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Group 15 elements are commonly known as....

Group `15` elements are commonly known as.

A

Halogens

B

Chalcogens

C

Pnicogens

D

Normal elements

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Identify the Group 15 Elements**: - The elements in Group 15 of the periodic table include Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P), Arsenic (As), Antimony (Sb), and Bismuth (Bi). 2. **Determine the Common Name**: - Group 15 elements are commonly referred to as "Nitrogen Family" or "Pnictogens". The term "Pnictogen" is derived from the Greek word "pnigein", which means "to choke" or "to stifle". 3. **Analyze the Options Given**: - The options provided are: Halogen, Chalogen, Nicogen, and Normal Element. - Halogens are Group 17 elements, Chalogens refer to Group 16 elements, and "Normal Element" is not a recognized term for any group. 4. **Select the Correct Answer**: - Among the options, "Nicogen" is a variation of the term "Pnictogen" and is used to refer to the nitrogen family. Therefore, the correct answer is "Nicogen". 5. **Conclusion**: - The Group 15 elements are commonly known as "Pnictogens" or "Nicogens". **Final Answer**: Group 15 elements are commonly known as "Pnictogens" or "Nicogens". ---
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  • Group 16 elements have lower value of first ionisation enthalpy as compared to group 15 elements because

    A
    half filled p-orbitals in group 15 elements are more stable
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    group 16 elements have smaller size than group 15 elements
    C
    group 16 elements contain double bond while group 15 elements have triple bond
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    group 16 elements have more number of electrons in p-orbitals.
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