Periodic Table Concepts and Elements

The video tutorial covers a periodic table scavenger hunt, explaining the key, classification, and location of elements. It discusses the states of matter, element symbols, and specific element identification based on groups and periods. The tutorial also addresses valence electrons and raises questions about synthetic elements like technetium and promethium.

What color represents metals on the periodic table key?

• Yellow

• Purple

• Blue

• Green

Where are non-metals generally located on the periodic table?

• Upper right

• Upper left

• Center left

• Lower left

Which element is a liquid metal at room temperature?

• Lead

• Bromine

• Gallium

• Mercury

Which non-metal is a liquid at room temperature?

• Iodine

• Fluorine

• Bromine

• Chlorine

What is the symbol for gold, derived from its Latin name?

• Au

• Ag

• Fe

• Pb

Which group on the periodic table contains the noble gases?

• Group 1

• Group 2

• Group 18

• Group 17

How many valence electrons do halogens have?

• 5

• 6

• 7

• 8

Which element in period 3 is a noble gas?

• Krypton

• Argon

• Neon

• Xenon

What is the heaviest naturally occurring element?

• Plutonium

• Thorium

• Uranium

• Radium

Which of the following elements is synthetic?

• Copper

• Iron

• Zinc

• Technetium