Multiple choice Which of the following statements is/are correct about the modern periodic table? It has 8 vertical columns known as groups. It has 7 horizontal rows known as periods. It has 18 vertical columns known as groups. Both 1 and 2 Both 2 and 3 Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself E Correct answer Explanation The modern periodic table has 7 horizontal rows known as periods and 18 vertical columns known as groups.