Topic 6 - Groups On The Periodic Table Flashcards
1
Q
What is group 8 or 0 known as?
A
The noble gasses
2
Q
What is group 7 known as?
A
The halogens
3
Q
What are the properties of the noble gases?
A
Lack reactivity because:
- their atoms have full outer shells of electrons
- they do not lose or gain or share electrons
4
Q
What happens as you go down group 7?
A
- melting points increase
- boiling points increase
5
Q
What is group 1 known as?
A
The alkali metals
6
Q
What are the properties of group 1 metals?
A
- good conductors of heat and electricity
- shiny when freshly cut
7
Q
What is the reactivity like for the alkali metals?
A
Reactivity increase as you go down the group
8
Q
Where are non metals found?
A
On the right
9
Q
Where are metals found?
A
On the left
