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What is the charge of Group 1: Alkali Metals?
What is the charge of Group 1: Alkali Metals?
What is the charge of Group 2: Alkaline Earth Metals?
What is the charge of Group 2: Alkaline Earth Metals?
What is the charge of Group 13: Boron Group?
What is the charge of Group 13: Boron Group?
What is the charge of Group 14: Carbon Group?
What is the charge of Group 14: Carbon Group?
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What is the charge of Group 15: Nitrogen Group?
What is the charge of Group 15: Nitrogen Group?
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What is the charge of Group 16: Oxygen Group?
What is the charge of Group 16: Oxygen Group?
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What is the charge of Group 17: Halogens?
What is the charge of Group 17: Halogens?
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Study Notes
Charges of Groups on the Periodic Table
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Group 1: Alkali Metals
Charge: +1- Highly reactive, especially with water and halogens.
- Includes elements like lithium, sodium, and potassium.
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Group 2: Alkaline Earth Metals
Charge: +2- Less reactive than alkali metals, but still react with water.
- Common elements include magnesium and calcium.
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Group 13: Boron Group
Charge: +3- Contains both metals and metalloids; boron is a notable metalloid.
- Aluminum is a key element used widely in manufacturing.
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Group 14: Carbon Group
Charge: +4/-4- Includes carbon, a fundamental element for life.
- Can form various allotropes like diamond and graphite.
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Group 15: Nitrogen Group
Charge: -3- Elements can form covalent bonds and exist in multiple allotropes.
- Nitrogen is essential for the synthesis of amino acids and proteins.
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Group 16: Oxygen Group
Charge: -2- Vital for respiration and combustion processes.
- Oxygen, sulfur, and selenium are key members.
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Group 17: Halogens
Charge: -1- Highly reactive nonmetals, especially with alkali metals.
- Includes fluorine, chlorine, bromine, and iodine, known for forming salts.
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Explore the charges associated with different groups in the periodic table through flashcards. This quiz covers Groups 1, 2, and 13 to 17, detailing the specific charges for each group. Perfect for students looking to enhance their understanding of chemistry.