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Phy Science Vocab

Total questions: 19

Worksheet time: 10mins

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Class
Date
1.

What is the correct definition of: ductile?

(a)  

2.

What is the definition of the word 'allotrope'?

a)

Different molecular structures of the same element

b)

A type of chemical bond

c)

A method of separating mixtures

d)

A type of chemical reaction

3.

What is the definition of: metal?

a)

A type of music with loud guitars and drums.

b)

Element that is shiny, malleable, ductile, and is a good conductor of heat and electricity

c)

A shiny rock that people wear as jewelry.

d)

A magical substance that can grant wishes when touched.

4.

What is the definition of a metalloid?

a)

A type of metal that is liquid at room temperature

b)

A nonmetal that can conduct electricity

c)

A type of element that has properties of both metals and nonmetals

d)

A type of metal that is extremely resistant to heat

5.

What is the definition of a radioactive element?

a)

An element that is stable and does not emit radiation

b)

An element that is used in nuclear power plants

c)

An element whose nucleus breaks down and emits particles and energy

d)

An element that can be seen in the dark due to its glow

6.

What is the definition of transition elements?

a)

Elements that change their state from solid to liquid at room temperature

b)

Elements that are found in the middle of the periodic table

c)

Elements in groups 3 through 12 of the periodic table

d)

Elements that can transition between metallic and non-metallic properties

7.

What is the definition of Alkaline Earth Metals?

a)

Group 2 on the periodic table, one of the most reactive groups

b)

They are a group of metals that are highly reactive and rarely found in nature

c)

They are a group of metals that are highly resistant to corrosion

d)

They are a group of metals that are highly dense and have high melting points

8.

What is the definition of Lanthanides?

a)

Elements 57-71, following the element lanthanum

b)

A type of rare earth metal

c)

A class of non-metallic elements

d)

A group of transition metals

9.

What is the definition of nonmetal?

a)

A type of metal that is non-reactive

b)

An element that has no properties of a metal, usually liquid or gas at room temperature. Solid versions are brittle, powdery, and are poor conductors

c)

A metal that is not considered a pure metal

d)

A metal that does not conduct electricity

10.

What is the definition of Noble Gases?

a)

They are gases that are found in the noble class of the periodic table

b)

They are the most stable nonmetal elements on the periodic table (Group 18)

c)

They are gases that are found in the lowermost part of the atmosphere

d)

They are gases that are found in the uppermost part of the atmosphere

11.

What is the definition of a diatomic molecule?

a)

A molecule composed of two atoms of the same element, formed by a covalent bond

b)

A molecule composed of two different elements

c)

A molecule composed of two molecules

d)

A molecule composed of two ions

12.

What is the definition of malleability?

a)

Capable of being shaped or bent

b)

Having a high melting point

c)

Resistant to corrosion

d)

Good conductor of electricity

13.

What is the definition of metallic bonding?

a)

A type of chemical bonding that involves the sharing of electron pairs between atoms

b)

A type of chemical bonding that involves the transfer of electrons from one atom to another

c)

The force of attraction between valence electrons and the metal ions

d)

A type of chemical bonding that involves the sharing of electron pairs between metals

14.

What is the definition of a semiconductor?

a)

A material that conducts electricity under certain conditions

b)

A material that does not conduct electricity at all

c)

A material that conducts electricity perfectly

d)

A material that blocks electricity

15.

What is the definition of a transuranium element?

a)

An element that is lighter than uranium

b)

An element that has more than 92 protons, all of which are synthetic and unstable

c)

An element that is found on the planet Uranus

d)

An element that is artificially synthesized

16.

What is the definition of Actinides?

a)

Elements 89-103; all are radioactive and synthetic; rare or non-existent in nature

b)

A type of protein found in muscle cells

c)

A group of metals used in construction

d)

A class of compounds used in pharmaceuticals

17.

What is the definition of Halogens?

a)

Group 17 on the periodic table; all have a high salt content and are very reactive.

b)

A type of metal

c)

A type of gas

d)

A type of compound

18.

What is the definition of Alkali metals?

a)

Group 1 of the periodic table; they are softer than most metals and are the most reactive metals of all.

b)

Alkali metals are a group of elements that are gaseous at room temperature.

c)

Alkali metals are a group of elements that are liquid at room temperature.

d)

Alkali metals are a group of elements that are solid and have a high melting point.

19.

What is the definition of coinage metals?

a)

Metals used in the production of coins, including copper, silver, and gold.

b)

Metals that are naturally magnetic

c)

Metals that are liquid at room temperature

d)

Metals that are highly reactive with water