Periodic Table - Groups and Periods

The vertical (up and down) columns in the Periodic Table are called

• groups

• towers

• periods

• atomic numbers

The Modern Periodic Table of Elements is arranged by

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

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

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

The atoms along the staircase are called 

• metals
• nonmetals
• metalloids
• noble gases

Elements in a ..................have similar chemical properties.  

• period
• group
• row

All elements found on the left side of the Periodic Table of the Elements have what properties in common?

• They conduct heat and electricity 
• They are all gases 
• They are brittle and dull
• They are radioactive

All elements found on the left side of the Periodic Table of the Elements have what properties in common?

• They conduct heat and electricity 
• They are all gases 
• They are brittle and dull
• They are radioactive

What is the name of Groups 18?

• Alkali Metals
• Alkali Earth Metals
• Halogens
• Noble Gases

What type of elements touch the zigzag line?

• Metals

• Nonmetals

• Metalloids

• Solids

Where are the metals on the Periodic Table?

• To the left
• In the upper right hand corner
• On the zigzag line
• At the bottom