Periodic Table of the Elements

Front

Who is known for arranging the elements in the periodic table and leaving blank spaces for undiscovered elements?

Back

Mendeleev

Front

What are the horizontal rows on the periodic table called?

Back

Periods

Front

How many valence electrons does Beryllium have?

Back

2

Front

What is the electron configuration for Zinc?

Back

1s2 2s2 2p6 3s2 3p6 4s2 3d10

Front

Where on the periodic table are elements with the highest ionization energies found?

Back

Top right

Front

What are the vertical columns on the periodic table called?

Back

Groups or Families

Front

What is the significance of the atomic number in the periodic table?

Back

It represents the number of protons in an atom's nucleus and determines the element's identity.

Front

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

Back

Atomic radius increases as you move down a group.

Front

What is the general trend of electronegativity across a period from left to right?

Back

Electronegativity increases from left to right across a period.

Front

What is the difference between metals and nonmetals in the periodic table?

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Metals are typically good conductors of heat and electricity, while nonmetals are poor conductors.