Periodic Table Basics

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What type of element makes up most of the periodic table?

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Metals

Front

How many electrons can the first energy shell hold?

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2

Front

What is the name of the element with the symbol 'Na'?

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Sodium

Front

What is the chemical symbol for Lithium?

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Li

Front

What are the rows on the periodic table called?

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Periods

Front

What are the columns on the periodic table called?

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Groups or Families

Front

What is the atomic number of an element?

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The number of protons in the nucleus of an atom.

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What is the difference between metals and nonmetals?

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Metals are typically shiny, conductive, and malleable, while nonmetals are dull, insulative, and brittle.

Front

What is a metalloid?

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An element that has properties of both metals and nonmetals.

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What is the significance of the periodic table's arrangement?

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Elements are arranged by increasing atomic number and grouped by similar chemical properties.