Warm-Up Deck Flashcards
Get ready to master the essentials of the periodic table with our concise and focused study tool! This deck covers all the key aspects you need to know.
Name the element.
Hydrogen is a very important element in compounds of living systems, but is rarely found in its molecular gas form (H2) naturally.
Name the element.
Most helium on Earth is generated by radioactive decay of other elements like thorium or uranium.
Name the element.
Nitrogen comes from the Greek ‘nitron’ and ‘genes’ to altogether mean ‘nitre forming’.
Name the element.
Oxygen gets its name from ‘oxy genes’, the Greek for ‘acid forming’.
Name the element.
Sodium in its ionic form is essential for biological processes such as signal transmission between neurons (brain cells).
Name the element.
Aluminum gets its name from the latin ‘alumen’ meaning ‘bitter salt’.
Name the element.
Phosphorus comes from the very similar Greek word ‘phosphoros’, translating to ‘bringer of light’.
Name the element.
Potassium is an essential element for the functioning of many organs, including the heart, kidneys, and muscles.
Name the element.
The average human is made up of about 1kg of calcium.
Name the element.
In the Earth’s crust, iron is the fourth most abundant element by mass.
Name the symbol.
Carbon is the fourth most abundant element in the universe by mass.
Name the symbol.
Fluorine is the most electronegative element and is highly reactive.
Name the symbol.
Neon is a noble gas that is most commonly used in advertising signs.
Name the symbol.
Diatoms (photosynthesising algae) uniquely have cell walls made up of silica (hydrated silicon dioxide).
Name the symbol.
Sulfur is a nonmetal that is used in the production of sulfuric acid.
Name the symbol.
Chlorine is a highly reactive nonmetal that is commonly used as a disinfectant.
Name the symbol.
Cobalt is a transition metal that is used in the production of rechargeable batteries.
Name the symbol.
Nickel is a transition metal that is commonly used in the production of coins.
Name the symbol.
Copper is a transition metal that is highly conductive and is widely used in electrical wiring.
Name the symbol.
Zinc is a transition metal that is used in the production of galvanized steel.
Give the atomic number.
Boron is a metalloid that is used as a neutron absorber in nuclear reactors.
It is used in the production of fire-retardant materials, and is an essential mineral component of plant cell walls.
Give the atomic number.
Cobalt is a hard, lustrous transition metal used in producing alloys, magnets, and as a pigment in ceramics and glass.
It is also used in superalloys for jet engines, rechargeable batteries, some cancer treatments in its radioactive form, and as a component in vitamin B12.
Give the atomic number.
Zinc is a bluish-white transition metal used in producing galvanized steel, batteries, and as a micronutrient in the human body.
Excessive amounts of zinc may be carcinogenic, and newly formed zinc (II) oxide can cause a condition known as ‘oxide shakes’ or ‘zinc chills’.
Give the atomic number.
Krypton is a colorless, odorless noble gas used in some lighting, lasers, and as an insulating gas in windows and double glazing.
While it generally does not react with other elements under normal conditions, krypton is reactive enough to form some compounds, unlike most other noble gases.
Give the atomic number.
Silver is a shiny metal.
It is used in jewelry, coins, photography, electronics, and various industrial applications. Due to its antibacterial properties, silver nanoparticles are used in clothing to prevent odors caused by bacteria.
Give the atomic number.
Tin is a silvery-white metal.
It is used to make solder with lead, cans, and as a protective coating for other metals. Tin slowly turns to powder at temperatures below 13°C.
Give the atomic number.
Iodine is a bluish-black halogen.
It is used in pharmaceuticals, dyes, and as a disinfectant. Louis Daguerre popularized the use of iodine in photography, creating images on metal plates called daguerreotypes.
Give the atomic number.
79
Gold is a dense, yellow transition metal.
It is highly valued for its beauty and rarity, used in jewelry, electronics, and as a monetary store of value. Gold alloys are identified by ‘carat’ to indicate the amount of gold present.
24-carat gold is pure gold, while lower values like 18 and 9-carat are often favored for their higher durability.
Give the atomic number.
Mercury is a heavy, silvery transition metal.
It is the only metal that is liquid at room temperature and is used in thermometers, barometers, and controversially in dental amalgams.
Despite having no known biological role, mercury is present in trace amounts in all living systems, including food.
Give the atomic number.
Lead is a dense, bluish-gray post-transition metal.
It is used in the production of batteries, ammunition, and as a protective coating for electrical cables.
It is obtained through a roasting process of the mineral galena, but in places such as the UK some quantities are obtained via recycling of items like pipes and batteries.
Which element is known as the “King of Metals” and has been highly valued since ancient times for its rarity and luster?
Gold’s symbol, Au, comes from the Latin word “aurum,” which means “shining dawn.”
What element, commonly known as “quicksilver,” is the only metal that is liquid at room temperature?
Mercury’s symbol, Hg, comes from the Latin word “hydrargyrum,” which means “water-silver.”
Which element is the most abundant in the Earth’s crust and is essential for the formation of computer chips and solar cells?
Silicon was discovered by Swedish chemist Jöns Jacob Berzelius in 1824.
Which element is a noble gas that is used in lighting and makes signs glow?
Neon was discovered in 1898 by British chemists Sir William Ramsay and Morris Travers.
Which element, crucial for the functioning of all living cells, forms the backbone of DNA and RNA?
Phosphorus was discovered by the German alchemist Hennig Brand in 1669.
