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Multiple Choice
Cu, Ag, and Au are all elements found in which group of the periodic table?
A
Group 11 (Coinage metals)
B
Group 10 (Platinum group metals)
C
Group 1 (Alkali metals)
D
Group 17 (Halogens)
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Identify the elements given: Cu (Copper), Ag (Silver), and Au (Gold).
Recall the organization of the periodic table, where elements are arranged in groups (columns) based on similar chemical properties.
Understand that Cu, Ag, and Au share similar chemical characteristics and are known collectively as the 'coinage metals'.
Recognize that the coinage metals are located in Group 11 of the periodic table.
Confirm that Group 11 contains Cu, Ag, and Au, distinguishing it from other groups such as Group 10 (Platinum group metals), Group 1 (Alkali metals), and Group 17 (Halogens).