Question

part 2 of 3
classify the element in period 2 and group 16. check all that apply.
noble gas
halogen
transition metal
main - group element
alkali metal
metalloid
alkaline earth metal
metal
nonmetal
none of the above

part 3 of 3
write the element name for the element in period 2 and group 16.

Explanation:

The element in period 2 and group 16 is oxygen. Oxygen is a non - metal and a main - group element. Main - group elements are in groups 1, 2 and 13 - 18 of the periodic table. Non - metals are elements that tend to gain electrons in chemical reactions. Oxygen is not a noble gas, halogen, transition metal, alkali metal, metalloid, alkaline earth metal, or metal.

Answer:

Part 2 of 3: main - group element, nonmetal
Part 3 of 3: Oxygen