element Q, X, and Z are in the same group on the periodic table and are listed in order of increasing atomic number. The melting point of element Q is -219 Celsius and the melting point of element Z is -7 celsius. Which temperature is closest to the melting point of element X

Match the following items. 1. high-intensity bundle of energy being emitted from some decaying nuclei gamma ray 2. particle radiating from the nucleus of some atoms beta particle 3. negative particle identical to an electron but radiating from a decaying nucleus alpha particle

The big bang nucleosynthesis theory states that elements were produced in the first few minutes of the big bang while elements have their origins in the interiors of stars, forming much later in the history of the universe.

The tendency of water molecules to stick together is referred to as a) adhesion b) polarity c) cohesion d) transpiration e) evaporation