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The periodic table can also be divided into regions on the basis of the groups.
The properties of elements in some Main groups are so similar that some Main groups are referred to by a name as well as the group number.
Main Group elements - elements in Groups 1, 2, 13-18
Transition metals - elements in Groups 4-12
Transition metals - elements in Groups 4-12
The properties of elements in some Main groups are so similar that some Main groups are referred to by a name as well as the group number.
Group 18 elements are all non-reactive gases and are referred to as Noble Gases (He, Ne, Ar, Kr, Xe).
Group 17 elements are referred to as Halogens (F, Cl, Br and I).
Group 1 elements are referred to as Alkali Metals (Li, Na, K, Rb, Cs).
Group 2 elements are referred to as Alkaline Earths (Be, Mg, Ca, Sr, Ba).
Group 17 elements are referred to as Halogens (F, Cl, Br and I).
Group 1 elements are referred to as Alkali Metals (Li, Na, K, Rb, Cs).
Group 2 elements are referred to as Alkaline Earths (Be, Mg, Ca, Sr, Ba).