Properties of the Periodic Table

Why do Cu (copper), Ag (silver), and Au (gold) all have similar properties?

• they are in the same row

• they are in the same period

• they are in the same family

• they are both elements on the periodic table

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

Sodium (Na) and potassium (K) are in the same group on the periodic table. Based on their locations, which statement about sodium and potassium is true?

• Sodium is less electronegative than potassium. 

• Sodium has fewer energy levels than potassium. 

• Sodium has a larger ionic radius than potassium. 

• Sodium has lower ionization energy than potassium. 

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The number of valence electrons in an element affects the reactivity of that element. Which element listed has the fewest valence electrons?

• beryllium (Be)

• sodium (Na) 

• oxygen (O) 

• neon (Ne)

How many Valance electrons does Iodine Have?

• 6

• 16

• 7

• 17

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As you move down the periodic table atoms get bigger.  This is because ____________.

• The atoms have more mass.

• The atoms have more protons.

• The atoms have more energy levels

• The atoms have more neutrons

How would this element be classified?

• Metal

• Nonmetal

• Metalloid

• Metamorphic

If a student observes a silvery solid that is malleable, good conductor, and ductile it is a...

• nonmetal 

• metal 

• metalloid

An element has properties of both metals and nonmetals. Where would it be found in the periodic table? 

• To the right 

• To the left 

• on the zig zag line

Elements in the shaded area can best be described as -

• Malleable

• Brittle

• Dull

• Insulators