Periodic Trends(Patterns Of Change) Flashcards by Mihle Sikolo | Brainscape

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Ionization Energy

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Energy needed to remove an electron O- from a neutral atom (in gaseous state)

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Electron Affinity

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How easily an atom accepts an electron

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Electronegativity

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The ability to attract electrons that are negatively charged
Smaller atoms are more electronegative
Fluorine is the most electronegative

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Atomic Radius

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The radius of an atom
Distance between the nucleus or the edge of the atom
We are uncertain about the edge(ie.its not clearly demarcated)
1/2 the distance between 2 adjacent nuclei

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Electro affinity

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How easily an atom accepts an electron

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