Chem- 20% Review - Electron Config & PT Structure

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What is the electron configuration for a neutral Sulfur atom?

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[Ne] 3s² 3p⁴

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Name the group of metals that includes gold, iron, and copper.

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Transition Metals

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What is the significance of valence electrons in chemical bonding?

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Valence electrons determine how an atom can bond with other atoms.

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How do you determine the atomic radius trend in the periodic table?

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Atomic radius increases down a group and decreases across a period.

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Which element is located in period 4, group 2 of the periodic table?

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Calcium

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What is the shorthand notation for electron configuration?

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It uses the nearest noble gas to simplify the representation of electron arrangements.

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What are the main characteristics of transition metals?

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They are good conductors of heat and electricity, have high melting points, and can form various oxidation states.

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How many valence electrons does an element in group 16 have?

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6 valence electrons.

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What is the trend in ionization energy across a period?

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Ionization energy increases across a period due to increasing nuclear charge.

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What is the electron configuration for a neutral Calcium atom?

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[Ar] 4s²