Periodic Table & Ions
The periodic table is where we get to find all the elements and their atomic numbers. If you understand it correctly then chemistry will just be a walk in the park for you. Take up the test below and see what you know about the periodic table and ions up until now. All the best!
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Ionization energy refers to
- A.
The energy needed to excite an electron
- B.
The energy needed to remove an electron
- C.
The energy needed to attract an electron
- D.
The energy needed to release a photon
Correct Answer
B. The energy needed to remove an electronExplanation
Ionization energy refers to the energy needed to remove an electron from an atom or ion. This energy is required to overcome the attraction between the negatively charged electron and the positively charged nucleus. The higher the ionization energy, the more difficult it is to remove an electron, indicating a stronger attraction between the electron and the nucleus. Ionization energy is an important property in understanding the behavior of atoms and their reactivity.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Electronegativity refers to
- A.
The energy needed to excite an electron
- B.
The energy needed to remove an electron
- C.
The energy needed to attract an electron
- D.
The energy needed to release a photon
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C. The energy needed to attract an electronExplanation
Electronegativity refers to the energy needed to attract an electron. This property is used to measure the ability of an atom to attract and hold onto electrons in a chemical bond. It is determined by factors such as the number of protons in the nucleus and the distance between the nucleus and the outermost electrons. Electronegativity values are used to predict the polarity of chemical bonds and the distribution of electron density in molecules.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The alkali metals family has _______ valence electrons.
- A.
1
- B.
2
- C.
6
- D.
7
- E.
8
Correct Answer
A. 1Explanation
The alkali metals family has 1 valence electron.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Magnesium (Mg) is in the __________ family.
- A.
Alkali metal
- B.
Alkaline earth metal
- C.
Transition metal
- D.
Halogen
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B. Alkaline earth metalExplanation
Magnesium (Mg) is in the alkaline earth metal family because it belongs to Group 2 of the periodic table. Alkaline earth metals are characterized by having two valence electrons and are located in the second column of the periodic table. They are less reactive than alkali metals but more reactive than transition metals. Magnesium exhibits similar properties to other alkaline earth metals such as beryllium, calcium, strontium, and barium.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Which of the following elements is an alkali metal?
- A.
Hydrogen, H
- B.
Lithium, Li
- C.
Beryllium, Be
- D.
Vanadium, V
Correct Answer
B. Lithium, LiExplanation
Lithium, Li, is the correct answer because it is an alkali metal. Alkali metals are found in Group 1 of the periodic table and have similar properties, including being highly reactive and having a single valence electron. Hydrogen, H, is not an alkali metal as it is a nonmetal. Beryllium, Be, is not an alkali metal either as it is an alkaline earth metal. Vanadium, V, is a transition metal and not an alkali metal.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Which element in period 5 has the largest atomic radii?
- A.
Rubidium, Rb
- B.
Xenon, Xe
- C.
Vanadium, V
- D.
Duborium, Db
Correct Answer
A. Rubidium, RbExplanation
Rubidium, Rb, has the largest atomic radii among the given elements. Atomic radius refers to the size of an atom, which is determined by the distance between the nucleus and the outermost electron shell. As you move down a group or period in the periodic table, the atomic radius generally increases. Since Rubidium is located in period 5, it has more energy levels and a larger atomic radius compared to Xenon, Vanadium, and Duborium which are located in period 5 as well. Therefore, Rubidium has the largest atomic radius among the given elements.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which element in group 16 has the largest atomic radius?
- A.
Oxygen, O
- B.
Sulfur, S
- C.
Selenium, Se
- D.
Tellurium, Te
- E.
Polonium, Po
Correct Answer
E. Polonium, PoExplanation
Polonium, Po, has the largest atomic radius among the elements in group 16. Atomic radius generally increases as you move down a group in the periodic table due to the addition of more energy levels. Since Polonium is located at the bottom of group 16, it has more energy levels compared to Oxygen, Sulfur, Selenium, and Tellurium, resulting in a larger atomic radius.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which family consists primarily of large, radioactive, man-made elements?
- A.
Alkali metals
- B.
Transition metals
- C.
Lanthanides
- D.
Actinides
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D. ActinidesExplanation
The family that consists primarily of large, radioactive, man-made elements is the actinides. Actinides are a series of elements that follow actinium in the periodic table and include elements such as uranium, plutonium, and americium. These elements are typically radioactive and are often produced artificially in nuclear reactors or particle accelerators.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which family is the least reactive?
- A.
Alkali metals
- B.
Halcogens
- C.
Transition metalsals
- D.
Noble gases
Correct Answer
D. Noble gasesExplanation
Noble gases are the least reactive family because they have a full outer electron shell, making them stable and unlikely to react with other elements. Their outer shell is already complete, so they do not need to gain or lose electrons to achieve stability. This lack of reactivity is due to their full valence electron configuration, making them chemically inert.Rate this question:
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- 10.
How many valence electrons does Helium (He) have?
- A.
1
- B.
2
- C.
7
- D.
8
Correct Answer
B. 2Explanation
Helium (He) has 2 valence electrons. In the periodic table, the number of valence electrons can be determined by looking at the group number of the element. Helium is in group 18, also known as the noble gases. Elements in group 18 have a full outer electron shell, which means they have 8 valence electrons except for helium, which has only 2.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Why are halogens so highly reactive?
- A.
They have 1 valence electron and want to get rid of it
- B.
They have 1 valence electrons and want 7 more electrons
- C.
They have 7 valence electrons and want 1 more electron
- D.
They have 7 valence electrons and want to get rid of all 7 electrons
Correct Answer
C. They have 7 valence electrons and want 1 more electronExplanation
Halogens are highly reactive because they have 7 valence electrons and want to gain 1 more electron to achieve a stable octet configuration. This makes them highly electronegative and eager to form bonds with other elements in order to gain the missing electron and achieve a stable electron configuration.Rate this question:
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- 12.
What is the same within a period?
- A.
The number of valence electrons
- B.
The number of orbits/shells
- C.
The reactivity characteristics
- D.
The physical properties (color, melting point, boiling point)
Correct Answer
B. The number of orbits/shellsExplanation
Within a period, the number of orbits/shells remains the same. A period in the periodic table represents the number of energy levels or shells that an atom has. As you move across a period, the number of protons and electrons increases, but the number of shells remains constant. This is because each period represents a new energy level being filled with electrons. Therefore, the number of orbits/shells is the same within a period.Rate this question:
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- 13.
The most electronegative element on the periodic table is
- A.
Lithium, Li
- B.
Francium, Fr
- C.
Astatine, At
- D.
Fluorine, F
Correct Answer
D. Fluorine, FExplanation
Fluorine is the most electronegative element on the periodic table. Electronegativity is a measure of an atom's ability to attract electrons towards itself in a chemical bond. Fluorine has the highest electronegativity value because it has a small atomic size and a high effective nuclear charge, which results in a strong attraction for electrons. This strong attraction makes fluorine highly reactive, and it readily forms bonds with other elements to achieve a stable electron configuration.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Iron (Fe) is smaller than Hassium (Hs), primarily because
- A.
Iron has fewer neutrons
- B.
Iron has a smaller mass
- C.
Iron has a smaller atomic number
- D.
Iron has fewer orbits
Correct Answer
D. Iron has fewer orbitsExplanation
Iron (Fe) is smaller than Hassium (Hs) primarily because iron has fewer orbits. The size of an atom is determined by the arrangement and number of its electrons in their respective energy levels or orbitals. Iron has fewer orbits compared to Hassium, which means that its electrons are closer to the nucleus and experience a stronger attraction. This results in a smaller atomic size for iron compared to Hassium.Rate this question:
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- 15.
The element with the lowest ionization energy periodic table is
- A.
Lithium, Li
- B.
Francium, Fr
- C.
Astatine, At
- D.
Fluorine, F
Correct Answer
B. Francium, FrExplanation
Francium, Fr, has the lowest ionization energy on the periodic table. Ionization energy is the energy required to remove an electron from an atom. Francium is located in the bottom left corner of the periodic table in Group 1, which is known as the alkali metals. Alkali metals have the lowest ionization energies because they have a single valence electron that is loosely held and easily removed. Francium, being the heaviest alkali metal, has the lowest ionization energy among all the elements on the periodic table.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Electronegativity __________ as you go down a column because the electrons are ________ to/from the nucleus.
- A.
Increases, closer
- B.
Decreases, closer
- C.
Increases, farther
- D.
Decreases, farther
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D. Decreases, fartherExplanation
As you go down a column, electronegativity decreases because the electrons are farther from the nucleus. Electronegativity is the measure of an atom's ability to attract electrons in a chemical bond. As you move down a column in the periodic table, the number of energy levels or shells increases, causing the outermost electrons to be farther from the nucleus. This increased distance weakens the attraction between the nucleus and the electrons, resulting in a decrease in electronegativity.Rate this question:
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- 17.
The most electronegative element on the periodic table is
- A.
Lithium, Li
- B.
Francium, Fr
- C.
Astatine, At
- D.
Fluorine, F
Correct Answer
D. Fluorine, FExplanation
Fluorine is the most electronegative element on the periodic table because it has the highest electronegativity value. Electronegativity refers to an atom's ability to attract electrons towards itself in a chemical bond. Fluorine has a high electronegativity due to its small atomic size and high effective nuclear charge, which results in a strong attraction for electrons. This makes fluorine highly reactive and capable of forming strong bonds with other elements.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Atomic radius __________ as you go across a period because ________
- A.
Increases, there are more orbits
- B.
Increases, the nucleus pulls less on the electrons
- C.
Decreases, there are less orbits
- D.
Decreases, the nucleus pulls more on the electrons
Correct Answer
D. Decreases, the nucleus pulls more on the electronsExplanation
As you go across a period, the atomic radius decreases because the nucleus pulls more on the electrons. This is due to the increasing number of protons in the nucleus, which increases the positive charge and attraction for the negatively charged electrons. As a result, the electrons are pulled closer to the nucleus, leading to a decrease in atomic radius.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Transition metals have _________ valence electrons.
- A.
1
- B.
2
- C.
6
- D.
8
Correct Answer
B. 2Explanation
Transition metals have 2 valence electrons. This is because transition metals are located in the d-block of the periodic table, and the d sublevel can hold a maximum of 10 electrons. However, in transition metals, the outermost s sublevel is usually partially filled, with 1 or 2 electrons. Therefore, transition metals typically have 2 valence electrons.Rate this question:
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- 20.
_______ is an example of a noble gas.
- A.
Lithium, Li
- B.
Barium, Ba
- C.
Selenium, Se
- D.
Neon, Ne
Correct Answer
D. Neon, NeExplanation
Neon is an example of a noble gas because it belongs to Group 18 of the periodic table, which is also known as the noble gases. Noble gases are characterized by their full outer electron shells, making them stable and unreactive. Neon specifically has a full outer shell of electrons, making it highly stable and commonly used in neon lights due to its ability to emit a bright orange-red light when an electric current passes through it.Rate this question:
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- 21.
To become stable, fluorine (F) will ____________one electron to become____________ charged.
- A.
Gain, positively
- B.
Gain, negatively
- C.
Lose, positively
- D.
Lose, negatively
Correct Answer
B. Gain, negativelyExplanation
Fluorine (F) is located in Group 17 of the periodic table, also known as the halogens. Halogens have seven valence electrons and need to gain one electron to achieve a stable electron configuration, similar to the noble gas configuration. When fluorine gains one electron, it will have a total of eight electrons, resulting in a negatively charged ion. This is because the added electron creates an excess negative charge, balancing out the positive charge of the protons in the nucleus.Rate this question:
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- 22.
An ion of Aluminum (Al) will have _________ protons and __________ electrons
- A.
13, 13
- B.
13, 16
- C.
13, 10
- D.
13, not enough info
Correct Answer
C. 13, 10Explanation
An ion of Aluminum (Al) will have 13 protons because the atomic number of Aluminum is 13, which represents the number of protons in its nucleus. However, it will have 10 electrons because ions are formed when atoms gain or lose electrons. Since the question does not specify whether the ion is positively or negatively charged, we cannot determine the exact number of electrons gained or lost. However, since Aluminum is in Group 13 of the periodic table, it tends to lose 3 electrons to achieve a stable configuration, resulting in 10 remaining electrons.Rate this question:
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- 23.
Rubidium (Rb) will form an ion of
- A.
Rb+1
- B.
Rb+2
- C.
Rb-1
- D.
Rb-2
Correct Answer
A. Rb+1Explanation
Rubidium (Rb) is an alkali metal located in Group 1 of the periodic table. Alkali metals tend to lose one electron to achieve a stable electron configuration, forming a positive ion with a charge of +1. Therefore, the correct answer is Rb+1.Rate this question:
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- 24.
Bromine, Br, will gain 1 electron to take the electron configuration of
- A.
He
- B.
Ne
- C.
Ar
- D.
Kr
Correct Answer
D. KrExplanation
Bromine, with atomic number 35, has an electron configuration of [Ar] 3d10 4s2 4p5. By gaining 1 electron, it will complete its outermost energy level and achieve a stable electron configuration similar to that of krypton (Kr), which is [Ar] 3d10 4s2 4p6. This process allows bromine to attain a full octet, making it more stable.Rate this question:
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- 25.
When an atom loses an electron it becomes a(n)
- A.
Anion
- B.
Cation
- C.
Isotope
- D.
Valence
Correct Answer
B. CationExplanation
When an atom loses an electron, it becomes positively charged because it now has more protons than electrons. This positively charged atom is called a cation. Cations are formed when atoms undergo oxidation, which involves the loss of electrons. Cations play an important role in chemical reactions and can easily form bonds with other atoms or molecules to achieve a stable electron configuration.Rate this question:
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