Periodic table groups and periods

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What direction do periods on the periodic table go?

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Periods go side to side.

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What are the elements in the section of the periodic table known as Metalloids?

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Metalloids are elements that have properties of both metals and nonmetals.

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Where are nonmetals located on the periodic table?

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Nonmetals are located on the right side of the periodic table.

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Which group of elements does not react with other elements to form compounds?

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Noble gases do not react because they have a full valence shell.

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Where are metals located on the periodic table?

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Metals are located on the left side of the periodic table.

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What is the significance of the valence shell in determining an element's reactivity?

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The valence shell determines how an element will react with others; a full valence shell means the element is stable and less reactive.

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What are alkali metals and where are they found on the periodic table?

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Alkali metals are found in Group 1 and are highly reactive.

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What are transition metals?

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Transition metals are elements found in Groups 3-12, known for their ability to form various oxidation states.

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What are halogens and where are they located?

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Halogens are found in Group 17 and are very reactive nonmetals.

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What is the periodic law?

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The periodic law states that the properties of elements are a periodic function of their atomic numbers.