P block elements: Learn about the general trends

Learn about the general trends, properties and chemistry of p - block elements from boron to helium. Understand the influence of d and f orbitals, oxidation states, allotropy and compounds of group 13 and 14 elements . What are the p-Block Elements ? P block elements are those in which the last electron enters any of the three p -orbitals of their respective shells. Since a p -subshell has three degenerate p -orbitals each of which can accommodate two electrons, therefore in all there are six groups of p-block elements . Learn about the p block elements in chemistry. Discover which elements they are, their location, the electron configuration, and properties. Hydrides of p-Block Elements Definition of hydrides Hydrides is defined as the compounds formed when elements react with hydrogen to form the compounds. For example - N H 3, C H 4, N a H, B 2 H 6 etc In general it can be represented as M + H 2 g → hydride compound Note: Some hydrides may not be produced directly from the reaction of hydrogen with the element but can be produced by some other indirect methods. For example, Diborane is prepared from the reaction of sodium borohydride and ...