Investigative Study of Relationship of Chemical Characteristics of Group V Elements and Electron Structure

Year : 2025 | Volume : 15 | Issue : 02 | Page : 39 45
    By

    Ukpaka Chukwuemeka Peter,

  • Joy Chukwuemeka Peter Ukpaka,

  • Victor Chukwuemeka Ukpaka,

  • Abraham Peter Ukpaka,

  1. Professor, Department of Chemical/Petrochemical Engineering, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
  2. Research Student, College of Allied Medical Sciences, Department of Pharmacy, Lyceum of the Philippines University, Cavite, Phillipines
  3. Student, College of Engineering, Computer Studies and Architecture, Department of Industrial Engineering, Lyceum of the Philippines University,, Cavite, Phillipines
  4. Research Student, College of Engineering, Computer Studies and Architecture, Department of Computer Engineering, Lyceum of the Philippines University, Cavite, Phillipines

Abstract

Understanding the chemical properties of Group V elements through their electron configurations deepens our comprehension of periodic trends. Transitioning from nitrogen to bismuth, we observe a shift from non-metals to metalloids and then to metals, a change driven by the progression of electron shell and orbital filling. This insight is crucial for forecasting and elucidating the varied chemical behaviors and uses of Group V elements, thereby aiding developments in chemistry and materials science. As one moves down the group, the complexity of electron structures increases, influencing their chemical behavior. Arsenic and antimony exhibit both metallic and non-metallic characteristics, serving as a bridge between metalloids and non-metals. Their electron arrangements allow for a variety of oxidation states and a tendency to form multiple types of compounds. Group V elements show a shift from non-metals to metals due to electron shell changes. Arsenic and antimony bridge the gap with both metallic and non-metallic traits. Their electron structures enable multiple oxidation states and diverse compound formation, influencing their chemical behavior and applications in materials science.

Keywords: Study, relationship, chemical characteristics, group V elements

[This article belongs to Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering ]

How to cite this article:
Ukpaka Chukwuemeka Peter, Joy Chukwuemeka Peter Ukpaka, Victor Chukwuemeka Ukpaka, Abraham Peter Ukpaka. Investigative Study of Relationship of Chemical Characteristics of Group V Elements and Electron Structure. Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering. 2025; 15(02):39-45.
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Ukpaka Chukwuemeka Peter, Joy Chukwuemeka Peter Ukpaka, Victor Chukwuemeka Ukpaka, Abraham Peter Ukpaka. Investigative Study of Relationship of Chemical Characteristics of Group V Elements and Electron Structure. Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering. 2025; 15(02):39-45. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/jomme/article=2025/view=233441


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Volume 15
Issue 02
Received 19/03/2025
Accepted 29/03/2025
Published 10/04/2025
Publication Time 22 Days
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