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Tick out the odd combination

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Cu, Ag, Au
  2. Na, K, Rb
  3. Zn, Cd, Hg
  4. F, Si, I

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: F, Si, I

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: D. F, Si, I šŸ“š Explanation: In the periodic table, combinations like Cu-Ag-Au (Group 11) or Na-K-Rb (Group 1) consist of elements that belong to the same vertical column. These elements share very similar chemical properties. However, the set Fluorine (F), Silicon (Si), and Iodine (I) includes elements from completely different groups and periods. This makes it an 'odd' or inconsistent combination compared to the others.