Honors Test: Bonds & Periodic Table

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What are Alkali metals?

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Alkali metals are a group of elements in the first column of the periodic table. They are silver, shiny, very reactive in water, and soft enough to be cut with a knife.

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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 that are involved in chemical bonding.

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What are the columns on the Periodic Table called?

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Columns on the Periodic Table are called groups or families.

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What are the rows on the Periodic Table called?

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Rows on the Periodic Table are called periods.

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Where are Transition Metals located on the Periodic Table?

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Transition Metals are located in the orange section of the Periodic Table.

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How many neutrons are in the atom 'Be'?

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The atom 'Be' (Beryllium) has 5 neutrons.

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What is the atomic number of an element?

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The atomic number of an element is the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom, which determines the element's identity.

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What is the significance of the Periodic Table?

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The Periodic Table organizes elements based on their atomic number, electron configuration, and recurring chemical properties.

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What are noble gases?

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Noble gases are a group of elements in Group 18 of the Periodic Table that are colorless, odorless, and inert under standard conditions.

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What is an ion?

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An ion is an atom or molecule that has gained or lost one or more electrons, resulting in a net electrical charge.