Periodic Table Trends
The elements in a periodic table are arranged in such a way that they are in groups where they share the same characteristics. These periodic table trends assist one to understand the various elements. Want to test out how conversant you are with the periodic table and the periodic trends? Take this quiz below and see how much you can score.
- 1.
Why did Mendeleev leave gaps (or blanks) in his periodic table?
- 2.
In which of the section of the periodic table will you find Halogens?
Correct Answer
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Section 4 - 3.
In which section of the periodic table will you find Alkali metals?
Correct Answer
1
Section 1 - 4.
What are the terms for rows and columns on the periodic table?
- A.
Groups and periods
- B.
Rows and columns
- C.
Rows and groups
- D.
Periods and columns
- E.
Rows and periods
- F.
Columns and groups
Correct Answer
A. Groups and periodsExplanation
Periods = horizontal rows (1-7)
Groups = vertical columns (1-18)Rate this question:
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- 5.
Where in the Periodic Table are you MOST LIKELY to find an element that has a full outer electron shell?
- A.
Group 1
- B.
Group 2
- C.
Group 7
- D.
Group 8 (0)
- E.
Transition metals
Correct Answer
D. Group 8 (0) -
- 6.
Which of the following elements has the smallest atomic radius?
- A.
Aluminum
- B.
Flourine
- C.
Potassium
- D.
Sulfur
Correct Answer
C. Potassium -
- 7.
What is the electron configuration of Carbon
Correct Answer
1s2 2s2 2p2
[He] 2s2 2p2 - 8.
In which section of the periodic table will you find Noble Gases?
Correct Answer
5
Section 5 - 9.
Where in the Periodic Table are you MOST LIKELY to find an element that is used to provide an 'inert' atmosphere in welding?
- A.
Group 1
- B.
Group 2
- C.
Group 7
- D.
Group 8 (0)
- E.
Transition metals
Correct Answer
D. Group 8 (0) -
- 10.
Which of the following options is true for the periodic table trend for ionization energy?
- A.
Ionization energy increases across a row and decreases down a group
- B.
Ionization energy increases across a row and increases down a group
- C.
Ionization energy decreases across a row and increases down a group
- D.
Ionization energy decreases across a row and decreases down a group
Correct Answer
A. Ionization energy increases across a row and decreases down a group -
- 11.
In which section of the periodic table will you find transition metals?
Correct Answer
3
Section 3 - 12.
Where in the Periodic Table are you MOST LIKELY to find a solid element that is a poor conductor of heat and electricity?
- A.
Group 1
- B.
Group 2
- C.
Group 7
- D.
Group 8 (0)
- E.
Transition metals
Correct Answer
C. Group 7 -
- 13.
The energy required to remove an electron from an atom is known as:
- A.
Reactivity
- B.
Electron affinity
- C.
Electronegativity
- D.
Ionization energy
Correct Answer
D. Ionization energy -
- 14.
Where in the Periodic Table are you MOST LIKELY to find an element that shows catalytic properties?
- A.
Group 1
- B.
Group 2
- C.
Group 7
- D.
Group 8 (0)
- E.
Transition metals
Correct Answer
E. Transition metals -
- 15.
Which of the following elements has the largest atomic radius?
- A.
Iron
- B.
Bromine
- C.
Krypton
- D.
Arsenic
Correct Answer
C. Krypton -
- 16.
The least electronegative elements are the:
- A.
Metalloids
- B.
Alkali metals
- C.
Alkaline Earth metals
- D.
Transition metals
- E.
Noble Gases
- F.
Halogens
Correct Answer
B. Alkali metals -
- 17.
The measure of the attraction that an atom has for electrons involved in chemical bonds is known as:
- A.
Electron affinity
- B.
Electronegativity
- C.
Ionization Energy
- D.
Reactivity
Correct Answer
B. Electronegativity -
- 18.
Which of the following element has the largest first ionization energy?
- A.
Oxygen
- B.
Fluorine
- C.
Carbon
- D.
Bromine
Correct Answer
B. Fluorine -
- 19.
Anions have a ______________ charge and are ______________ than the atoms from which they formed.
- A.
Positive/smaller
- B.
Positive/larger
- C.
Negative/smaller
- D.
Negative/larger
Correct Answer
D. Negative/larger -
- 20.
Which of the following element has the smallest first ionization energy?
- A.
Oxygen
- B.
Phosphor
- C.
Sodium
- D.
Sulfur
Correct Answer
C. Sodium -
- 21.
In the periodic table trend for atomic radius, the atomic radius decreases across a period and increases down a group.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. True -
- 22.
Cations have a ______________ charge and are ______________ than the atoms from which they formed.
- A.
Positive/smaller
- B.
Positive/larger
- C.
Negative/smaller
- D.
Negative/larger
Correct Answer
A. Positive/smaller -
- 23.
How many valence electrons do the Alkali Metals have?
Correct Answer
1 - 24.
How many valence electrons do the Alkaline Earth metals have?
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2 - 25.
How many valence electrons do the elements in Group 13 have?
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3 - 26.
How many valence electrons do the elements in Group 14 have?
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4 - 27.
How many valence electrons do the elements in Group 15 have?
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5 - 28.
How many valence electrons do the elements in Group 16 have?
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6 - 29.
How many valence electrons do the Halogens have?
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7 - 30.
How many valence electrons do the Noble Gases have?
Correct Answer
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