Metals- Types And Properties

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1.

Which of these are properties of metals?
- A.
  
  Conducts electricity
- B.
  
  Malleable
- C.
  
  Dull
- D.
  
  Ductile
Correct Answer(s)
A. Conducts electricity
B. Malleable
D. Ductile

Explanation
The first option is correct, because metals are known to conduct electricity.
Option two is also correct. Metals are malleable, meaning they are "able to be hammered or pressed permanently out of shape without breaking or cracking."
The third option is incorrect. Metals are commonly shiny and lustrous. Dull is the opposite of this, and is therefore not a characteristic of metals.
The fourth option is correct. Ductile is defined as "able to be drawn out into a thin wire." This is true for metals, since metals are often used in wire.

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2.

Select the options which mostly describe transition metals.
- A.
  
  Poor corrosion resistance
- B.
  
  Hard and strong
- C.
  
  High density
- D.
  
  Low boiling points
Correct Answer(s)
B. Hard and strong
C. High density

Explanation
The first answer is incorrect. Most transition metals are known for their resistance to corrosion. This trait makes them more useful in a variety of situations.
The second answer is correct. Transition metals are generally hard and strong.
The third answer is correct. Transition metals are generally quite dense.
The fourth answer is incorrect. Transition metals often have quite high melting and boiling points.
It is some of these general properties of transition metals that make them among the most useful metallic elements.

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3.

This is the name for the elements in group 1.
- A.
  
  Akali Earth Metals
- B.
  
  Transition Metals
- C.
  
  Alkali Metals
- D.
  
  Halogens
Correct Answer
C. Alkali Metals

Explanation
The answer to this question is Alkali Metals. Alkali Metals are in group one because they only have one electron in their valance shell.

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4.

A positively charged ion is called a ___________.

Correct Answer
Cation
cation

Explanation
A cation is a positively charged ion, or an ion that has more protons than electrons.

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5.

Alkali metals can usually be
- A.
  
  Tested for using the flame test
- B.
  
  Found in their pure states
- C.
  
  Cut with a knife
- D.
  
  Non reactive
Correct Answer(s)
A. Tested for using the flame test
C. Cut with a knife

Explanation
The first answer is correct. When adding an alkali metal to water, they will fizz, catch fire, and possibly even explode. This is because they are highly reactive as a result of their single valance electron.

The second answer is incorrect. Due to the high reactivity of these metals, they are rarely found in their native state, as they have usually reacted with something in their environment.

The third answer is correct. Many alkali metals are soft, and can be cut with a knife.

The fourth answer is incorrect. Due to the single electron in the valance shell, these metals are extremely reactive and somewhat dangerous as a result.

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6.

The columns in the periodic table are called groups.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
This is a true statement. The columns in the periodic table are called groups. The rows are called periods.

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7.

Select the traits of aluminum.
- A.
  
  Reacts strongly with iodine
- B.
  
  High density
- C.
  
  High melting point
- D.
  
  Most common metal in Earth's crust
Correct Answer(s)
A. Reacts strongly with iodine
C. High melting point
D. Most common metal in Earth's crust

Explanation
Aluminum has many unique characteristics distinguishing it from other metals. This question displays them clearly.

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8.

Which of the following is not true about the periodic table?
- A.
  
  The periodic table arranges all the elements in groups according to their properties.
- B.
  
  The periodic table catalogs reactions among elements.
- C.
  
  Hydrogen is often separated because it is not technically an alkali metal
- D.
  
  All of the elements in the same group have similar PROPERTIES
Correct Answer
B. The periodic table catalogs reactions among elements.

Explanation
The second answer is incorrect. The periodic table organizes elements, which gives some idea of how they might react, but does not categorize their actual reaction.

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Metals- Types And Properties

Which of these are properties of metals?

Select the options which mostly describe transition metals.

This is the name for the elements in group 1.

A positively charged ion is called a ___________.

Alkali metals can usually be

The columns in the periodic table are called groups.

Select the traits of aluminum.

Which of the following is not true about the periodic table?