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2.2 The periodic table

2.2 The periodic table

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The table gives information about four elements, W, X, Y and Z.

ElementMelting point (∘C^\circ\mathrm{C}∘C)Conducts electricity as a solid?Ions formed in its compounds
W3550yesnone (forms only covalent compounds)
X98yesX+\mathrm{X^{+}}X+
Y-101noY−\mathrm{Y^{-}}Y−
Z1085yesZ2+\mathrm{Z^{2+}}Z2+

Which of these elements are non-metals?

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A

Y only

B

X and Y only

C

W and Y only

D

W, X and Y only

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2.2 The periodic table Questions

  1. GCSE
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  3. /2.2 The periodic table

80 exam-style questions on Edexcel GCSE Chemistry 2.2 The periodic table, covering 2.2.1 Mendeleev's periodic table, 2.2.2 Periods, groups, metals and non-metals, and 2.2.3 Electronic configuration and position in the periodic table. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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