PT test (Version B)

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Which element has a -1 charge?

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Bromine (Br) has a -1 charge as it gains one electron to achieve a stable electron configuration.

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What is the element symbol for Magnesium?

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Mg is the element symbol for Magnesium, which is located in Period 3 and Group 2 of the periodic table.

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What charge do Group 17 elements typically have?

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Group 17 elements, also known as halogens, typically have a charge of -1 when they form ions.

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What is a grouping of elements based on similar chemical properties called?

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A grouping of elements based on similar chemical properties is called a 'family' or 'group' in the periodic table.

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What is the name of Group 1 in the periodic table?

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Group 1 is known as the 'alkali metals', which are highly reactive metals.

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What is the charge of Calcium when it forms an ion?

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Calcium (Ca) typically forms a +2 charge when it loses two 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.

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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 is the charge of an ion formed by Bromine?

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Bromine typically forms an ion with a charge of -1.

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What is the difference between a period and a group in the periodic table?

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A period is a horizontal row, while a group is a vertical column in the periodic table.