Period Table Organization

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What does the periodic table represent?

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The periodic table represents repeating similarities or patterns in the properties of elements.

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What are the vertical columns on the periodic table called?

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The vertical columns on the periodic table are called groups.

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What is a characteristic of metals?

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Metals are shiny and good conductors of heat and electricity.

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What does the atomic number of an element indicate?

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The atomic number indicates the number of protons in an atom.

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Which group do the Alkaline Earth Metals belong to?

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The Alkaline Earth Metals belong to group 2.

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What are periods in the periodic table?

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Periods are the horizontal rows in the periodic table.

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What is the significance of the atomic mass of an element?

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The atomic mass is the weighted average mass of an element's isotopes.

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What are noble gases?

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Noble gases are elements in group 18 that are inert and do not readily react with other elements.

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What is the difference between metals and nonmetals?

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Metals are typically shiny, malleable, and good conductors, while nonmetals are dull, brittle, and poor conductors.

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What are transition metals?

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Transition metals are elements found in groups 3-12 that have variable oxidation states and form colored compounds.