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What are alkali metals?
What are alkaline earth metals?
What are transition metals?
Elements in groups 3 through 12 of the periodic table.
What is a metalloid?
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What are halogens?
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What are noble gases?
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What are lanthanides?
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Study Notes
Alkali Metals
- Extremely reactive elements with one valence electron.
- Found in Group 1 of the periodic table.
Alkaline Earth Metals
- Reactive, but less so than alkali metals.
- Contains two valence electrons and located in Group 2 of the periodic table.
Transition Metals
- Consist of 38 elements found in groups 3 through 12.
- Characterized by ductility, malleability, and their ability to conduct electricity and heat.
- Often referred to as rare earth elements.
Metalloids
- Elements exhibiting properties between metals and nonmetals.
- Function as electrical semiconductors.
Halogens
- Group 17 elements, known for high reactivity.
- Comprise nonmetals such as fluorine, chlorine, bromine, iodine, and astatine.
Noble Gases
- Group 18 elements including helium, neon, argon, krypton, xenon, and radon.
- Previously thought to be unreactive due to full valence shells; however, compounds of xenon, krypton, and radon are now known.
Lanthanides
- A series of metallic elements in Group 3, often classified as rare earth metals.
- The series includes elements but sometimes excludes lanthanum (atomic number 57).
Actinides
- Comprise elements with atomic numbers ranging from 89 to 103.
- Located in the row beneath the lanthanides in the periodic table, also regarded as rare earth metals.
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Test your knowledge of the periodic table with these flashcards covering Chapter 12, which includes alkali metals, alkaline earth metals, and transition metals. Each card provides definitions essential for understanding these groups and their reactivities. Perfect for students preparing for chemistry exams!