Question 1

Which of the following elements is most likely to exhibit metallic properties such as luster, conductivity, and malleability?

Accepted Answer

Calcium, Ca

Question 2

What are the three main classifications of elements in the Periodic Table?

Accepted Answer

Metals, non-metals, and metalloids

Question 3

Which physical property is NOT typically associated with metals?

Accepted Answer

Brittleness

Question 4

Non-metals tend to have which of the following properties?

Accepted Answer

Dull appearance and poor conductivity

Question 5

Which of the following elements is classified as a metalloid?

Accepted Answer

Si

Question 6

Metalloids are best described as elements that:

Accepted Answer

Have properties of both metals and non-metals

Question 7

Which of the following statements about the periodic table is correct?

Accepted Answer

Metals are the largest classification of elements

Question 8

Which property is most commonly used to distinguish metals from non-metals?

Accepted Answer

Electrical conductivity

Question 9

If an element is shiny, conducts electricity, and is malleable, it is most likely a:

Accepted Answer

Metal

Question 10

Which of the following elements would you expect to be transparent and brittle?

Accepted Answer

Sulfur, S

Question 11

On the periodic table, metalloids are typically found:

Accepted Answer

Between metals and non-metals

Question 12

Which of the following is a correct statement about the trend of metallic character across a period?

Accepted Answer

Metallic character decreases from left to right

Question 13

Which element would be expected to have the highest electrical conductivity?

Accepted Answer

Sodium, Na

Question 14

A student is given a sample that is dull, brittle, and does not conduct electricity. The sample is most likely a:

Accepted Answer

Non-metal

Question 15

Which of the following elements is most likely to be malleable and opaque?

Accepted Answer

Aluminum, Al

Question 16

Which of the following elements is a non-metal?

Accepted Answer

Sulfur, S

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT a property of metalloids?

Accepted Answer

Excellent electrical conductivity

Question 18

Which of the following elements would you expect to be a poor conductor and transparent?

Accepted Answer

Oxygen, O

Question 19

Which element is most likely to be found bordering the metals and non-metals on the periodic table?

Accepted Answer

Silicon, Si

Question 20

Which of the following elements is most likely to be ductile and have a shiny surface?

Accepted Answer

Magnesium, Mg

Classification of Elements in the Periodic Table: Metals, Non-metals, and Metalloids

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