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How does metallic character of elements vary on moving from :
(i) Left to right in a period ?
(ii) From top to bottom in a group ?
Give reasons for your answers.

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(i) Decreases, due to decrease in tendency to lose electrons.
Increases, due to increase in tendency to lose electrons.
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