d and f BLOCK ELEMENTS

Which of the following properties is generally associated with metals?

• They tend to gain electrons to form anions.
• They have high ionization enthalpies.
• They tend to lose electrons to form cations.
• They have low electrical conductivity.

What is the general trend for atomic radius as you move down a group?

• It generally increases.
• It generally decreases.
• It remains constant.
• It first increases then decreases.

What is the general trend for atomic radius as you move across a period from left to right?

• It generally increases.
• It generally decreases.
• It remains constant.
• It first decreases then increases.

What is the typical charge on an ion formed by an element in Group 13?

• +1
• +2
• +3
• 0

How many valence electrons does an element in Group 16 typically have?

• 4
• 5
• 6
• 7