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Cambridge AS & A Level Chemistry

9.1Periodicity of physical properties of the elements in Period 3

Periodicity of physical properties of the elements in Period 3 in Cambridge AS & A Level Chemistry: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 9.1.1Describe the variation in atomic radius, ionic radius, melting point and electrical conductivity across Period 3.
  2. 9.1.2Explain the variation in melting point and conductivity by structure and bonding.

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  • Period 3: trends in radius, ionisation energy, melting point and conductivity

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Periodicity of physical properties of the elements in Period 3: sample question

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Why does atomic radius decrease from sodium to chlorine?

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