Periodic Table

what is the net charge on an ion that has 20 protons, 20 neutrons, and 18 electrons?

• 2-
• 2+
• 1-
• 1+

In the modern periodic table elements are arranged by:

• atomic mass
• atomic number
• valence electrons
• number of isotopes

Each column in the periodic table is called a 

• period
• group
• cluster
• unit

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The atomic number tells you what?

• number of electrons
• number of protons
• number of neutrons
• both electrons and protons in an atom.

Which group of the periodic table is composed of inert (not reactive)  gases?

• alkali metals
• alkaline earth metals
• halogens
• noble gases

Elements which are shiny, conduct electricity and heat are called

• metal
• nonmetal
• metalloid
• nonexistent

Which element is not a metal?

• H
• Re
• Al
• Os
  Br

The atoms along the staircase are called 

• metals
• nonmetals
• metalloids
• noble gases

Which is a halogen?

• Helium
• Chlorine
• Oxygen
• Neptune

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Which is an alkali metal?

• Magnesium
• Iron
• Sodium
• Europium

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