Question

properties of four elements were determined and the location of each element on the periodic table of elements was identified as shown in the chart below.

element	chemically reactive	conducts electricity	location on periodic table
x	no	yes	right side
y	yes	no	right side
z	yes	no	left side

which is most likely the element chlorine (cl)?
a. element w
b. element x
c. element y
d. element z

Explanation:

Chlorine (Cl) is a non - metal. Non - metals are chemically reactive, do not conduct electricity well, and are located on the right side of the periodic table. Element Y has these characteristics.

Answer:

C. Element Y