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The elements oxygen and sulphur are call...

The elements oxygen and sulphur are called chalcogens because

A

their properties resemble with charcoal

B

their properties resemble not only with charcoal but also with halogens

C

these are ore forming elements

D

these combine with halogens.

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The correct Answer is:
C
Chalcogens mean ore forming elements because most of the ores are either oxides or sulphides.
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