Organization of the Periodic Table Practice

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What is a METAL?

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A metal is a type of element that is typically shiny, malleable, ductile, and a good conductor of heat and electricity. Examples include sodium (Na) and iron (Fe).

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What is the HALOGEN FAMILY?

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The halogen family consists of elements in Group 17 of the periodic table, known for their reactivity and tendency to form salts with metals. Examples include chlorine (Cl) and fluorine (F).

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What are VALENCE electrons?

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Valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost shell of an atom that are involved in chemical bonding. For example, oxygen (O) has 6 valence electrons.

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What are NOBLE GASES?

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Noble gases are elements in Group 18 of the periodic table, known for their lack of reactivity due to having a full valence shell. Examples include neon (Ne) and radon (Rn).

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What is a METALLOID?

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Metalloids are elements that have properties of both metals and nonmetals. They are semiconductors of electricity. An example is antimony (Sb).

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Identify a characteristic of METALS.

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Metals are typically good conductors of electricity.

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Identify a characteristic of HALOGENS.

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Halogens are highly reactive and can form salts with metals.

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How many VALENCE electrons does carbon (C) have?

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Carbon (C) has 4 valence electrons.

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What is the significance of NOBLE GASES in chemistry?

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Noble gases are significant because they are inert and do not readily form compounds, making them useful in applications requiring non-reactive environments.

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Give an example of a METALLOID and its use.

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Silicon (Si) is a metalloid used in computer chips and solar cells.