Families of the periodic table

Front

What are the vertical columns on the periodic table called?

Back

Groups

Front

What is the atomic number of the alkali metal potassium?

Back

19

Front

Which element is classified as an alkaline earth metal?

Back

Calcium

Front

What color represents the halogens on the periodic table?

Back

Red

Front

What type of metal is gold (Au)?

Back

Transition Metal

Front

What are the horizontal rows on the periodic table called?

Back

Periods

Front

What is the atomic number of sodium (Na)?

Back

11

Front

Name one property of alkali metals.

Back

They are highly reactive and have one electron in their outer shell.

Front

What is the general trend in reactivity for alkali metals as you move down the group?

Back

Reactivity increases down the group.

Front

Which group of the periodic table contains the noble gases?

Back

Group 18