2.6 - Metallic and Nonmetallic Character
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Practice Questions
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What is metallic character?
💡 Hint: Think about where metals are located on the Periodic Table.
Name one property of nonmetals.
💡 Hint: Consider the general appearance of nonmetals.
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Which of the following has the highest metallic character?
💡 Hint: Think about where you find metals in the Periodic Table.
True or False: Nonmetals are good conductors of electricity.
💡 Hint: Recall the properties associated with nonmetals.
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Compare the properties of sodium (a metal) with chlorine (a nonmetal) regarding their reactivity and character.
💡 Hint: Consider their tendencies in reactions.
Discuss how the location of an element on the Periodic Table can help predict its metallic or nonmetallic character.
💡 Hint: Look at the grouping of elements along the table.
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