Periodic Table Trends

Front

As you move down the periodic table, atoms get bigger because ____________.

Back

The atoms have more energy levels.

Front

Metals have the largest -

Back

atomic radius only.

Front

Electronegativity is...

Back

the ability of an atom to attract/accept electrons.

Front

Which of the following will have a larger radius than Zinc? Gallium, Aluminum, Magnesium, Strontium

Back

Strontium.

Front

Vertical columns of elements (families) on the periodic table with similar properties are called...

Back

groups.

Front

What is the trend in atomic radius as you move from left to right across a period?

Back

The atomic radius decreases.

Front

What is ionization energy?

Back

The energy required to remove an electron from an atom.

Front

What happens to electronegativity as you move down a group in the periodic table?

Back

Electronegativity decreases.

Front

What is the general trend of metallic character in the periodic table?

Back

Metallic character increases as you move down a group.

Front

What are periods in the periodic table?

Back

Horizontal rows of elements.