MS Physical Science 3.3 The Periodic Table

Multiple Choice

The element Uranium (U) is in period:

• 2

• 3

• 5

• 6

• 7

Multiple Choice

The element Copper (Cu) is in period:

• 1

• 2

• 4

• 5

• 6

Multiple Choice

There is one exception to the general rule that the elements on the left side of the periodic table are metals. Examine the periodic table pictured. Which element is on the left side of the periodic table but is not a metal?

• Hydrogen (H)

• Helium (He)

• Carbon (C)

• Mercury (Hg)

Multiple Choice

Decide whether each pair of elements is in the same group, in the same period, or neither:

Li and Na

• Same group

• Same period

• Neither

Multiple Choice

Decide whether each pair of elements is in the same group, in the same period, or neither:

B and Si

• Same group

• Same period

• Neither

Multiple Choice

Decide whether each pair of elements is in the same group, in the same period, or neither:

Ba and Rn

• Same group

• Same period

• Neither

Multiple Choice

Decide whether each pair of elements is in the same group, in the same period, or neither:

He and Rn

• Same group

• Same period

• Neither

Multiple Choice

Decide whether each pair of elements is in the same group, in the same period, or neither:

H and He

• Same group

• Same period

• Neither

Multiple Choice

Potassium (K) is an alkali metal. Which of the following would be a property of Potassium?

• colorless gas

• metalloid

• soft metal

Multiple Choice

Krypton (Kr) is a noble gas. Which of the following would be a property of Krypton?

• Highly reactive

• Not very reactive