Period Table

Period Table

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8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main purpose of the Periodic Table?

Back

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

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are groups in the Periodic Table?

Back

Groups are vertical columns in the Periodic Table that contain elements with similar physical and chemical properties.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are periods in the Periodic Table?

Back

Periods are horizontal rows in the Periodic Table that represent elements with the same number of electron shells.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which group in the Periodic Table contains only nonmetals?

Back

Group 18, also known as the Noble Gases, contains only nonmetals.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an alkali metal?

Back

Alkali metals are elements in Group 1 of the Periodic Table, known for being highly reactive and having one electron in their outer shell.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which alkali metal is the most reactive?

Back

Cesium is the most reactive alkali metal.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are transition metals?

Back

Transition metals are elements found in Groups 3-12 of the Periodic Table, characterized by their ability to form variable oxidation states and colored compounds.

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