Periodic Table Intro

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How are elements arranged in the periodic table?

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Elements are arranged by periods and groups.

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How many rings or energy shells does Sodium (Na) have?

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Sodium (Na) has 3 energy shells.

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What is the element in Group 13, Period 5?

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The element is Indium.

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What are the vertical columns on the periodic table called?

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Vertical columns are called groups.

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What group is Sodium (Na) located in?

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Sodium (Na) is located in Group 1.

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What is the atomic number of an element?

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The atomic number is the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom.

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What do periods in the periodic table represent?

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Periods represent the horizontal rows in the periodic table, indicating the number of energy levels.

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What is a group in the periodic table?

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A group is a vertical column in the periodic table, containing elements with similar chemical properties.

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What is the significance of the periodic table?

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The periodic table organizes elements based on their atomic structure and properties, helping predict their behavior.

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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 dull, insulative, and brittle.