Periodic Table (Periods and Groups)

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What is the Periodic Table?

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A tabular arrangement of chemical elements, organized by increasing atomic number, where elements with similar properties are grouped together.

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What are Groups in the Periodic Table?

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Vertical columns in the Periodic Table that contain elements with similar chemical properties.

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What are Periods in the Periodic Table?

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Horizontal rows in the Periodic Table that indicate the number of electron shells in the elements.

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What element is located in Group 18 & Period 5?

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Xenon (Xe)

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What element is found in Period 3 Group 2?

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Magnesium (Mg)

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What is the significance of Group 1 elements?

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They are known as alkali metals and are highly reactive, especially with water.

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What is the significance of Group 17 elements?

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They are known as halogens and are very reactive nonmetals.

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What is the atomic number of an element?

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

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What is the mass number of an element?

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The total number of protons and neutrons in the nucleus of an atom.

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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 dull, insulative, and brittle.