Why might two elements possess similar chemical properties?

a. they belong to the same group of the periodic table.
b. they have the same physical state.
c. they have similar physical properties.
d. they belong to the same period of the periodic table.

4. if a cell is placed inside a solution that has a higher concentration of solute than on the inside of the cell, what can be said about the movement of water? a. water will move out of the cell, causing it to shrivel. b. water will move in and out of the cell at the same rate. c. water will move out of the cell, causing it to swell. d. water will move into the cell, causing it to swell.