Periodic Table

Front

What is the group name of the most reactive metals?

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Alkali metals

Front

Why are halogens so reactive?

Back

They only need one more electron.

Front

Which element is a halogen?

Back

Chlorine.

Front

What do elements in the same column of the periodic table have in common?

Back

They have the same number of valence electrons.

Front

What type of element is Silicon?

Back

Silicon is a metalloid.

Front

What are the main groups of the periodic table?

Back

Alkali metals, alkaline earth metals, transition metals, halogens, noble gases.

Front

What is the significance of valence electrons in chemical bonding?

Back

Valence electrons determine how an element will bond with others.

Front

What are noble gases known for?

Back

Noble gases are known for being inert and having a full valence shell.

Front

What is the periodic trend for reactivity in alkali metals?

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Reactivity increases as you move down the group.

Front

What is a characteristic property of metalloids?

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Metalloids have properties of both metals and nonmetals.