Periodic Table Trends

Front

What happens to the atomic numbers as you move from left to right on the periodic table?

Back

Atomic numbers increase.

Front

Atomic Radius is...

Back

the relative size of the atom's electron cloud.

Front

Which element could be lustrous and brittle?

Back

Element G.

Front

What is the name of the family that is highlighted?

Back

Halogen Family.

Front

As you move across the periodic table atoms tend to get smaller because, ______________.

Back

the atoms have more protons.

Front

What is the trend in electronegativity as you move from left to right across a period?

Back

Electronegativity increases.

Front

What is the trend in ionization energy as you move down a group?

Back

Ionization energy decreases.

Front

What are the characteristics of alkali metals?

Back

They are highly reactive, have one electron in their outer shell, and are soft.

Front

What is the significance of the noble gases in the periodic table?

Back

They are inert and have a full valence shell.

Front

What is the trend in atomic size as you move down a group?

Back

Atomic size increases.