Periodic Trends

Front

As you move down the periodic table, atoms get bigger because ____________.

Back

The atoms have more energy levels.

Front

The element with the lowest electronegativity in Period 3 is ____________.

Back

Na

Front

Which element has a lower ionization energy than Scandium (Sc)?

Back

Calcium (Ca)

Front

Which element has a higher electronegativity than arsenic (As)?

Back

Carbon (C)

Front

The common charge on an atom in group 17 would be ____________.

Back

-1

Front

What is electronegativity?

Back

Electronegativity is the tendency of an atom to attract electrons in a chemical bond.

Front

What trend is observed in ionization energy as you move across a period from left to right?

Back

Ionization energy generally increases.

Front

What is the trend in atomic radius as you move down a group in the periodic table?

Back

Atomic radius increases.

Front

What is the common charge of alkali metals (Group 1)?

Back

+1

Front

What is the trend in electronegativity as you move down a group in the periodic table?

Back

Electronegativity decreases.