Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Atomic structure and the Periodic Table

Atomic structure and the Periodic Table — practice question

The diagram presents a section of the Periodic Table. Groups I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII and VIII are included. The elements shown are Li in Group I; Ti, Cr, Fe, Cu and Zn among the transition metals; C, N, O, F, Ne; Al, Si, P, S, Cl, Ar; Ge, Br, Kr; Sn, I, Xe; Pb.
(a(i))[1]

Which element makes up 78% of the air?

(a(ii))[1]

Which element has an oxide that is a product of respiration?

(a(iii))[1]

Which element is used to make food containers because it resists corrosion?

(a(iv))[1]

Which element gives an ion of type $X^{3+}$?

(a(v))[1]

Which element forms an ion whose aqueous solution gives a light blue precipitate when a few drops of aqueous ammonia are added?

(b(i))[1]

What does the term element mean?

(b(ii))[3]

Fill in the table to show how many protons, neutrons and electrons are present in one atom of each isotope.

(b(iii))[1]

Find how many electrons are present in one calcium ion, $\text{Ca}^{2+}$.

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