Trends in the period table Flashcards
1
Q
What is a similarity between elements on the same period?
A
They have the same number of shells.
2
Q
What is a similarity between elements on the same group?
A
They have the same number of valence electrons.
3
Q
Why are noble gases not reactive?
A
They have 8 valence electrons which is the most stable arrangement of electrons.
