*Periodic Table info Flashcards
1
Q
The group is _________ while the period is ________
A
vertical(downwards), horizontal (from the left)
2
Q
When a metal loses electrons, it becomes a __________ion
A
+ve ion
3
Q
When a non-metal gains electrons, it becomes a ________ ion
A
-ve
4
Q
an ion is formed when a atom or group of atoms ______________.
A
gains or loses electrons
5
Q
_______must always remain the same and cannot change.
A
Protons
