Chapter 6 - Periodic Table Flashcards
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ionization
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the process of adding electrons to or removing electrons from an atom or group of atoms
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group
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a vertical column of elements in the periodic table
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valance electron
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an electron in the outermost energy level of an atom
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Ion
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an atom or a group of atoms that has lost or gained one or more electrons and therefore has a net electric charge
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Cation
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Ion with (+)
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Anion
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Ion with (-)
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Electronegativity
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a measure of the tendency of an atom to attract a bonding pair of electrons
-> = more ⬇️ = less
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Metals
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the elements that are good conductors of heat and electricity
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Non metals
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the elements that are usually poor conductors of heat and electricity
10
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Alkaline earth metal family
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group 2 or 2A, reactive, but found in nature
