1.7 - Variation of Metallic and Non-Metallic Character
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Define metallic character.
💡 Hint: Think about how metals behave with electrons.
What happens to non-metallic character across a period?
💡 Hint: Look at the trends in the periodic table.
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What is metallic character?
💡 Hint: Think about how metals behave in reactions.
Does non-metallic character increase across a period?
💡 Hint: Look at the general trends in the periodic table.
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Explain how the trend of metallic character can influence the choice of metals used in electrical wiring.
💡 Hint: Think about why conductivity is important in wiring.
Analyze the effects of increasing metallic character on the physical properties of elements in a group, such as boiling and melting points.
💡 Hint: Consider how stability changes with electronic structure.
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