Periodic Table Properties

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What is an element?

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An element is a pure substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances.

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How are elements arranged on the periodic table?

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Elements on the periodic table are arranged by similar physical and chemical properties.

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What is electronegativity?

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Electronegativity is an atom's tendency to attract electrons to itself when it is chemically combined with another element.

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Which element has the most similar properties to Bromine (Br)?

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Fluorine (F) has the most similar physical and chemical properties to Bromine (Br).

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What are groups in the periodic table?

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Elements that are arranged in groups have the most similar physical and chemical properties to each other.

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What is the significance of the periodic table?

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The periodic table organizes elements based on their atomic number, electron configuration, and recurring chemical properties.

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What are the main categories of elements in the periodic table?

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The main categories of elements are metals, nonmetals, and metalloids.

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What is the atomic number of an element?

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The atomic number of an element is the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom.

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What is the difference between a period and a group in the periodic table?

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A period is a horizontal row in the periodic table, while a group is a vertical column.

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What are noble gases?

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Noble gases are elements in group 18 of the periodic table that are characterized by their lack of reactivity due to having a full valence shell.