Answer
(a) the essential nonmetals: C, N, O, P, H, Se, S, Cl, Fl & I
(b) metals: Ca and Mg
(c) the essential halide ions : Fluoride, Chloride and Iodide ions
(d) four essential transition metals : Fe, Cu, Cr and Zn
Work Step by Step
Looking at Figure 1.27 and comparing it with the periodic table, we find:
(a) the essential nonmetals: C, N, O, P, H, Se, S, Cl, Fl & I
(b) metals: Ca and Mg
(c) the essential halide ions : Fluoride, Chloride and Iodide ions
(d) four essential transition metals : Fe, Cu, Cr and Zn