STAAR Review: Periodic Table

Front

An element has a metallic-gray appearance and properties of both a metal and a nonmetal. In which section of the periodic table would the element most likely be found?

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Section 3

Front

All of the following elements are metals except: xenon, lithium, radium, magnesium.

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xenon

Front

An atom of an element contains 20 protons. What is the identity of the element?

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Calcium

Front

Elements are arranged in the Periodic Table based on their properties in a particular order. Which of the following correctly identifies the period and group of the elements listed?

Back

Front

Which of the following tables would be used to correctly describe the difference between metals and non-metals? (6.6A)

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Front

If an element is shiny, can be hammered into thin sheets, and is a good conductor of electricity, what type of element is it?

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a metal

Front

Which of the following elements is MOST reactive? Fr, Ca, O, Ba

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Fr

Front

Which statement accurately describes the atoms of a specific element?

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A zinc‚ Zn‚ atom contains 30 protons inside the nucleus and 30 electrons outside the nucleus.

Front

How many valence electrons are in an atom of each element in Group 15 in the periodic table?

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5

Front

A shiny solid element that conducts electricity and heat, and can be bent and flattened. Which group on the periodic table could it NOT belong to? Options: Group 2, Group 8, Group 12, Group 18.

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Group 18