Periodic Trends

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What happens to atomic size as you move down the periodic table?

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Atoms tend to get bigger because they have more energy levels.

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What happens to atomic size as you move across a period in the periodic table?

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Atoms tend to get smaller.

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Which element is more electronegative: K, Rb, Cl, or B?

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Cl is more electronegative.

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What are the vertical columns of elements on the periodic table called?

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They are called groups.

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Why do atoms get smaller as you move across the periodic table?

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Atoms get smaller because they have more protons.

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What is the trend in electronegativity as you move across a period?

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Electronegativity increases as you move across a period.

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What is the trend in ionization energy as you move down a group?

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Ionization energy decreases as you move down a group.

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What is the trend in atomic radius as you move from left to right across a period?

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Atomic radius decreases from left to right across a period.

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What is the significance of the periodic law?

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The periodic law states that the properties of elements are a periodic function of their atomic numbers.

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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.