Periodic Table Review

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What is the primary use of the elements in the actinide series of elements?

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Fuel for Nuclear Reactors

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How many periods are there in the periodic table?

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7

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What are nonmetals known for in terms of conductivity?

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Nonmetals are poor conductors and are good insulators.

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What does luster refer to in metals?

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Luster refers to the shininess of a metal.

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What is the periodic table?

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A chart of elements arranged in rows and columns according to their physical and chemical properties.

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What are the two main categories of elements in the periodic table?

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Metals and Nonmetals.

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What is the atomic number of an element?

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The number of protons in the nucleus of an atom.

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What is the significance of the groups in the periodic table?

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Elements in the same group have similar chemical properties.

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What is a metalloid?

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An element that has properties of both metals and nonmetals.

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What is the most abundant element in the universe?

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Hydrogen.