High Five Facts - Periodic Table

The video presents five fascinating facts about the periodic table. It begins with an overview of periods, explaining how elements are arranged by atomic number. It then discusses Dmitri Mendeleev's creation of the table and his predictions. The video continues with a description of groups, highlighting noble gases and alkali metals. It explains element names and abbreviations, noting some are derived from Latin. Finally, it covers atomic structure and the practical uses of the periodic table, emphasizing its role in quickly finding atomic mass and chemical symbols.

How many periods are there in the periodic table?

• 7

• 8

• 6

• 5

Who is credited with creating the periodic table?

• Marie Curie

• Isaac Newton

• Dmitri Mendeleev

• Albert Einstein

Which group of elements is known for having a full outer shell of electrons?

• Alkali metals

• Halogens

• Noble gases

• Transition metals

What does the abbreviation 'Fe' stand for in the periodic table?

• Fluorine

• Iron

• Francium

• Fermium

What does an element's atomic number represent?

• Number of protons

• Number of electrons

• Number of isotopes

• Number of neutrons