Test Your Knowledge!
Complete all problems. Remember:
Problem 1
Which group on the periodic table contains the Alkali Metals?
Problem 2
Which group in the periodic table contains the LEAST reactive elements?
Problem 3
Which element is NOT a noble gas?
Problem 4
Match each group number to its family name:
Choices: Noble Gases, Halogens, Alkali Metals, Alkaline Earth Metals
Problem 5
The lanthanide and actinide series of elements are:
Problem 6
Groups 13-18 form the area on the periodic table where the electron sublevels being filled are:
Problem 7
Identify which block (s, p, d, or f) each element belongs to:
Problem 8
The transition metals are found in which block of the periodic table?
Problem 9
In Group 15, the element having the smallest atomic radius is:
Problem 10
In Group 14, the most metallic element is:
Problem 11
For each pair, identify which element has the LARGER atomic radius:
Problem 12
As you move from left to right across a period, atomic radius generally:
Problem 13
As you move down a group, metallic character generally:
Problem 14
Classify each element as metal, nonmetal, or metalloid:
Problem 15
Metals typically form which type of ions?
Problem 16
Which of the following is an INCORRECT formula?
Hint: Think about typical ion charges for each element.
Problem 17
Which of the following elements would be expected to have properties most similar to calcium (Ca)?
Problem 18
Arrange the following elements in order of INCREASING atomic radius: O, S, Se, Te
Problem 19
Why do elements in the same group have similar chemical properties?
Problem 20
For each element, predict the most likely ion charge:
Problem 21
Which element would you expect to be the MOST reactive?
Problem 22
An element has 2 electrons in its outer s sublevel and 5 electrons in its outer p sublevel. What group is it in, and is it a metal or nonmetal?