Periodic Trends

Front

What happens to the atomic radius as you move across the periodic table from left to right?

Back

The atomic radius decreases.

Front

Why does the atomic radius decrease as you move across the periodic table?

Back

Because the number of protons increases, leading to a greater attraction to electrons.

Front

How are elements arranged in the modern periodic table?

Back

Elements are arranged by atomic number.

Front

What is a characteristic property of metals?

Back

Metals are malleable.

Front

What is the charge of a cation?

Back

A cation has a positive charge.

Front

Are metals good conductors of heat and electricity?

Back

Yes, metals are good conductors of heat and electricity.

Front

What trend is observed in ionization energy as you move across a period?

Back

Ionization energy generally increases.

Front

What is the trend in electronegativity as you move down a group in the periodic table?

Back

Electronegativity generally decreases.

Front

What is the general trend of metallic character as you move across a period?

Back

Metallic character decreases.

Front

What is the trend in atomic size as you move down a group in the periodic table?

Back

Atomic size increases.