The Periodic Table and its Classification

This set of MCQs helps you brush up on important chemistry topics and prepare you to dive into skill practice.

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How many groups are in the modern periodic table?

9

18

7

5

The two divisions of the periodic table split the table into an A division and a B division. The naming system used in standard chemistry textbooks uses the A and B divisions in the naming of the groups (ex: group 1B, group 3B).

X

Y

W

Z

The largest block, denoted as D, spans ten groups. Which letter best represents the D block?

W

Z

Y

X

The periodic table has an odd shape because of the varying sizes of the periods and groups. The structure makes a little more sense if the table is divided into four sections, commonly called blocks. The blocks represent four different energy sublevels. The smallest block, denoted as S, spans two groups. Which letter best represents the S block?

Y

W

X

Z

What is the name of the A division?

Metals

Non metals

Transition Metals

Representative Elements

Which is the odd one out?

Sulphur

Arsenic

Phosphorous

Aluminum

Which is the odd one out?

Barium

Platinum

Lithium

Magnesium

Which is the odd one out?

Iodine

Carbon

Boron

Zinc

Quiz/Test Summary
Title: The Periodic Table and its Classification
Questions: 8
Contributed by:
Steve