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What are Groups/Families in the periodic table?
What are Periods in the periodic table?
Metals make up the majority of the periodic table.
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Which of the following is a property of metals?
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Which of the following describes nonmetals?
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What are Semi-Metals (Metalloids)?
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What defines Transition Metals?
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What are Noble Gases known for?
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What are Alkali Metals?
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What are Halogens?
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Most elements exist as ______ in nature.
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Define Diatomic Elements.
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What does the 's, p, d, and f blocks' refer to?
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What is meant by Atomic Radius?
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Why does the Atomic Radius increase as you move down a group?
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What does Ionization Energy refer to?
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Why does the Ionization Energy decrease as you go down a group?
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Why does the Ionization Energy increase as you move across a period?
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Study Notes
Organization of the Periodic Table
- The periodic table is organized into groups (vertical columns) labeled #1-18, where elements in the same group share similar chemical properties due to identical valence electron counts.
- Periods (horizontal rows) are numbered #1-7, indicating the highest principal energy shell occupied by elements.
Types of Elements
- Metals constitute the majority of the periodic table, situated to the left of the 'staircase'.
- Nonmetals are fewer in number and exhibit a wider variation in properties compared to metals.
- Semi-metals, or metalloids, possess characteristics of both metals and nonmetals.
Properties of Metals
- Most metals are solid (except for Mercury), malleable, ductile, hard, lustrous, and excellent conductors of heat and electricity.
- Metals tend to lose electrons, forming positive ions.
- Metallic properties increase moving down a group and decrease across a period, with Francium being the most metallic.
Properties of Nonmetals
- Most nonmetals are gases in their natural form (except Bromine, a liquid), exhibit brittleness, and are nonmalleable and nondductile.
- Nonmetals lack luster, are poor conductors of heat and electricity, and gain electrons to form negative ions.
Transition Metals
- Transition metals, found in Groups 3-12, are known for forming colorful ions.
- Properties include high melting points (except Mercury), the capacity to form colored ions, and a variable number of valence electrons removed from p and d sublevels. They are generally less reactive than Groups 1 and 2 metals.
Rare Earth Metals
- Lanthanide Series encompasses elements with atomic numbers 58-71 and is commonly referred to as rare earth metals.
- Actinide Series includes elements with atomic numbers 90-103, most of which are radioactive and synthetically produced.
Noble Gases
- Group 18 contains noble gases that are inert due to having a full valence shell.
- Helium, despite having only 2 valence electrons, is classified as a noble gas.
Alkali and Alkaline Earth Metals
- Alkali Metals (Group 1) are the most reactive metals, with Francium as the most reactive.
- Alkaline Earth Metals (Group 2) are the second most reactive set of metals.
Halogens
- Halogens are found in Group 17 and are recognized as the most reactive nonmetals.
Physical States of Elements
- Most elements naturally exist as solids; notable exceptions include Mercury (liquid) and gases such as Hydrogen, Nitrogen, Oxygen, Fluorine, Chlorine, and all noble gases.
Diatomic Elements
- Certain elements exist as diatomic molecules in nature, including Bromine, Iodine, Nitrogen, Chlorine, Hydrogen, Oxygen, and Fluorine.
Electron Configuration and Block Designation
- The periodic table is divided into blocks: S block (Groups 1&2), P block (Groups 13-18), D block (Groups 3-12), and F block (Lanthanide & Actinide series).
Allotropes
- Different structural forms of nonmetals that coexist in the same physical state due to variations in atomic bonding and arrangement, leading to distinct physical and chemical properties.
Atomic Trends
- Metallic character increases down a group and decreases across a period.
- Atomic radius increases down a group as additional energy levels are added, while it decreases across a period due to increased nuclear charge attracting electrons more closely.
Ionization Energy
- Ionization energy (IE) refers to the energy required to remove an electron from an atom.
- IE decreases down a group as more energy levels lead to easier electron removal and increases across a period due to greater nuclear attraction as protons are added.
Electronegativity
- Electronegativity is a measure of an atom's ability to attract and bond with electrons. It generally increases across a period and decreases down a group.
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This quiz focuses on the structure and characteristics of the periodic table, including groups/families, periods, and the classification of metals. Perfect for students learning about chemical properties and the arrangement of elements. Test your knowledge on basic concepts related to the periodic table!
