Which of the following is accurate in describing the placement and classification of iodine? a. iodine is located in period 5, group 17 and is classified as a nonmetal. b. iodine is located in period 7, group 6 and is classified as a metal. c. iodine is located in period 17, group 5 and is classified as a nonmetal. d. iodine is located in period 6, group 7 and is classified as a metal.

The correct answer is Option A.

Explanation:

Iodine is the 53rd element of the periodic table. The number of electrons present in this element are 53.

The electronic configuration of this element =

As, the electrons are filled in the orbitals having n = 5. So, it is present in Period 5.

And, the number of valence electrons of this element is 7. So, it is present in Group 17.

Hence, the correct answer is Option A.

the correct option is option a

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