The Periodic Table Vocabulary

Front

What is the term for half the distance between the nuclei of two identical atoms bonded together?

Back

Atomic radius

Front

What term describes the ability of a material to be pounded into thin sheets?

Back

Malleable

Front

Who is known for organizing the periodic table by atomic mass?

Back

Mendeleev

Front

What are the elements in Groups 3-12 of the periodic table called?

Back

Transition metals

Front

What term describes repeating patterns in chemical and physical properties within groups and periods?

Back

Periodicity

Front

What is the term for the vertical columns in the periodic table?

Back

Groups

Front

What is the term for the horizontal rows in the periodic table?

Back

Periods

Front

What is the name of the elements that have similar properties and are found in the same group?

Back

Group elements

Front

What is the term for elements that are good conductors of heat and electricity?

Back

Metals

Front

What is the term for elements that are poor conductors and are often brittle?

Back

Nonmetals