Periodic Trends

Front

What is the term for one-half the distance between the nuclei of identical atoms that are bonded together?

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Atomic radius

Front

Which element has a higher electronegativity than arsenic (As)?

Back

Carbon (C)

Front

Which atom has the largest atomic radius in Group 18?

Back

Radon (Rn)

Front

What is a positively-charged ion that forms when an atom loses electrons called?

Back

Cation

Front

What is the amount of energy required to remove an electron from an atom?

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Ionization energy

Front

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

Back

Atomic radius increases.

Front

What is the trend in electronegativity as you move across a period from left to right?

Back

Electronegativity increases.

Front

What is the term for negatively charged ions that form when an atom gains electrons?

Back

Anion

Front

What is the general trend in ionization energy as you move down a group in the periodic table?

Back

Ionization energy decreases.

Front

What is the term for the ability of an atom to attract electrons in a chemical bond?

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Electronegativity