6 Questions
What do the main group elements fill to complete their electron configurations?
their s and p valence orbitals
What is the characteristic of the alkali metals and alkaline earths?
Having high ability to conduct heat and electricity
What is plotted in Figure 8.1?
Electrical resistivities of the solid main group elements
Why are metals good conductors of electricity?
Because they contain valence electrons that are relatively free to move
What are the elements along a rough diagonal from boron to polonium designated as?
Metalloids or semimetals
What is the purpose of the last digit in the group numbers?
To determine the number of valence electrons
Learn about the electron configuration of main group elements, their properties and characteristics, ranging from metallic to nonmetallic. Understand the alkali metals and alkaline earths, and their abilities to conduct heat and electricity.
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