unit 1 review Flashcards
list the kinetic molecular theory (4)
- all matter is made up of very small particles.
- there is empty space between particles.
- particles are constantly moving.
- energy makes particles move.
what is physical property?
it is when matter’s appearance may change but no chemical bonds are broken or made
what are subatomic particles that make up atom?
electrons, protons, and neutrons
where is each kind of particle located in an atom?
protons and neutrons are located in the nucleus, while electrons are around the nucleus
where is most of the mass of an atom located?
nucleus
what part of an atom makes up most of the volume?
around the nucleus
what is an element?
an element can’t be broken down
approximately how many different elements have been identified?
about 92 are natural, 115+ are with machines
(periodic table) what is another name for row?
period
(periodic table) what is another name for group?
family
what do elements in the same column of the periodic table have in common?
they tend to share the similar physical and chemical properties
what are the names of two families of metals in the periodic table?
alkali (1) and
alkaline (2)
what are the names of two families of non-metals in the periodic table?
halogens (17) and noble gases (18)
what is a valence electron?
valence electron is an electron in the outer shell of an atom
how many valence electrons are in elements belonging to the alkali metal family?
one