Periodic Table Do Now

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What is the name of group 1 on the periodic table?

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Alkali metals

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What are groups 3 - 12 on the periodic table called?

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Transition metals

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What is the name of group 17 on the periodic table?

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Halogens

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What are the elements along the zig-zag staircase line on the periodic table called?

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Metalloids

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What is the name of group 18 on the periodic table?

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Noble gases

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What are the properties of alkali metals?

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They are highly reactive, especially with water, and have one electron in their outer shell.

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What distinguishes transition metals from other groups?

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They have variable oxidation states and can form colored compounds.

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What are halogens known for?

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They are highly reactive nonmetals and have seven electrons in their outer shell.

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What are metalloids?

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Elements that have properties of both metals and nonmetals, found along the zig-zag line.

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What are noble gases characterized by?

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They are inert gases with a full outer shell of electrons, making them very stable.