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The elements can be placed in the periodic table. The position of an element provides information about its properties. Most elements are metals, with different properties to those of non-metals.

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The Periodic Table

Question 1 of 10

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Which statement about elements is correct?

Select one of the following:

  • Most elements are metals

  • Most elements are non-metals

  • There are about the same number of metals and non-metals

Explanation

Question 2 of 10

1

Where are the metals found in the periodic table?

Select one of the following:

  • On the left

  • On the right

  • Scattered all over

Explanation

Question 3 of 10

1

Which of the following is a general property of non-metals?

Select one of the following:

  • Shiny

  • Good heat conductor

  • Poor heat conductor

Explanation

Question 4 of 10

1

Which of the following is a general property of metals?

Select one of the following:

  • Brittle

  • Strong

  • Poor conductor of heat

Explanation

Question 5 of 10

1

An element sinks in water and makes a ringing sound when hit. It is most likely to be:

Select one of the following:

  • A metal

  • A non-metal

  • An alloy

Explanation

Question 6 of 10

1

Which of these is an element in group 2?

Select one of the following:

  • Sodium

  • Aluminium

  • Calcium

Explanation

Question 7 of 10

1

Which element from this list will be most similar to neon?

Select one of the following:

  • Zinc

  • Argon

  • Fluorine

Explanation

Question 8 of 10

1

Who developed the modern periodic table?

Select one of the following:

  • Isaac Newton

  • Dmitri Mendeleev

  • Gregor Mendel

Explanation

Question 9 of 10

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What is produced when magnesium burns in air?

Select one of the following:

  • Magnesium oxide

  • Magnesium hydroxide

  • Magnesium carbonate

Explanation

Question 10 of 10

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What term can be used to describe non-metal oxides?

Select one of the following:

  • Acids

  • Alkalis

  • Bases

Explanation

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