2.4 - Periodic Table & Trends

Front

What family of elements is characterized by being soft, silvery, and very reactive with water?

Back

Alkali Metals

Front

What is the name of the group of elements that are found in the second column of the periodic table and are less reactive than alkali metals?

Back

Alkaline Earth Metals

Front

Where are metalloids located on the periodic table?

Back

On and around the stair step.

Front

What are the elements in the d-block of the periodic table commonly known as?

Back

Transition Metals

Front

What does the purple section of the periodic table represent?

Back

Lanthanide Series

Front

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

Back

Reactivity increases down the group.

Front

What is the primary characteristic of noble gases?

Back

They are inert and do not readily react with other elements.

Front

Which group of elements is known for having a full outer electron shell?

Back

Noble Gases

Front

What is the significance of the stair-step line on the periodic table?

Back

It separates metals from nonmetals and indicates the location of metalloids.

Front

What are the properties of transition metals?

Back

They are typically hard, have high melting points, and can form various oxidation states.