What Group of Elements Does the Shaded Area in the Following

question 216

Multiple Choice

What group of elements does the shaded area in the following periodic table indicate?

• A)gases
• B)metals
• C)nonmetals
• D)semimetals

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Definitions:

Nociceptors

Sensory receptors found throughout the body that respond to potentially harmful stimuli by sending pain signals to the nervous system.

Chemicals

Substances with a distinct molecular composition that are used in or produced by chemical processes.

Damaged Cells

Cells that have been impaired in function or structure due to injury from physical, chemical, or biological agents.

Rotational Equilibrium

A state wherein an object remains in balance while rotating, meaning the net torque acting on it is zero.