Assertion (A) The horizontal rows in the periodic table are called periods or Mendeleev's series.Reason (R) Elements having similar outer electronic configurations in their atoms are arranged in groups/families.

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Both A and R are correct; R is the correct explanation of A.

Both A and R are correct; and R is not the correct explanation of A.

A is correct; R is incorrect

R is correct; A is incorrect

answer is B.

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Elements are arranged in horizontal rows are called periods (Mendeleev's series) and having similar outer electronic configuration in their atoms are arranged in vertical columns known as groups or families.

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