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Which is the first element on the periodic table?

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RRB NTPC 2019 CBT 1 Question Paper (8-Mar-2021) (Shift 2)
The correct answer is
Hydrogen

Periodic Table First Element Identification

The periodic table organizes chemical elements based on their atomic number, electron configuration, and recurring chemical properties. It starts with the element having the lowest atomic number.

Identifying the First Element

The atomic number of an element is determined by the number of protons in its nucleus. The element with the smallest atomic number is considered the first element in the periodic table.

Hydrogen (symbol H) has an atomic number of 1, meaning its nucleus contains one proton.

Conclusion

Based on its atomic number of 1, Hydrogen is recognized as the first element on the periodic table.

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