Periodic Table Trends

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How many elements are on the periodic table?

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There are 118 elements on the periodic table.

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True or False: Most elements on the periodic table are metals.

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True

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Where are most metals located on the periodic table?

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Most metals are located on the left side and in the middle of the periodic table.

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Which element has the highest electronegativity?

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Chlorine (Cl) has the highest electronegativity.

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NGSS.HS-PS1-2

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What are the columns in a Periodic Table called?

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The columns in a Periodic Table are called Groups and Families.

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What is the atomic number of an element?

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The atomic number is the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom.

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What trend is observed in atomic radius across a period?

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Atomic radius decreases from left to right across a period.

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What trend is observed in electronegativity down a group?

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Electronegativity decreases as you move down a group.

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What are periods in the periodic table?

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Periods are the horizontal rows in the periodic table.

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What is the significance of the zig-zag line on the periodic table?

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The zig-zag line separates metals from nonmetals.