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What is the Nitrogen Family also known as?
What is the symbol for Nitrogen?
N
What is the symbol for Phosphorus?
P
What is the symbol for Arsenic?
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What is the symbol for Antimony?
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What is the symbol for Bismuth?
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The elements in the Nitrogen Family include: N, P, As, Sb, ___
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What is the Chalcogens group also known as?
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What is the symbol for Oxygen?
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What is the symbol for Sulfur?
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What is the symbol for Selenium?
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What is the symbol for Tellurium?
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What is the symbol for Polonium?
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The elements in the Chalcogens group include: O, S, Se, Te, ___
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Study Notes
Group 5A - Nitrogen Family
- Known as the Nitrogen Family, it includes essential elements for life and industry.
- Comprises elements: Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P), Arsenic (As), Antimony (Sb), and Bismuth (Bi).
- Nitrogen (N) is crucial for amino acids and nucleic acids in biological systems.
- Phosphorus (P) plays a vital role in energy transfer (ATP) and is a key component of DNA and RNA.
- Arsenic (As), though toxic, has applications in semiconductors and alloys.
- Antimony (Sb) is used in flame retardants and lead-acid batteries.
- Bismuth (Bi) is non-toxic and is utilized in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.
Group 6A - Chalcogens
- Also referred to as Chalcogens, this group includes vital components for biological and industrial processes.
- Includes elements: Oxygen (O), Sulfur (S), Selenium (Se), Tellurium (Te), and Polonium (Po).
- Oxygen (O) is essential for respiration and is a key player in combustion processes.
- Sulfur (S) is found in amino acids and vitamins, contributing to protein structure.
- Selenium (Se) has antioxidant properties and is crucial for various metabolic functions.
- Tellurium (Te) is utilized in metallurgical applications and in photovoltaic cells.
- Polonium (Po) is a radioactive element used in certain industrial applications and research.
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This quiz focuses on the elements of Group 5A and 6A of the periodic table, including the nitrogen family. It includes flashcards for each element in these groups, providing names and symbols. Test your knowledge on these essential elements and their properties.
