2. Objective 1: Describe periodic trends in ionization energy, atomic radius, electronegativity, and ionic size; and relate and relate them to atomic structures of the elements. Trend : predictable change in a particular direction Trends in reactivitydown a group of Alkali Metals
8. Valence Electrons Defined as the electrons available to be lost, gained, or shared in the formation of chemical compounds Valence electron Sodium atom Chlorine atom