The periodic Table

1. a) 3 and 6
b) 5
c) 2, 5 and 7
d) Group 3
e) 4 (Silicone/Si)

2. They all have the same number of electrons in their outer shell.

3. a) A = 2, 8, 1 B = 2, 2 C = 2, 8, 6
b) A = +1 B = +2 C = -1
c) A = NaH B = BeH2 C = H2O
A = Ionic B = Ionic C = Covalent

4. a) A metalloid is an element which has a mixture of metal and

non-metal properties.
b) Because it has luster but is brittle.
c) Boron.

5. a) The size decreases.

b) The size increases.

6. 1. Floats on water
2. Shiny

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