Periodic Table Part 6 Pnictogens (N, P, As, Sb, Bi, Mc)

The video explores Group 15 of the periodic table, known as the pnictogens, including nitrogen, phosphorus, arsenic, antimony, bismuth, and moscovium. It covers their electron configurations, oxidation states, and trends in metallic character. The video discusses the abundance and occurrence of these elements, their structural characteristics, and their chemical reactions. It highlights the industrial and biological applications of these elements, as well as the toxicity of arsenic. The video concludes with a discussion on the uses of antimony and bismuth in various industries.

Which of the following elements in Group 15 is a metal?

• Nitrogen

• Arsenic

• Bismuth

• Phosphorus

What percentage of the Earth's atmosphere is composed of diatomic nitrogen?

• 21%

• 78%

• 50%

• 95%

Which element in Group 15 was first synthesized in 2003?

• Antimony

• Moscovium

• Bismuth

• Arsenic

Which allotrope of phosphorus is known for being highly flammable?

• Red phosphorus

• White phosphorus

• Black phosphorus

• Purple phosphorus

What is the primary industrial use of nitrogen?

• Semiconductor manufacturing

• Fertilizer production

• Battery production

• Glass making

Which Group 15 element is known for its use in the production of incendiary weapons?

• Bismuth

• Antimony

• Phosphorus

• Arsenic

What is the active ingredient in Pepto-Bismol that comes from a Group 15 element?

• Arsenic trioxide

• Bismuth subsalicylate

• Phosphorus pentoxide

• Antimony trichloride