Reactivity Trends Review

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Electronegativity

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The ability of an atom to ATTRACT electrons in a bond.

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Atomic radius

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The DISTANCE from an atom's nucleus to its outermost electron.

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Ionization energy

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The energy needed to remove an electron from an atom.

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Reactivity

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Dependent on the movement/exchange of VALENCE ELECTRONS.

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Trend of atomic radius down a group

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It INCREASES.

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What are valence electrons?

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Electrons in the outermost shell of an atom that are involved in chemical bonding.

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What is the periodic table?

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A tabular arrangement of elements based on their atomic number, electron configuration, and recurring chemical properties.

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What is a group in the periodic table?

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A vertical column of elements that share similar chemical properties.

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What is a period in the periodic table?

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A horizontal row of elements in the periodic table.

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What is atomic number?

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The number of protons in the nucleus of an atom, which determines the element's identity.