Periodic Table Flashcard (Chem)

Front

What are families in the periodic table also known as?

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Groups

Front

How many periods are there in the periodic table?

Back

7

Front

What type of element is Aluminum?

Back

Metal

Front

If an atom has the same properties as fluorine (F), in which group would it be located?

Back

Group 17

Front

Which group of metals is the most reactive?

Back

Alkali Metals

Front

What is the term for the vertical columns in the periodic table?

Back

Groups

Front

What is the term for the horizontal rows in the periodic table?

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Periods

Front

What group contains the noble gases?

Back

Group 18

Front

What is the main characteristic of alkali metals?

Back

They are highly reactive and have one electron in their outer shell.

Front

What is the atomic number of an element?

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The number of protons in the nucleus of an atom.