Chemistry Semester 1 Exam Prep
When the elements of group 2 lose their valence electrons, what would be their charge?
+2
The temperature at the point of intercept of the plotted data with the Temperature axis is:
-273 C
What factor(s) may be responsible for the ionization energy within a period? Select all that apply.
-The diameter of the atom decreases somewhat as electrons are added. -The attractive force of the nucleus increases.
Complete the sentence. Select all that apply. The emission of a Beta particle has the effect of:
-no change in mass -adding a proton of zero mass to the nucleus
The discoveries of Niels Bohr were:
-orbits of electrons -quantum energy emissions
Marie and Pierre's discoveries included:
-radium -polonium
How is the number 3.91 x 10-4 expressed in regular numbers?
0.000391
At what approximate temperature and pressure can all three phases of water exist simultaneously?
0.01 C, 4.58 mm Hg
Choose the number of significant figures indicated. 0.06
1
Choose the number of significant figures indicated. 90
1
Each degree on the Kelvin scale equals:
1 C
How many electrons will metals generally have in their outer shell?
1-3
applied quantum theory to atoms
Bohr
Using the periodic table, choose the more reactive non-metal. At or Br
Br
Using the periodic table, choose the more reactive non-metal. Br or As
Br
How is condensation explained by the Kinetic Molecular Theory?
Cooling reduces particle motion, resulting in coalescence by attractive forces.
research on radioactivity
Curie
The person given credit for the first modern atomic theory was _____.
Dalton
father of atomic theory
Dalton
TEST 4
EXPLORING LAWS FOR GASES AND CONSERVATION OF MASS
Choose the number of significant figures indicated. 3.820
4
What does the 4 indicate in 1s22s22p4?
4 electrons
What is the approximate vapor pressure when the gas condenses at 80oC?
430
When writing 6,020,000 in scientific notation, it is correctly written as:
6.02 x 106
According to the following electron structure, how many valence electrons do these fluorine atoms have? F = 1s22s22p5
7
All answers should have the correct number of significant figures. (386)(204) = _____
7.87 x 10^4
A student is asked to convert measurements from meters to millimeters and from millimeters to meters. His answers are shown in bold below. On which choice did he make a mistake? 9,070 mm = 90.7 m 652,222 mm= 652.222 m 37,500 mm = 37.5 m 1.02 x 106 mm = 1020 m
9,070 mm = 90.7 m
TEST 1
AN INTRODUCTION TO CHEMISTRY AND METRIC MEASUREMENT
Why does the ionization energy change when moving down a group of elements?
The attractive force on the valence electrons decreases as the atom gets larger.
discovered electron
Thomson
Which is the correct measure of density?
g/cm^3
Which of the following radioactive emissions is the most penetrating?
gamma rays
variable volume; variable shape
gas
An alpha particle is equivalent to:
helium ion
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If you move an object from the base of a mountain to the top of the mountain:
only mass remains constant
A horizontal row of elements in the periodic table represents a
period
A theory which repeatedly fails to confirm the expected predictions after extensive research:
probably is incorrect
finds practical applications
product development
manufacturing
production
All atoms of the same element have the same number of:
protons
An observation that requires measurement is called
quantitative
What is the primary cause of diffusion?
random internal motion of atoms and molecules
fixed volume; fixed shape
solid
Conclusions drawn from personal beliefs are:
subjective
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technician
Which energy level requires the most energy to remove an electron?
the innermost shell
The definition of volume is:
the space occupied by mass
In order for a high temperature boiler or steam engine to produce superheated steam:
the system must be pressurized
A hypothesis which appears to be verified by multiple experiments and/or researchers may become a:
theory
All the nonmetals have some similar physical properties.
true
Drawing a conclusion derived from knowledge of an established principle is called deductive reasoning.
true
Each element possesses unique chemical and physical properties.
true
Hardness may be defined as the resistance of a material to scratching.
true
If temperature is held constant for an ideal gas, as P and V change for a given gas sample, the PV products will be constant.
true
Mass is measured against a standard by using a balance.
true
Scientists have not yet determined exactly why electrons do not collapse into the nucleus.
true
The Law of Definite Proportions states that substances combine in predictable proportions and that excess reactants remain unchanged.
true
The state of water is determined solely by the conditions of pressure and temperature.
true
The various components of a mixture do not combine chemically.
true
In the reaction 2NaCl + 2H2O2NaOH + Cl2 + H2, the reactants should:
weigh the same as the products
Volume is a measure of the quantity of matter in an object.
false
TEST 3
THE DISCOVERY OF ATOMS: NATURE'S BUILDING BLOCKS
All answers should have the correct number of significant figures. (6.93 x 10^1) (2.0 x 10^-4) = _____
1.4 x 10^-2
Complete the following reaction.
14 6
What is the maximum number of electrons in the following energy level? n = 3
18
What is the electron structure of sodium?
1s22s22p63s1
Atomic Number: 10
1s: 2 2s: 2 2p: 6 3s: 0 3p: 0 4s: 0 3d: 0 4p: 0 5s: 0
Choose the number of significant figures indicated. 0.078
2
What is the maximum number of electrons in the following energy level? n = 1
2
Choose the number of significant figures indicated. 0.00666
3
Choose the number of significant figures indicated. 60.0
3
A student is asked to convert measurements from liters to milliliters and from milliliters to liters. His answers are shown in bold below. On which choice did he make a mistake? 0.402 L = 402 mL 0.0202 L = 20.2 mL 3.6 L = 360 mL 11.1 L = 11,100 mL
3.6 L = 360 mL
Which graph best shows an inverse relationship?
One going down from left to write and is curved
theoretical research
R&D
Using the periodic table, choose the more reactive metal. Ca or Ra
Ra
Which element in period 5 is the most active metal?
Rb
"open spaces" model
Rutherford
TEST 2
STARTING THE INVESTIGATION: HOW TO IDENTIFY ELEMENTS, COMPOUNDS, AND MIXTURES
expressed particles by wave equations
Schrödinger
Which is not a physical property?
ability to combine with oxygen
Which of the following electron configurations for neutral atoms is correct?
argon: 1s22s22p63s23p6
Select all the items that are related to compounds.
chemical bonding new physical properties
Pure sugar is an example of a(n):
compound
short- and long-term objectives
corporate management
J. J. Thomson is credited with the discovery of:
electrons
A quantum is a unit of:
energy
quality of life
environmental engineer
A mixture of uneven distribution and easy separation is called homogeneous.
false
A solution which contains maximum solute at a given temperature is supersaturated.
false
Colloidal particles will eventually settle out.
false
Research has shown that the electrons orbit the nucleus in circular motions as shown on the classic Bohr model.
false
Solids and liquids have both mass and volume, but a gas has only mass.
false
The Mohs hardness scale increases linearly from 1 to 10.
false
The three aspects of the measuring process are units, systems, and instruments.
false
An atom that gains or loses one or more electrons is called a(n) _____.
ion
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fixed volume; variable shape
liquid
sales
marketing
Can colloidal suspensions be separated out by filtration?
no