Chemistry Basics
MS-PS1-1
Use periodic-table patterns as evidence
Read groups, periods, metals, nonmetals, and basic property patterns.
Learn the skill
- 1Read groups, periods, metals, nonmetals, and basic property patterns.
- 2Use the table as evidence instead of memorizing isolated facts.
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NYS Grades 3-8 Science Learning Standards · New York State Education DepartmentPractice preview
A comparison uses 25 elements from one periodic-table group. Those elements often share:
Elements 25 and 30 react in similar ways and appear in the same vertical column. What pattern is supported?
A comparison uses 9 elements from one periodic-table group. Those elements often share:
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