Quizzes about:blocks of elements,types of elements ,electronic configurations

These quizzes about:

S-block elements

d-bock elements

p-block elements 

f-block elemnts

representative elements

Alkali metals

Alkali earth metals

transition metals

noble gases

Quiz Questions:

1-What is the name of the block of elements located on the right-hand side of the periodic table that includes groups 13 to 18?

2-Which series of elements in the periodic table is characterized by partially filled d- orbitals and includes elements from Scandium (Sc) to Zinc (Zn)?

3-What are the elements located at the bottom two rows of the periodic table, filling the 4f and 5f orbitals, called collectively?

4-How many elements are there in the first transition series, which includes Scandium (Sc) to Zinc (Zn)?

5-Which group of elements is known for forming colorful compounds, variable oxidation states, and acting as good catalysts?

Quiz Answers:

1-The block of elements located on the right-hand side of the periodic table that includes groups 13 to 18 is called the “p-block.”

2-The series of elements characterized by partially filled d orbitals and includes elements from Scandium (Sc) to Zinc (Zn) is the “first transition series.”

3-The elements located at the bottom two rows of the periodic table, filling the 4f and 5f orbitals, are collectively called “f-block elements.” The two specific series are the “lanthanides” and the “actinides.”

4-There are 10 elements in the first transition series, which includes Scandium (Sc) to Zinc (Zn).

5-The group of elements known for forming colorful comp

These quizzes about:

S-block elements

d-bock elements

p-block elements 

f-block elemnts

representative elements

Alkali metals

Alkali earth metals

transition metals

noble gases

These quizzes about:

S-block elements

d-bock elements

p-block elements 

f-block elemnts

representative elements

Alkali metals

Alkali earth metals

transition metals

noble gases

ounds, variable oxidation states, and acting as good catalysts are the “transition metals” or the “d-block elements.”

Quiz Questions:

1-Which group of elements in the periodic table is known for having full valence electron shells and is generally chemically inert?

2-What is the electron configuration of the first element in the first transition series, Scandium (Sc)?

3-How many elements are there in the lanthanide series, and which is the first element in this series?

4-Name one property that is commonly associated with the actinide series.

5-In the periodic table, what term is often used to describe the horizontal rows?

Quiz Answers:

1-The group of elements known for having full valence electron shells and being generally chemically inert are the “Noble gases.”

2-The electron configuration of Scandium (Sc) is 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶ 4s² 3d¹.

3-There are 15 elements in the lanthanide series, and the first element in this series is Cerium (Ce).

4-One property commonly associated with the actinide series is radioactivity. Many actinides are radioactive.

5-In the periodic table, the horizontal rows are often referred to as “periods.”

Multiple-choice Quiz with answers

1)Which of the following elements is located in the same period of silicon 14Si in the MPT?

1. )32Ge       
2. )21Sc       
3. )11Na       
4. )38Sr

2)The properties of the two elements  ……. Are similar

1. )19K         
2. )31Ga,32Ge          
3. )17Cl , 35Br
4. )55Cs  ,56Ba

3)The elements which follow neon gas are located in the …….. period

1. )first          
2. )second              
3. )third        
4. )fourth

4)The only noble gas that does not end with ns2 ,np6 is ……….

1. )Helium   
2. )radon  
3. )neon  
4. )krypton

5)An element with atomic number 42 the number of its half-filled orbitals is …..

1. )1  
2. )4  
3. )5  
4. )6.

6)In which of the following salts the number of electrons of its positive ion equals the number of electrons of its negative ion?

1. )MgCl2               
2. )NaCl       
3. )MgO       
4. )MgS

7)what is the number of the periods in the periodic table in the elements from hydrogen(1H) to argon(18Ar) are located ? ……. Periods

1.  )2                     
2. )3             
3. )4             
4. )8

8)The element which is located at the top right of the MPT is of the ……… element

1. )representative 
2. b)noble 
3. )main transition   
4. ) metallic

9)The electronic configuration of an element is :[Xe]6s2,4f14,5d7 this element is a (an) ……. Element   

a)main transition.  

b) inner transition 

c) representative   

d)noble

10)The first element in d-block elements is …….

1. )20Ca                   
2. )24Cr       
3. )21Sc                 
4. d)29Cu

11)which of the following choices represents the electronic configuration of a transition element?

a)1s2,2s2,2p6,3s2,3p6,3d10,4s2,4p6    

b) 1s2,2s2,2p6,3s2,3p6,3d10,4s2,4p1

c) 1s2,2s2,2p6,3s2,3p6,3d2,4s2

d) 1s2,2s2,2p6,3s2,3p6,3d10,4s2

12)Which of the following choices represents the electronic configuration of an alkali earth metal? …..

a) [Ar],4s1,3d5

b) [Ar],4s1,3d6

c) [Rn],7s2  , 

d) [Xe],6s2,4f7 

13)The electronic configuration of silver 47Ag:

a)[Ar]4s2,4d9    

b)[Kr],5s1,4d10  

c)  

d)[Ar],4s1,4d10.

14)which of the following statements represents properly the element which is located in period 3 group (VIIA) in the MPT?

a)forms an ion its charge is +1           

b)one of d-block elements

c)Its valence shell contains 5 electrons

d)a representative element which is located below fluorine 9F   

Quiz Questions:

1-What is the primary characteristic of elements in the d-block of the periodic table?

a) Full valence electron shells

b) Partially filled d-orbitals

c) High reactivity d) Formation of noble gases

2-Which group of elements is known for forming colorful compounds, variable oxidation states, and acting as good catalysts?

a) Noble gases

b) Alkali metals

c) Halogens 

d) Transition metals

3-How many elements are there in the lanthanide series?

a) 7

b) 10

c) 14           

d) 15

4-What is the first element in the actinide series?

a) Uranium (U)

b) Thorium (Th)

c) Actinium (Ac)

d) Plutonium (Pu)

5-What type of orbitals are filled in the f-block elements?

a) s orbitals

b) p orbitals

c) d orbitals

d) f orbitals

Quiz Answers:

1-b) Partially filled d orbitals 2-d) Transition metals 3-d) 15 4-c) Actinium (Ac) d) f orbitals

Quiz Questions:

1-Which block of elements on the periodic table includes groups 13 to 18 and is known for its variety of chemical behaviors?

a) s-block

b) p-block

c) d-block   

d) f-block

2-The second transition series includes elements that fill which subshell?

 a) 4d                    

b) 4f           

c) 3d          

d) 6p

3-What is a common property of both lanthanides and actinides?

a) Radioactivity

b) High reactivity

c) Inertness

d) Non-metallic behavior

4-How many elements are in the first transition series?

a) 5 b) 10          

c) 15           

d) 20

5-What term is used to describe the vertical columns in the periodic table?

a) Rows

b) Series

c) Groups

d) Periods

Quiz Answers:1-b) p-block      2-a) 4d      3-a) Radioactivity   4-b) 10       5-c) Groups

Quiz Questions:

1-What is the primary characteristic of noble gases in the periodic table?

a) High reactivity

b) Variable oxidation states

c) Full valence electron shells

d) Partially filled d orbitals

2-Which group of elements is known for readily forming -1 oxidation states in chemical reactions?

a) Alkali metals

b) Halogens

c) Transition metals

d) Noble gases

3-How many elements are typically found in each of the two series of f-block elements?

a) 10

b) 14          

c) 15           

d) 18

4-Which of the following elements is not part of the lanthanide series?

a) Lutetium (Lu)

b) Cerium (Ce)

c) Scandium (Sc)

d) Gadolinium (Gd)

5-What is the term used to describe the elements located in the middle of the periodic table, filling the 3d, 4d, 5d, etc., subshells?

a) Alkali metals

b) Halogens

c) Transition metals    

d) Noble gases

Quiz Answers:1-c) Full valence electron shells 2-b) Halogens   3-b) 14    

                              4-c) Scandium (Sc)   5-c) Transition metals

Quiz Questions:

1-Which group of elements is known for its placement on the left-hand side of the periodic table, having a single valence electron, and being highly reactive?

a) Noble gases

b) Alkali metals

c) Transition metals

d) Halogens

2-How many elements are typically found in each period in the periodic table?

a) 8

b) 10          

c) 18           

d) 20

3-In the periodic table, which group includes elements like Oxygen, Sulfur, and Selenium?

a) Alkali metals

b) Halogens

c) Noble gases      

d) Chalcogens

4-Which series of elements, found in the periodic table, is known for their partially filled 4f and 5f orbitals?

a) Lanthanides

b) Actinides

c) Transition metals

d) Noble gases

5-What type of elements is found in Group 18 of the periodic table?

a) Alkali metals

b) Transition metals

c) Halogens

d) Noble gases

Quiz Answers:1-b) Alkali metals 2-c) 18  3-d) Chalcogens   4-b) Actinides 5-d) Noble gases

Quiz Questions:

1-Which group of elements in the periodic table has the highest reactivity and is stored under oil to prevent contact with air and moisture?

a) Noble gases

b) Alkali metals

c) Transition metals        

d) Halogens

2-The first transition series includes elements that fill which subshell?

a) 1s

b) 3d          

c) 5f            

d) 6p

3-What is a common characteristic of the lanthanides?

a) High reactivity

b) Variable oxidation states

c) Formation of colorful compounds

d) Radioactivity

4-How many elements are typically found in each group on the periodic table?

a) 5

b) 10          

c) 15           

d) 18

5-What is the term used to describe the horizontal rows in the periodic table?

a) Columns

b) Groups

c) Periods

d) Series

Quiz Answers:1-b) Alkali metals  2-b)3d   3-d) Radioactivity   4-b)10     5-c) Periods

Quiz Questions:

1-Which block of elements on the periodic table is known for having full valence electron shells and is generally chemically inert?

a) Noble gases

b) Alkali metals

c) Halogens

d) Transition metals

2-The actinide series starts with which element?

a) Uranium (U)

b) Thorium (Th)

c) Actinium (Ac)

d) Plutonium (Pu)

3-Which of the following is NOT a property of transition metals?

a) Variable oxidation states

b) Formation of colorful compounds

c) Good conductors of electricity

d) Inert behavior

4-How many elements are there in the lanthanide series?

a) 7

b) 10          

c) 14           

d) 15

5-Which term is used to describe the vertical columns in the periodic table?

a) Rows

b) Series

c) Groups

d) Periods

Quiz Answers:     1-a) Noble gases,  2-c) Actinium (Ac) 3-d) Inert behavior

                           4-d) 15 5-c) Groups

quiz about s-block elements

Here’s a quiz about s-block elements. Choose the correct option for each question:

1-Which group do s-block elements belong to in the periodic table?

1. Group 1
2. Group 1,2
3. Group 17
4. Group 18

2-What is the general electronic configuration of s-block elements?

1. ns1-2
2. ns2-3
3. np1-2
4. np6

3-Which element is the lightest alkali metal?

1. Lithium (Li)
2. Sodium (Na)
3. Potassium (K)
4. Rubidium (Rb)

4-What is the common oxidation state of alkali metals?

1. +1
2. -1
3. +2
4. 0

5-The alkaline earth metals are found in which group of the periodic table?

1. Group 1
2. Group 2
3. Group 17
4. Group 18

6-What is the electronic configuration of the alkaline earth metals?

1. ns1-2
2. ns2-6
3. np1-6
4. ns2

7-Which of the following is an alkaline earth metal?

1. Magnesium (Mg)
2. Chlorine (Cl)
3. Fluorine (F)
4. Bromine (Br)

Answers:

1. Group 2
2. ns1-2
3. Lithium (Li)
4. +1
5. Group 2
6. ns2
7. Magnesium (Mg)

quiz about: d-block elements

1-In which period of the periodic table are d-block elements found?

1. Period 3
2. Period 4
3. Period 5
4. Period 6

2-What is the maximum number of electrons that can occupy the d subshell?

1. 2
2. 6
3. 10
4. 14

3-Which transition metal is commonly used in galvanization to prevent corrosion of iron?

1. Zinc (Zn)
2. Copper (Cu)
3. Iron (Fe)
4. Nickel (Ni)

4-Which element is a lanthanide?

1. Scandium (Sc)
2. Yttrium (Y)
3. Gadolinium (Gd)
4. Titanium (Ti)

5-What is the general oxidation state of most transition metals?

1. +1
2. +2
3. +3
4. -1

6-Which transition metal is known for its use in stainless steel and is resistant to corrosion?

1. Chromium (Cr)
2. Manganese (Mn)
3. Cobalt (Co)
4. Vanadium (V)

7-What is the electronic configuration of an element in the 3d series?

1. ns1-2 np1-6 nd1-10
2. ns2 np6 nd0
3. ns2 np6 nd1-10
4. ns2 np6 nd0-9

8-Which of the following is a common property of transition metals?

1. Low melting points
2. High ionization energies
3. Variable oxidation states
4. Nonmetallic behavior

9-Which element is a representative of the coinage metals?

1. Gold (Au)
2. Silver (Ag)
3. Copper (Cu)
4. Platinum (Pt)

10-In the periodic table, where are the inner transition metals located?

1. Group 1
2. Group 2
3. Transition metal block
4. Lanthanide and actinide series

Answers:

1-b. Period 4

2-c. 10

3-a. Zinc (Zn)

4-c. Gadolinium (Gd)

5-b. +2

6-a. Chromium (Cr)

7-c. ns2 np6 nd1-10

8-c. Variable oxidation states

9-c. Copper (Cu)

10-d. Lanthanide and actinide series

Quiz about p-block

1-In which groups of the periodic table are p-block elements primarily found?

1. Groups 1 and 2
2. Groups 13 to 18
3. Groups 3 to 12
4. Lanthanides and actinides

2-What is the general electron configuration of p-block elements?

1. ns1-2
2. ns2 np1-6
3. ns2 np6
4. ns2 np0-6

3-Which element is a noble gas and is commonly used in neon signs?

1. Helium (He)
2. Neon (Ne)
3. Argon (Ar)
4. Krypton (Kr)

4-Which of the following is a halogen?

1. Sodium (Na)
2. Chlorine (Cl)
3. Calcium (Ca)
4. Iron (Fe)

5-What is the common oxidation state of oxygen in most compounds?

1. +1
2. -1
3. +2
4. 0

6-Which p-block element is essential for life and is a major component of organic molecules?

1. Nitrogen (N)
2. Phosphorus (P)
3. Sulfur (S)
4. Chlorine (Cl)

7-What is the primary function of the inert gases (noble gases) in the periodic table?

1. They readily form compounds
2. They act as good conductors of electricity
3. They have complete outer electron shells and are generally unreactive
4. They are highly reactive with alkali metals

8-Which element is commonly used in the semiconductor industry and is a key component of computer chips?

1. Silicon (Si)
2. Germanium (Ge)
3. Arsenic (As)
4. Antimony (Sb)

9-What is the general trend in electronegativity as you move across a period in the p-block?

1. Electronegativity increases
2. Electronegativity decreases
3. Electronegativity remains constant
4. Electronegativity is unpredictable

10-Which element is a major component of Earth’s atmosphere and is essential for life?

1. Nitrogen (N)
2. Oxygen (O)
3. Carbon (C)
4. Hydrogen (H)

Answers:

1-b. Groups 13 to 18

2-b. ns2 np1-6

3-b. Neon (Ne)

4-b. Chlorine (Cl)

5-b. -1

6-a. Nitrogen (N)

7-c. They have complete outer electron shells and are generally unreactive

8-a. Silicon (Si)

9-a. Electronegativity increases

10-b. Oxygen (O)

quiz about f-block

1-Where are f-block elements located in the periodic table?

1. Group 1
2. Group 2
3. Lanthanide and actinide series
4. Groups 13 to 18

2-Which series of f-block elements is placed immediately after the lanthanides?

1. Noble gases
2. Transition metals
3. Actinides
4. Halogens

3-What is the electronic configuration of the outermost electrons in f-block elements?

1. ns1-2
2. ns2 np1-6
3. (n-2)f1-14 (n-1)d0-1 ns2
4. (n-1)d1-10 ns2 np1-6

4-Which element is a member of the actinide series and is commonly used as fuel in nuclear reactors?

1. Thorium (Th)
2. Uranium (U)
3. Neptunium (Np)
4. Plutonium (Pu)

5-What is the primary oxidation state of most actinides?

1. +1
2. +2
3. +3
4. +4

6-Which actinide element is known for its radioactive properties and has no stable isotopes?

1. Uranium (U)
2. Neptunium (Np)
3. Plutonium (Pu)
4. Promethium (Pm)

7-What is the common name for the first series of f-block elements (lanthanides)?

1. Rare earth elements
2. Noble gases
3. Alkali metals
4. Halogens

8-Which lanthanide element is used in the production of strong permanent magnets?

1. Europium (Eu)
2. Neodymium (Nd)
3. Terbium (Tb)
4. Gadolinium (Gd)

9-In the actinide series, which element is commonly used in smoke detectors due to its radioactive properties?

1. Americium (Am)
2. Curium (Cm)
3. Californium (Cf)
4. Berkelium (Bk)

10-What is the primary reason for the radioactive properties of most f-block elements?

1. High atomic mass
2. Presence of f orbitals
3. Noble gas configuration
4. High ionization energy

Answers:

1-c. Lanthanide and actinide series

2-c. Actinides

3-c. (n-2)f1-14 (n-1)d0-1 ns2

4-b. Uranium (U)

5-d. +4

6-d. Promethium (Pm)

7-a. Rare earth elements

8-b. Neodymium (Nd)

9-a. Americium (Am)

10-b. Presence of f orbitals

 quiz about :electronic configuration of s-block elements

1-What is the general electronic configuration of s-block elements?

1. ns1-2 b. ns2-3 c. np1-2  d. np6

2-How many electrons are present in the outermost shell of alkali metals?

1. 1
2. b. 2
3. c. 6      
4. d. 8

3-Which alkali metal has the electronic configuration 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶ 4s¹?

1. Lithium (Li)
2. b. Sodium (Na)
3. c. Potassium (K) 
4. d. Rubidium (Rb)

4-What is the common oxidation state of alkali metals?

1. +1
2. b. -1
3. c. +2     
4. d. 0 

5-Which of the following is an alkaline earth metal with the electronic configuration 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶ 4s²?

1. Beryllium (Be)
2. b. Magnesium (Mg) 
3. c. Calcium (Ca) 
4. d. Strontium (Sr)

6-In the s-block, which element is known for its lightness and is used in aircraft construction?

1. Lithium (Li)
2. Sodium (Na)
3. Potassium (K) 
4. Beryllium (Be)

7-What is the electronic configuration of the alkaline earth metal strontium (Sr)?

1. 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶ 4s² 3d⁸
2. b. 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶ 4s²
3. 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶ 4s² 3d¹⁰
4. d. 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶ 4s² 3d⁸ 4p¹

8-Which s-block element is known for its high reactivity with water and is stored in oil to prevent reaction with moisture?

1. Sodium (Na)
2. b. Potassium (K)
3. c. Calcium (Ca) 
4. d. Beryllium (Be)

9-The electronic configuration of helium (He) is:

1. 1s¹
2. b. 1s²          
3. c. 1s² 2s¹    
4. d. 1s² 2s²

10-What is the common oxidation state of alkaline earth metals?

1. +1
2. b. -1
3. c. +2        
4. d. 0

Answers:

1-a. ns1-2    2-b. 2      3-c. Potassium (K)  4-a. +1  5-c. Calcium (Ca)

6-d. Beryllium (Be)   7-b. 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶ 4s²  8-b. Potassium (K)  9-b. 1s²   10-c. +2

quiz about :electronic configuration of p-block elements

1-What is the general electronic configuration of p-block elements?

1. ns^1-2
2. ns² np^1-6
3. ns² np⁶ 
4. ns2 np0-6

2-In the p-block, how many electrons can occupy the p sub-shell?

1. 2
2. 6
3. 10  
4. 14

3-Which element is a noble gas with the electronic configuration 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶?

1. Helium (He)
2. Neon (Ne)
3. Argon (Ar)    
4. Krypton (Kr)

4-What is the common oxidation state of halogens?

1. +1
2.  -1
3.  +2 
4.  0

5-Which of the following is a halogen with the electronic configuration 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁵?

1. Fluorine (F)
2. Chlorine (Cl)
3. Bromine (Br)
4. Iodine (I)

6-The electronic configuration of nitrogen (N) is:

1. 1s²
2. 1s² 2s²
3. 1s² 2s² 2p³
4. 1s² 2s² 2p⁶

7-Which p-block element is commonly used in fertilizers due to its essential role in plant growth?

1. Oxygen (O)
2. Phosphorus (P)
3. Sulfur (S)
4. Chlorine (Cl)

8-In the p-block, which element is a metalloid with properties intermediate between metals and nonmetals?

1. Silicon (Si)
2. Phosphorus (P)
3. Sulfur (S)
4. Chlorine (Cl)

9-What is the general trend in electronegativity as you move across a period in the p-block?

1. Electronegativity increases
2. Electronegativity decreases
3. Electronegativity remains constant
4. Electronegativity is unpredictable

10-Which element is a major component of organic molecules and is essential for life?

1. Nitrogen (N)
2. Oxygen (O)
3. Carbon (C)
4. Hydrogen (H)

Answers:

1. ns2 np1-6
2. 6
3. Argon (Ar)
4. -1
5. Bromine (Br)
6. 1s² 2s² 2p³
7. Phosphorus (P)
8. Silicon (Si)
9. Electronegativity increases
10. Carbon (C)

quiz about :electronic configuration of d-block elements

1-In which period of the periodic table are d-block elements primarily found?

1. Period 3
2. Period 4
3. Period 5
4. Period 6

2-What is the maximum number of electrons that can occupy the d subshell?

1. 2
2. 6
3. 10
4. 14

3-Which element is a transition metal with the electronic configuration 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶ 4s² 3d⁶?

1. Scandium (Sc)
2. Titanium (Ti)
3. Vanadium (V)
4. Chromium (Cr)

4-What is a characteristic of the electronic configuration of transition metals in the d-block?

1. ns1-2
2. np1-6
3. (n-1)d1-10 ns1-2
4. ns2 np6

5-Which transition metal is commonly used in coins and has the electronic configuration 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶ 4s² 3d⁹?

1. Iron (Fe)
2. Nickel (Ni)
3. Copper (Cu)
4. Zinc (Zn)

6-In the d-block, which element is known for its use in stainless steel and has the electronic configuration 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶ 4s¹ 3d¹⁰?

1. Chromium (Cr)
2. Manganese (Mn)
3. Cobalt (Co)
4. Vanadium (V)

7-Which of the following is a lanthanide with the electronic configuration 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶ 4s² 3d¹⁰ 4p⁶ 5s² 4d¹⁰ 5p⁶ 6s² 4f¹?

1. Lutetium (Lu)
2. Gadolinium (Gd)
3. Yttrium (Y)
4. Scandium (Sc)

8-What is the general trend in atomic size as you move across a period in the d-block?

1. Atomic size increases
2. Atomic size decreases
3. Atomic size remains constant
4. Atomic size is unpredictable

9-Which element is a representative of the coinage metals and has the electronic configuration 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶ 4s¹ 3d¹⁰?

1. Silver (Ag)
2. Gold (Au)
3. Copper (Cu)
4. Platinum (Pt)

10-In the periodic table, where are the inner transition metals located?

1. Group 1
2. Group 2
3. Transition metal block
4. Lanthanide and actinide series

Answers:

1-b. Period 4

2-c. 10

3-c. Vanadium (V)

4-c. (n-1)d1-10 ns1-2

5-c. Copper (Cu)

6-a. Chromium (Cr)

7-b. Gadolinium (Gd)

8-b. Atomic size decreases

9-c. Copper (Cu)

10-c. Transition metal block