Periodic Trends Review

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As you move across the periodic table, atoms tend to get smaller because:

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the atoms have more protons.

Front

Which atom has the largest atomic radius?

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Francium.

Front

The element with the lowest electronegativity in Period 3 is:

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Sodium (Na).

Front

Which of the following will have a larger radius than Zinc?

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Strontium.

Front

Which has the greater electronegativity: Cl or Al?

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Chlorine (Cl).

Front

What is atomic radius?

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The distance from the nucleus of an atom to the outermost shell of electrons.

Front

What trend is observed in atomic radius as you move down a group in the periodic table?

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Atomic radius increases.

Front

What is electronegativity?

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The ability of an atom to attract electrons in a chemical bond.

Front

What trend is observed in electronegativity as you move across a period?

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Electronegativity increases.

Front

Which element has the highest electronegativity?

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Fluorine (F).