Unlocking Chemical Behavior: Valence Electrons and Periodic Trends

Review fundamental atomic structure and the organization of the Periodic Table.; Define valence electrons and their role in chemical bonding.; Learn to identify valence electrons using electron shells and Lewis dot structures.; Understand the Octet Rule and its exceptions.; Explore major periodic trends: atomic radius, ionization energy, and electronegativity.; Analyze reactivity trends for both metals and nonmetals.; Connect valence electrons and periodic trends to predict chemical bonding (ionic and covalent).; Discuss how stability drives chemical reactivity.

Jake Malajos