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They all have 6 valence electrons and typically form -2 ions (although others are possible). They are called the chalcogens or oxygen family.

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What are the elements of Group 16?

chalcogens


What does group 16 on the periodic table of elements have the same number of?

Group 16 elements have same number of valence electrons i.e. 6 . It has charge of 2-.


Why was group sixteen of the periodic table of elements never named?

It does have a name. Group 16 elements are called "chalcogens".


What group on the periodic table gains two electrons?

Group 16 elements.


What are bridge and typical elements in modern periodic table?

Bridge elements are elements which show similarities in properties diagonally with the period of the next group. Eg:- Li -> Mg


What is the group name that contains sulfur selenium tellurium and polonium?

Group 16 of the periodic table of the elements (chalcogens elements)


What group of elements attains stability by gaining electron?

Group 17 and group 16 in general.


Which group in the periodic table of elements mean ore former?

group 16 or The Chalcogens group.


Why do all elements in group 16 share property?

All elements in group 16 share similar properties because their valence shells all contain the s2p4 electron configuration.


Why do elements in group 16 share similar properties?

All elements in group 16 share similar properties because their valence shells all contain the s2p4 electron configuration.


What are the similarities between the elements in group 0 in the periodic table?

In the Period Table of the Elements, there are 18 groups, Groups 1-18.Group 0 does not exist.


How would you compare and contrast the elements in group 1 and group 7 in the periodic table?

By listing their collective and individual properties, pointing out similarities and differences.