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A black coloured element with $\mathrm{ns}^2 \mathrm{np}^1$ outer electronic configuration cannot react with air in its crystalline form. However, in amorphous form, it gives an oxide in air which is acidic in nature. Identify the element.
Chemistryp Block Elements (Group 13 & 14)TS EAMCETTS EAMCET 2022 (20 Jul Shift 2)
Options:
  • A Boron
  • B Aluminium
  • C Gallium
  • D Indium
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Boron
'B' does not react with air in its crystalline form. It has electronic configuration $1 \mathrm{~s}^2 2 \mathrm{~s}^2 2 \mathrm{p}^1$.

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