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What is the correct order of phase change on the heating curve?

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solid, liquid, gas

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How many valence electrons are in an atom of Potassium (K)?

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1

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Which is not a characteristic of an alkaline earth metal?

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colorless

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How many neutrons are in Beryllium (Be)?

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5

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How many valence electrons are in an atom of Argon (Ar)?

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8

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What is an atom?

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The smallest unit of matter that retains the properties of an element.

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What is atomic theory?

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A scientific theory that explains the nature of matter by stating that matter is composed of atoms.

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What is the periodic table?

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A tabular arrangement of the chemical elements, organized by their atomic number, electron configuration, and recurring chemical properties.

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What are valence electrons?

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Electrons in the outermost shell of an atom that are involved in chemical bonding.

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What is the significance of the atomic number?

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It represents the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom and determines the element's identity.