C1: Quiz 11
1)
a) Where are the metals found in the periodic table?
b) Where are the non-metals found in the periodic table?
2) You do not need to explain your answers.
a) Do non-metals generally react to form positive ions?
b) Do non-metals generally react to form negative ions?
3) Do metals generally react to form positive or negative ions? Explain how and why they form these ions with respect to their positions in the periodic table.
4) Why is it hard for non-metals to lose electrons?
5) Two elements (A and B) react to produce an ionic compound that is made up of A+ ions and B- ions.
a) Out of A and B, which element is a metal? Explain your answer.
b) Out of A and B, which element is a non-metal? Explain your answer.
6) Are the majority of elements in the periodic table metals or non-metals?
7) Give three characteristics of metals?
8) Give three characteristics of non-metals?