Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Atomic structure and the Periodic Table

Atomic structure and the Periodic Table — practice question

The diagram displays part of the Periodic Table. Use only the elements shown there to answer the questions below. Each element can be chosen once, more than once or not used at all.
(a(i))[1]

Which element produces a lilac colour in a flame test?

(a(ii))[1]

Which element has a pinkish-brown metallic appearance?

(a(iii))[1]

Which element can occur in two or more distinct solid forms?

(a(iv))[1]

Which element has a complete outer electron shell with two electrons?

(a(v))[1]

Which element is obtained from hematite?

(b)[3]

Fill in the table to give the numbers of protons, electrons and neutrons in these two isotopes.

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