A neon atom (Ne) is unreactive for which of the following reasons?

a) It has 7 valence electrons.

b) It has 8 valence electrons.

c) Its valence shell is full of electrons.

d) It has 20 valence electrons.

e) b and c only.

How many electrons does an Oxygen atom need to fulfill the octet rule by filling its valence shell?

a) 8.

b) 4.

c) 1.

d) 2.

e) 6.

What is a chemical element?

Diagram the electronic configuration of a carbon atom.

Using the periodic table, answer the following questions:

a. What is the atomic number for lithium (Li)?

b. What is the atomic mass of oxygen (O)?

c. What is the chemical symbol for potassium?

d. How many protons does nitrogen have?

e. How many neutrons does lead have?

What ions result when hydrogen donates one electron to fluorine?

Label the features of the periodic table box:

Which of the following structures have no electrical charge?

a. Protons

b. Electrons

c. Neutrons

d. Ions