Chemistry Exam Review

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What is the arrangement of elements in the periodic table?

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Elements are arranged in order of increasing atomic number.

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Which element has the highest atomic mass?

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Uranium (U) has the highest atomic mass.

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What group in the periodic table contains the alkali metals?

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Group 1 contains the alkali metals.

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What is the name of the compound Mn2(SO3)3?

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The compound is called manganese (III) sulfite.

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What are the outermost electrons in an atom called?

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The outermost electrons are called valence electrons.

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What is the atomic number of an element?

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The atomic number is the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom.

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What is the significance of the periodic table?

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The periodic table organizes elements based on their properties and atomic structure.

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What are transition metals?

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Transition metals are elements found in groups 3-12 of the periodic table, known for their ability to form variable oxidation states.

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What is an ion?

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An ion is an atom or molecule that has gained or lost one or more electrons, resulting in a net charge.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons between atoms, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons.