


With aid of diagram explain why magnetic flux of transformer remains almost constant from no-load to full load?

since the volt amphere turns in secondary neautralises the primary voltamphere turns making the magnetic flux in the core remain constant


What is the oxidation number of H in AsH3?

The oxidation number of hydrogen is almost always 1 and should be so in AsH3.


Oxidation numbers for H2PO4-?

In H2PO4-, oxygen has the formal oxidation number -2, phosphorus has the formal oxidation number +5, and hydrogen has the formal oxidation number +1. The formal oxidation numbers for oxygen in almost all oxyanions and for hydrogen in almost all acid anions have these values, so that the remaining element can be assigned a formal oxidation number by the requirement of satisfying the total electrical charge if any shown in the formula.


How is the oxidation number related to the bond type?

its almost as the oxidation number rules you need to follow certain rules to determine the bond


Why is the glomerular capillary bed unusual?

unlike other capillaries glomerulus is connected to arterioles on both sides.It's pressure is higher than that of other capillaries and remains almost constant throughout the length of the capillaries.


Are the majority of elements in the periodic table metals or gases?

Almost all of the elements in the periodic table are solids.


Where can rust grow?

rust or oxidation can form on almost any metal surface


What is saturation region in general?

Saturation region is one in which the output current is independent of the input and remains almost constant. Hence, MOSFETs in saturation are modeled as current sources( whose current is independent of voltage across it)


Is science almost done with the periodic table?

Science is dependent on periodic table. It makes the study of elements easier.


Chemical formula for silver chloride?

Silver almost always has an oxidation state of 1+ and Chlorine an oxidation state of 1-. Therefore, silver chloride has a simple formula of AgCl.


Please fill this blank Almost all the digital signals are Options1 Periodic Option 2 A-periodic?

Signals are aperiodic because they are not repetitive.