6.6C Periodic Table Quiz

Which of the following is a physical property commonly used to identify metals on the periodic table?

• Brittle texture

• High electrical conductivity

• Dull appearance

• Poor heat conduction

What is the term for elements that have properties of both metals and nonmetals?

• Noble gases

• Metalloids

• Alkali metals

• Halogens

Rare Earth elements are important in modern technology. Which of the following is a Rare Earth element?

• Gold (Au)

• Neodymium (Nd)

• Carbon (C)

• Helium (He)

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Which property is most likely to be found in nonmetals?

• Shiny surface

• Good conductor of electricity

• Brittle when solid

• Malleable

A student is given a sample that is shiny, malleable, and conducts electricity. Based on these properties, how should the element be classified?

• Nonmetal

• Metalloid

• Metal

• Noble gas

Which of the following best explains why rare Earth elements are important in modern electronics?

• They are used to make food packaging.

• They are essential for making strong magnets in devices.

• They are used as fuel for cars.

• They are used to make glass windows.

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A student is comparing two elements. Element X is shiny, conducts electricity, and is malleable. Element Y is dull, brittle, and does not conduct electricity. Which statement best classifies these elements?

• Element X is a nonmetal, Element Y is a metal.

• Element X is a metal, Element Y is a nonmetal.

• Both are metalloids.

• Both are rare Earth elements.

A company is designing a new smartphone. They need an element that is both a good conductor and can be easily shaped into wires. Which type of element should they choose and why?

• Nonmetal, because it is brittle and does not conduct electricity.

• Metalloid, because it has properties of both metals and nonmetals.

• Metal, because it is malleable and conducts electricity well.

• Rare Earth element, because it is used in magnets.

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Students recorded properties of elements found on two sections of the Periodic Table shown below.

Which chart below most likely describes the elements in each section?

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Sulfur is a dull, yellow, brittle, insulator. What type of element is sulfur? 

• Metal
• Nonmetal
• Metalloid
• Pretty

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