It's your choice: test your chemistry IQ! Answer the following questions about elements and the periodic table.(Brief article)

Science World | May 7, 2007 | Copyright

1. Name that element!

2. Which of the following is a nonmetal?

A Astatine (At)

B Barium (Ba)

C Samarium (Sm)

D Vanadium (V)

3. Platinum (Pt) belongs to group --.

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