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Chemistry – Atomic and Molecular Structure Lesson 1-3 Practice Exercises



True/False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
 

 1. 

The Alkali Metals have one electron in their outermost shell.
 

Multiple Choice
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
 

 2. 

The ____________ contain one electron in their outermost shell.
a.
Alkali Metals
b.
Halogens
c.
Alkaline Earth Metals
d.
Metalloids
 

 3. 

The Alkali Metals are not used to make coins because they
a.
aren’t worth much.
b.
don’t shine enough.
c.
are very light and quite reactive.
d.
have 2 electrons in their outermost shell.
 

 4. 

Fe (iron) is a(n) _________.
a.
Alkali Metal
b.
Alkaline Earth Metal
c.
Transition Metal
d.
Metalloid
 

 5. 

‘Malleability’ means
a.
ability to bend.
b.
likely to fracture
c.
ability to be deformed.
d.
capable of being hammered into a sheet.
 



 
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