Periodic Table Review

Front

What are the elements called that have properties of both metals and nonmetals?

Back

Metalloids

Front

What type of elements are typically poor conductors of heat and electricity and are found on the right side of the periodic table?

Back

Nonmetals

Front

What is the term for the number that indicates the number of protons in an atom's nucleus?

Back

Atomic number

Front

What are the elements located along the staircase line on the periodic table called?

Back

Metalloids

Front

Which group of elements is known for being highly reactive and includes fluorine and chlorine?

Back

Halogens

Front

What is the most abundant element in the universe?

Back

Hydrogen

Front

What is the term for elements that are good conductors of heat and electricity and are found on the left side of the periodic table?

Back

Metals

Front

What is the significance of the atomic number in the periodic table?

Back

It determines the identity of an element and its position in the periodic table.

Front

Which element is a noble gas and is known for being inert?

Back

Neon

Front

What is the general trend in reactivity for alkali metals as you move down the group in the periodic table?

Back

Reactivity increases as you move down the group.