CAIE IGCSE Chemistry 8.1.2 Change From Metallic to Non Metallic Questions

Work through real CAIE IGCSE Chemistry questions to explain group and period trends and compare metallic character across a period.

Syllabus
2026–2028
Course
Chemistry 0620

Exam points

  • relate group number to outer-shell electron count
  • relate period number to occupied electron shells
  • describe the decrease in metallic character from left to right across a period
  • identify trends in metallic character and outer electrons across Period 3

CAIE IGCSE Chemistry 8.1.2 Change From Metallic to Non Metallic Questions question 1

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Elements J and K are in the same period in the Periodic Table.
J reacts with acids to produce a salt and hydrogen.
K reacts with sodium to form an ionic compound.
Which statement about J and K is correct?

A

An atom of J has more electrons than an atom of K .

B

J and K are both metals.

C

J and K are both non-metals.

D

J is to the left of K in the Periodic Table.

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