Groups of the periodic table

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What is the element found in Group 2, Period 3 of the periodic table?

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Magnesium (Mg)

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What properties would an element have if it is a shiny, gray-colored solid at room temperature, conducts electricity, and dents when hit with a hammer?

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It would likely be aluminum (Al).

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What are the elements in groups 3B - 12B on the periodic table called?

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Transition metals.

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What is the name of the group that contains the elements Argon (Ar) and Krypton (Kr)?

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Noble Gases.

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How many valence electrons do alkaline earth metals have?

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They have 2 valence electrons.

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What is the general characteristic of metals in the periodic table?

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They are typically shiny, malleable, ductile, and good conductors of heat and electricity.

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What is the main difference between alkali metals and alkaline earth metals?

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Alkali metals have 1 valence electron, while alkaline earth metals have 2 valence electrons.

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Which group of the periodic table contains the most reactive nonmetals?

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Group 17, known as the Halogens.

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What is the significance of the periodic table's group number?

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The group number indicates the number of valence electrons in the elements of that group.

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What are the characteristics of noble gases?

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Noble gases are colorless, odorless, and inert, meaning they do not readily react with other elements.