Periodic Table of Elements - Science Enhancement

What are the vertical columns on the periodic called?

• groups

• periods

• nonmetals

• metals

• metalloids

The Modern Periodic Table of Elements is arranged by

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

What does the 6 represent?

• atomic mass
• atomic number
• element name
• chemical symbol 

Name group 8A on the periodic table.

• alkali metals
• alkaline earth metals
• transition metals
• noble gases

The periodic table is organized in horizontal rows called...

• Groups

• Periods

• Families

• Chemical Symbols

What does the 1.00794 stand for?

• Hydrogen
• atomic number
• atomic mass
• atomic explosion

How many protons are in Beryllium?

• 4
• 9
• 5
• 2

Metals are found on the ______________ side of the periodic table.

• nonmetals

• left

• right

• metals

The following elements belong to the same group EXCEPT?

• Argon

• Calcium

• Helium

• Krypton

Most of the elements on the periodic table are classified as _____.

• Metals
• Nonmetals
• Metalloids
• Periods