The document summarizes properties of various p-block elements including boron, aluminum, carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, sulfur, selenium, tellurium and the halogens. It describes their occurrence in nature, production, physical and chemical properties, and important industrial uses. Boron is used in glass and ceramics. Aluminum is the most abundant metal and used widely in transportation and packaging due to its properties. Carbon exists in different allotropes like diamond and graphite. Nitrogen and oxygen are important constituents of air and life. Sulfur is obtained from natural deposits and used to make sulfuric acid. The halogens exist as acids and salts.