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The series of elements is given for metallic nature.

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The metallic nature of the elements is due to the loss of electrons. As the ionization energy of the elements increases, the metallic character decreases. As the ionization energy of the elements increases along the period, therefore, the metallic character decreases from left to right in the periodic table.

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