Periodic Table Unit Review

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What is ionization energy?

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Ionization energy is the energy required to remove an electron from an atom in its gaseous state.

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Which element has a lower ionization energy than Scandium (Sc)?

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Calcium (Ca) has a lower ionization energy than Scandium.

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What are metalloids?

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Metalloids are elements that have properties of both metals and nonmetals, and they are located along the staircase line on the periodic table.

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What are the horizontal rows of the periodic table called?

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The horizontal rows of the periodic table are known as periods.

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What is the location of alkali metals on the periodic table?

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Alkali metals are located in Group 1 of the periodic table.

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What is the atomic number of Chlorine?

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The atomic number of Chlorine is 17.

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What is the significance of the periodic table's groups?

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Elements in the same group have similar chemical properties and the same number of valence electrons.

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What are noble gases?

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

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What is the difference between metals and nonmetals?

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Metals are typically shiny, conductive, and malleable, while nonmetals are usually dull, insulative, and brittle.

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What is an orbital diagram?

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An orbital diagram is a visual representation of the electron configuration of an atom, showing the distribution of electrons in atomic orbitals.