| A | B |
|---|
| Alkali Metals | Contain 1 electron in outer energy shell |
| Metals | Have luster, malleability, and ductility |
| Non-metals | Dull, brittle, poor conductors |
| Metalloids | Have characteristics of both metal and non-metals |
| Periods | There are 7 on the Periodic table |
| Groups/Families | Go down the periodic table |
| Alkaline Earth Metals | Have 2 electrons in outer energy shell |
| Boron | Borax is a common compound |
| Carbon | Used to form diamonds and graphite |
| Oxygen Family | Has 6 electrons in outer energy shell |
| Halogens | Contains Fluorine & Chlorine |
| Nitrogen Family | Contains Phosphorus |
| Noble Gases | Most stable family |
| Transition Elements | Located in the middle of the periodic table |
