The element with electron configuration 1s2 2s2 2p 6 3s2 3p1 belongs to?

A. s-block period 3, group 1
B. p-block, period 3, group 2
C. s-block, period 3, group 3
D. p-block, period 3, group 3

Correct Answer: Option D

D. p-block, period 3, group 3