Unit 1 Atomic Structure & The Periodic Table Review

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Group 1 on the periodic table is called the ...?

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Alkali Metals

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The vertical columns on the periodic table are also called ...?

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families

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Which of the following equals the # of protons + the # of neutrons?

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Mass #

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What is a covalent bond?

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A bond between nonmetals.

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The horizontal rows on the periodic table are also called ______________?

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periods

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What are the main characteristics of Alkali Metals?

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They are highly reactive, especially with water, and have one electron in their outermost shell.

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What is the atomic number?

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The number of protons in the nucleus of an atom.

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What is the significance of the periodic table?

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It organizes elements based on their atomic number, electron configurations, and recurring chemical properties.

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What are noble gases?

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Elements in Group 18 of the periodic table that are colorless, odorless, and inert under standard conditions.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons from one atom to another, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons.