Which of the following statements is not a correct statement about the trends when going from left to right across the periods of periodic Table.

  • A

    The elements become less metallic in nature.

  • B

    The number of valence electrons increases.

  • C

    The atoms lose their electrons more easily.

  • D

    The oxides become more acidic.

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