Are You A Master Of The Periodic Table?

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Are You A Master Of The Periodic Table? - Quiz

Do you think you are a master of the periodic table of elements?
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1.

Fill In The Blank The periodic symbol for Iron is

Explanation
The correct answer for the periodic symbol for Iron is Fe.

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Fill In The BlankMg is the periodic symbol for

Explanation
Mg is the periodic symbol for Magnesium. Magnesium is a chemical element with the symbol Mg and atomic number 12. It is a shiny gray solid that is highly reactive and is commonly used in various applications, such as in alloys, fireworks, and as a dietary supplement.

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Choose the correct answer. What is the first periodic element in the upper left corner of the periodic table?
- A.
  
  Calcium
- B.
  
  Hydrogen
- C.
  
  Helium
- D.
  
  Lithium
Correct Answer
B. Hydrogen

Explanation
Hydrogen is the first periodic element in the upper left corner of the periodic table. It has an atomic number of 1, indicating that it has only one proton in its nucleus. Hydrogen is the lightest and simplest element, consisting of just one electron and one proton. It is a colorless, odorless, and highly flammable gas. Hydrogen is unique because it can easily lose or gain an electron, making it a versatile element that can form various compounds.

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True or False?The periodic symbol for Fluorine is Fr.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Fluorines periodic symbol is F

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Choose the correct answer.How many Alkali Metals are shown on the Periodic Table?
- A.
  
  6
- B.
  
  8
- C.
  
  4
- D.
  
  12
Correct Answer
A. 6

Explanation
Lithium, Sodium, Potassium, Rubidium, Caesium and Francium

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6.

Choose the correct answer.C is the periodic symbol for what element?
- A.
  
  Copper
- B.
  
  Calcium
- C.
  
  Carbon
- D.
  
  Chlorine
Correct Answer
C. Carbon

Explanation
The correct answer is Carbon. The periodic symbol for Carbon is C. Copper is represented by Cu, Calcium by Ca, and Chlorine by Cl.

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True or False?Sulfur is located right below Oxygen on the periodic table.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Sulfur is located right below Oxygen on the periodic table. This statement is true. In the periodic table, elements are arranged in order of increasing atomic number. Oxygen has an atomic number of 8, and sulfur has an atomic number of 16. Since sulfur has a higher atomic number than oxygen, it is located below oxygen in the periodic table.

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How many elements on the table start with the letter B?
- A.
  
  5
- B.
  
  7
- C.
  
  9
- D.
  
  6
Correct Answer
D. 6

Explanation
Beryllium, Barium, Bohrium, Bismuth, Bromine and Boron

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9.

True or False?There are no 3 letter periodic symbols.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Uut, Uup, Uus and Uuo

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Choose the correct answer.What is the periodic symbol for Platinum?
- A.
  
  Pl
- B.
  
  Pt
- C.
  
  Pn
- D.
  
  Pa
Correct Answer
B. Pt

Explanation
The correct periodic symbol for Platinum is Pt.

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