Question
Hassium belongs to the __ block of the periodic table. a d b f C S d p
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Answer
### a. d
Explanation
## Step 1: Identify Element Hassium in the Periodic Table### Hassium is a synthetic element with the symbol Hs and atomic number 108.## Step 2: Determine the Block of the Periodic Table### The periodic table is divided into blocks (s, p, d, f) based on the electron configuration. Elements in the 'd-block' include those in groups 3-12.## Step 3: Classify Hassium### As a member of group 8 and period 7, hassium lies in the 'd-block' characterized by the filling of the
orbitals.