Electronic Structures Flashcards
1
Q
What are ‘group 0’ elements called?
A
Noble gases
2
Q
Why are ‘group 0’ elements called ‘noble gases’?
A
They have a full outer shell (8 electrons on the outer shell) - apart from helium which only has one shell but it’s still full (2 electrons)
3
Q
What is the makor difference between metals and non-mentals?
A
Metals are good conductors, where as non-metals are good insulators
4
Q
Which groups are metals placed in?
A
Group 1, group 2, and group 3
5
Q
Which groups are non-metals placed in?
A
Group 5, group 6, and group 7
