Periodic Table Groups

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What are the noble gases?

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Noble gases are a group of inert (nonreactive) elements found in Group 18 of the periodic table, including helium, neon, argon, krypton, xenon, and radon.

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What is the majority type of elements on the periodic table?

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The majority of elements on the periodic table are metals.

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What is the name of Group 18 on the periodic table?

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Group 18 is known as the noble gases.

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What is the name of Group 2 on the periodic table?

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Group 2 is known as the alkaline earth metals.

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What are the vertical columns in the Periodic Table called?

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The vertical columns in the Periodic Table are called groups.

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What are alkali metals?

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Alkali metals are the elements found in Group 1 of the periodic table, including lithium, sodium, potassium, rubidium, cesium, and francium.

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What are halogens?

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Halogens are the elements found in Group 17 of the periodic table, including fluorine, chlorine, bromine, iodine, and astatine.

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What is the significance of the periodic table's groups?

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Elements in the same group have similar chemical properties and the same number of valence electrons.

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What are transition metals?

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Transition metals are the elements found in Groups 3 to 12 of the periodic table, known for their ability to form various oxidation states and colored compounds.

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What is the difference between metals and nonmetals?

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Metals are typically shiny, conductive, and malleable, while nonmetals are usually dull, insulative, and brittle.