Questions and Answers
What elements are included in Group 1A, the alkali metals?
Which of the following elements are classified as halogens?
What is the role of metalloids in comparison to metals and nonmetals?
Metalloids are between metals and nonmetals, being better conductors than nonmetals but not as good as metals.
Match the following elements with their classifications:
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Select all of the nonmetals from Group 5A.
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An atom is the smallest particle of an ______ that retains the characteristics of that element.
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What is the conclusion of Rutherford's gold foil experiment?
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What is the atomic number equal to?
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How do you calculate the number of neutrons in an atom?
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How many protons does an atom of lead (Pb) have?
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What is the mass number of an atom of lead (Pb) with 82 protons?
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In a neutral atom, what is the relationship between the number of protons and electrons?
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What is a macromineral's role in the human body?
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Study Notes
Alkali Metals
- Group 1A includes lithium (Li), sodium (Na), potassium (K), rubidium (Rb), and cesium (Cs).
Halogens
- Group 7A consists of chlorine (Cl), bromine (Br), and iodine (I).
Metals, Nonmetals, and Metalloids
- A heavy zigzag line divides metals (left) from nonmetals (right), with metalloids found along the line.
Characteristics of Metals, Nonmetals, and Metalloids
- Metals: Shiny, ductile, good conductors of heat and electricity.
- Nonmetals: Dull, brittle, poor conductors, serve as good insulators.
- Metalloids: Intermediate conductivity; used as semiconductors and insulators.
Identification of Elements
- Sodium is a metal, chlorine is a nonmetal, silicon is a metalloid, iron is a metal, carbon is a nonmetal.
Classification of Elements
- Metals in Group 4A include tin (Sn) and lead (Pb).
- Nonmetals in Group 5A are nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P).
- Metalloids in Group 4A include silicon (Si) and germanium (Ge).
Chemistry Link to Health
- 20 elements are essential for human well-being, with four (oxygen, carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen) constituting 96% of body mass.
- Macrominerals (Ca, P, K, Cl, S, Na, Mg) are crucial for bone health, muscle function, and cellular metabolism.
The Atom
- The smallest particle of an element that retains its unique characteristics is an atom.
Dalton's Atomic Theory
- Atoms are tiny particles; those of an element are identical, and they combine to form compounds.
- Atoms rearrange during chemical reactions but are not created or destroyed.
Electrical Charges in an Atom
- Atoms contain subatomic particles: protons (+), electrons (-), and neutrons (neutral).
- Like charges repel; opposite charges attract.
Rutherford's Gold Foil Experiment
- Positively charged particles aimed at gold atoms were mostly transmitted through but occasionally deflected.
- Concluded the existence of a dense, positively charged nucleus.
Structure of the Atom
- Consists of a nucleus (protons and neutrons) with electrons residing in a large space around it.
Atomic Number and Mass Number
- All atoms of an element share the same number of protons, defining the atomic number.
Atomic Number
- Specifies the number of protons and appears above the element symbol in the periodic table.
Atomic Number Equals Protons
- Atomic number indicates the number of protons in an atom (e.g., H has 1, C has 6, Cu has 29).
Neutral Atoms
- In neutral atoms, the number of protons equals the number of electrons, providing a net charge of zero.
Elements and Atomic Characteristics
- For nitrogen (N), zinc (Zn), and sulfur (S), use the periodic table to determine atomic number and count protons and electrons.
Mass Number
- Represents the total of protons and neutrons in the nucleus; always a whole number not shown in periodic tables.
Study Tips on Protons and Neutrons
- Use atomic number to identify protons; calculate neutrons as mass number minus atomic number.
Lead (Pb) Atomic Composition
- An atom of lead with a mass number of 207 has 82 protons, 125 neutrons (207 - 82), and 82 electrons, maintaining neutrality.
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Test your knowledge on the classification of elements, including alkali metals, halogens, and their properties. This quiz covers the characteristics and examples of metals, nonmetals, and metalloids, enhancing your understanding of periodic table groups. Perfect for chemistry students and enthusiasts alike!
