Lecture1-matter_andcomponents.pptVIP

English for Chemistry Specialty Columns are called GROUPS (FAMILIES) and rows are called PERIODS. Elements in a group have similar chemical and physical properties. The total number of electrons within a group is different, increasing in number down a group However, the number of electrons furthest away from the nucleus, called the OUTER or VALENCE electrons is the same for all elements in a group. Groups are referred to by names, which often derive from their properties I – Alkali metals; II – Alkaline Earth metals VII – Halogens; VIII – Noble gases The elements in the middle block are c