Periodic Table & Trends

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What do elements in a group have in common?

Back

Elements in a group have similar chemical properties.

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What happens to atomic size as you move across a period in the periodic table?

Back

Atoms tend to get smaller because the atoms have more protons.

Front

Which element has a larger atomic radius: Strontium or Zinc?

Back

Strontium has a larger atomic radius than Zinc.

Front

What is an example of an alkali metal?

Back

Sodium is an example of an alkali metal.

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Which element has the highest electronegativity among W, X, Y, and Z?

Back

Element W has the highest electronegativity.

Front

What is the periodic trend for electronegativity as you move across a period?

Back

Electronegativity increases as you move from left to right across a period.

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What is the periodic trend for atomic radius as you move down a group?

Back

Atomic radius increases as you move down a group.

Front

Define 'period' in the context of the periodic table.

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A period is a horizontal row in the periodic table where elements have the same number of electron shells.

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What is the significance of the atomic number in the periodic table?

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The atomic number represents the number of protons in an atom and determines the element's identity.

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What are transition metals?

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Transition metals are elements found in groups 3-12 of the periodic table, known for their ability to form variable oxidation states.