What is the name given to the elements that are located to the left of the “stair step” or “zigzag line” on the Periodic Table?

Chlorine (Cl) is a yellow-green gas at room temperature. Based only on this information, where would you expect to find this element on the Periodic Table?

Gold is an element that is often used to make necklaces, rings, and other types of jewelry. What property of gold makes it useful in this way?

A(n) _______________ is a material that allows electricity and heat to pass through it easily.

Elements that have properties of both metals and nonmetals are referred to as

_______________.

The way light reflects from the surface of a substance is known as _______________.

Elements that are mostly shiny, silver or gray in color, malleable, ductile, and good conductors of heat and electricity are referred to as _______________.

The ability to be hammered into thin sheets is known as _______________.

The ability to be stretched into a wire is known as _______________.

Elements that are mostly dull, brittle, not malleable or ductile, and poor conductors of heat and electricity are referred to as _______________.

The majority of elements on the Periodic Table are classified as nonmetals.

Nonmetals are malleable.

Copper (Cu) - Copper is commonly used as a conductor and as a building material.

Carbon (C) - Carbon is an organic element found in all living organisms.

Silicon (Si) - Silicon is used in circuits for computers and cell phones.