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Science Sect.3-3+3-4
Vocabulary for Sections 3.3 and 3.4
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| diatomic molecule | a molecule composed of two atoms of the same element. |
| halogen family | elements in family or group #17 in the periodic table. They are the most reactive non-metal group |
| metalloid | an element that has the some characteristics of metals and some characteristics of non-metals |
| noble gas | an element in family of group 18 of the periodic table, also known as the inert gas. They are very non-reactive. |
| non-metal | elements that have properties opposite those of metals (i.e.poor conductors of heat and electricity) |
| semiconductor | an element that can conduct electricity under certain conditions |
| nuclear fusion | the process in which smaller nuclei combine into larger nuclei, forming heavier elements. |
| plasma | a state of matter in which atoms are stripped of their electrons and the nuclei are packed closely together. |
| supernova | an explosion of a massive star |