Atomic Structure and the Periodic Table

Question 1

Where on the periodic table is a metal element most likely found?

Accepted Answer

middle

Question 2

Which best describes a row of elements in the periodic table?

Accepted Answer

period

Question 3

Which element is liquid at room temperature?

Accepted Answer

mercury

Question 4

This picture represents 2 Hydrogen atoms bonded to 1 Oxygen atom. What compound is this?

Accepted Answer

water (H2O)

Question 5

Sodium (Na) is a highly reactive metal. What period is it in?

Accepted Answer

3

Question 6

When two elements form a chemical bond, what is the product?

Accepted Answer

compound

Question 7

What characteristics of an element determine its placement on the periodic table?

Accepted Answer

# of protons

Question 8

*Tie Breaker* How many elements are currently on the periodic table?

Accepted Answer

118

Question 9

Which is not a characteristic of a metal?

Accepted Answer

brittle

Question 10

If an element has no electrons to share and is stable it belongs to what family?

Accepted Answer

noble gases

Question 11

Sodium (Na) and chlorine (Cl) bond to form what housed item? Hint:NaCl

Accepted Answer

salt

Question 12

The ______ has elements ordered by increasing atomic mass.

Accepted Answer

periodic table

Question 13

Which is the most reactive group of nonmetals?

Accepted Answer

group 17

Question 14

Which is the best example of a heterogeneous mixture?

Accepted Answer

salad

Question 15

Which is composed of only one type of atom?

Accepted Answer

element

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