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What is a vertical column in the periodic table called?

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A vertical column is called a group.

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What does the number 6 represent in the context of the periodic table?

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The number 6 represents the atomic number.

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Define a compound in chemistry.

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A compound is a substance that contains more than one type of atom.

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What does the term 'element' refer to in chemistry?

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

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What is a molecule?

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A molecule is a group of two or more atoms bonded together.

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What are metals characterized by?

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Metals are characterized as shiny, malleable, and good conductors of electricity and heat.

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What is the difference between an element and a compound?

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An element is a pure substance made of one type of atom, while a compound is made of two or more different types of atoms chemically bonded together.

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

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The atomic number indicates the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom and determines the element's identity.

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

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The three main categories are metals, nonmetals, and metalloids.

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What properties do nonmetals typically exhibit?

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Nonmetals are usually dull, brittle, and poor conductors of heat and electricity.