Ch. 6 The Periodic Table

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What is an alkali metal?

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Alkali metals are a group of elements found in Group 1 of the periodic table. They are highly reactive and include lithium, sodium, potassium, rubidium, cesium, and francium.

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Which element is an alkali metal?

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Sodium (Na) is an alkali metal.

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What do atoms in the same group of the periodic table have in common?

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Atoms of elements in the same group have the same number of valence electrons.

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Where are alkali metals located in the periodic table?

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Alkali metals are located in the left-most column (Group 1) of the periodic table.

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What is the most common type of element in the periodic table?

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Most elements in the periodic table are metals.

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What determines the order of elements in the periodic table?

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The order of elements in the periodic table is based on the number of protons in the nucleus.

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What are valence electrons?

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Valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost shell of an atom that are involved in chemical bonding.

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What is the significance of the periodic table?

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The periodic table organizes elements based on their atomic number, electron configuration, and recurring chemical properties.

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What are nonmetals?

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Nonmetals are elements that typically lack the properties of metals. They are found on the right side of the periodic table.

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What are metalloids?

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Metalloids are elements that have properties of both metals and nonmetals. They are found along the zig-zag line on the periodic table.