Module 17 Elements and Their Properties

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Which group contains the most active nonmetals?

Back

Group 17 (Halogens) contains the most active nonmetals.

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What does it mean if a substance is malleable?

Back

A malleable substance can be hammered or rolled into sheets.

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In which group is Lead (Pb) found?

Back

Lead is found in Group 14.

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Which element has properties most similar to Lithium (Li)?

Back

Sodium (Na) has properties most similar to Lithium.

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Which element is the most reactive among Beryllium, Calcium, Strontium, and Radium?

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Radium is the most reactive.

Front

What are the properties of nonmetals?

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Nonmetals are typically poor conductors of heat and electricity, and they are not malleable or ductile.

Front

What is the definition of ductility?

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Ductility is the ability of a substance to be drawn into a wire.

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What are the main characteristics of metals?

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Metals are usually shiny, good conductors of heat and electricity, malleable, and ductile.

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What is the significance of the periodic table groups?

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Elements in the same group have similar chemical properties and the same number of valence electrons.

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What is a characteristic of noble gases?

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Noble gases (Group 18) are inert and do not readily react with other elements.