Periodic Trends Flashcard

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What is Electronegativity?

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Electronegativity is a measure of the tendency of an atom to attract a bonding pair of electrons.

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How does Electronegativity change across a period?

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Electronegativity increases from left to right within a period.

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How does Electronegativity change down a group?

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Electronegativity decreases from top to bottom within a group.

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Which group of elements has a full outer electron shell?

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Noble Gases are known for having a full outer electron shell.

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Which element has a greater Electronegativity: Nitrogen (N) or Carbon (C)?

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Nitrogen (N) has a greater Electronegativity than Carbon (C).

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What is a characteristic property of metals?

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Metals are ductile, meaning they can be drawn into wires.

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What are valence electrons?

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Valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost energy level of an atom.

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What is the trend in atomic radius across a period?

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Atomic radius decreases from left to right across a period.

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What is the trend in atomic radius down a group?

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Atomic radius increases from top to bottom within a group.

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What are alkali metals?

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Alkali metals are the elements in Group 1 of the periodic table, known for being highly reactive.