Chapter 6: The Periodic Table

Front

As you move across the periodic table, atoms tend to get smaller because...

Back

the atoms have more protons.

Front

A vertical column in the periodic table is called...

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group

Front

Ionization energy is defined as...

Back

how much energy it takes to remove an electron from an atom.

Front

An atom becomes _________ when it gains electrons.

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Negative

Front

Which of the following is a halogen?

Back

Chlorine

Front

What is the periodic law?

Back

The properties of elements are periodic functions of their atomic numbers.

Front

What is a period in the context of the periodic table?

Back

A horizontal row of elements.

Front

What are noble gases?

Back

Elements in group 18 that are colorless, odorless, and inert.

Front

What is the trend in electronegativity across a period?

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Electronegativity increases across a period.

Front

What is the trend in atomic radius down a group?

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Atomic radius increases down a group.