Question

The Russian Chemist, Mendeleev, is remembered for organizing the elements into periodic table. He received many honours, the greatest of which is having an element named after him. Element Mendelevium.

• A. 100
• B. 101
• C. 102
• D. 103

Hint:

Mendelevium (Md) is an actinide with atomic number 101, named in honor of Dmitri Mendeleev.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Identifying the element.
Mendelevium (Md) is a synthetic element in the actinide series of the periodic table.
Step 2: Atomic number.
Mendelevium has an atomic number of 101.

Final Answer: \[ \boxed{101} \]