CH 1: Inorganic compounds
57 Questions
0 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to Lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What distinguishes inorganic compounds from organic compounds?

  • Their complex chemical structures
  • Their ability to support life
  • Their simple chemical structures that lack carbon-hydrogen bonds (correct)
  • Their abundance in the environment

Which of the following is an example of an inorganic compound?

  • Sodium Chloride (NaCl) (correct)
  • Ethanol (C2H5OH)
  • Glucose (C6H12O6)
  • Methane (CH4)

Which of the following is not a biological or ecological function of water?

  • Temperature regulation
  • Transpiration
  • Photosynthesis (correct)
  • Structural support

How does water help organisms maintain a stable internal temperature?

<p>By absorbing and releasing heat slowly (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which way does water provide structural integrity in plants?

<p>By providing turgor pressure (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which animals utilize water to form a hydrostatic skeleton?

<p>Jellyfish (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the Earth's surface is covered by water?

<p>71% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the human body is made up of water?

<p>60-70% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do plants cool themselves?

<p>Through transpiration (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the chemical formula for water?

<p>H2O (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of water in the transport of nutrients and waste products in living organisms?

<p>It dissolves substances, facilitating their movement (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of water in living organisms?

<p>Structural support in cell membranes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of macro-elements such as calcium, potassium, and sodium in humans and animals?

<p>They are crucial for structural integrity, fluid balance, and nerve transmission (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a micro-element required by living organisms?

<p>Calcium (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of macro-nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium in plants?

<p>They are vital for growth and metabolic functions such as photosynthesis and enzyme activation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a micro-nutrient required by plants?

<p>Nitrogen (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary environmental issue caused by the overuse of inorganic fertilisers?

<p>Eutrophication (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the process called where nutrient runoff causes excessive growth of aquatic plants and algae?

<p>Eutrophication (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a recommended practice to mitigate the negative impacts of fertiliser overuse?

<p>Increasing the use of synthetic fertilisers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of minerals in living organisms?

<p>They are required to perform critical metabolic functions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What makes water a universal solvent and crucial for cellular biochemistry?

<p>Its participation in hydrolysis and photosynthesis reactions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which mineral is essential for oxygen transport in humans and is classified as a micro-element?

<p>Iodine (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do micro-nutrients like iron and manganese contribute to plant health?

<p>By facilitating chlorophyll production and metabolic reactions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary risk associated with the overuse of inorganic fertilisers in agriculture?

<p>Hypoxic conditions due to excess aquatic plant growth (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a macro-nutrient crucial for enzyme activation and growth in plants?

<p>Phosphorus (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way does water directly contribute to the digestion process within the body?

<p>By participating in hydrolysis reactions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are micro-elements like iron and zinc considered essential despite being needed in smaller quantities?

<p>For critical functions like oxygen transport and hormone production (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a unique property of water that supports biological and ecological functions?

<p>Water's ability to dissolve a wide range of substances (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a way organisms maintain a stable internal temperature with the help of water?

<p>Water providing turgor pressure in plants (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an inorganic compound?

<p>Glucose (C6H12O6) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a role of inorganic compounds in biological and ecological functions?

<p>Inorganic compounds play a role in photosynthesis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a way water provides structural integrity in living organisms?

<p>Water acting as a lubricant in joints (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason why water covers about 71% of the Earth's surface?

<p>Water's boiling point is lower than most other liquids (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common use of inorganic compounds in everyday life?

<p>Plastics (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason why water is vital for all known forms of life?

<p>Water's ability to form a hydrostatic skeleton (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a way water helps in the maintenance of life?

<p>Water's role in providing energy to cells (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason why water is essential for plants?

<p>Water's role in providing energy to cells (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following minerals is essential for thyroid hormone production in humans and is classified as a micro-element?

<p>Iodine (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following micro-elements required by plants is essential for the production of chlorophyll?

<p>Iron (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a recommended practice to mitigate the negative impacts of fertiliser overuse on the environment?

<p>Increasing the frequency of fertiliser application (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a way water participates directly in chemical reactions in living organisms?

<p>Osmosis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a macro-element in humans and animals crucial for structural integrity, fluid balance, and nerve transmission?

<p>Magnesium (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a way water helps in the maintenance of life for aquatic organisms?

<p>Providing chemical stability (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a reason why water is considered a universal solvent?

<p>Its high melting point (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a macro-nutrient crucial for plant growth and metabolic functions such as photosynthesis and enzyme activation?

<p>Iron (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a way water provides structural integrity in living organisms?

<p>Being a component of nuclear envelopes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a biological or ecological function of water in plants?

<p>Contributing to protein synthesis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following inorganic compounds plays a critical role in maintaining the structural integrity of both plants and animals?

<p>Water (H2O) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which property of water allows it to absorb and release heat slowly, helping organisms maintain a stable internal temperature?

<p>High heat capacity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which micro-element is essential for oxygen transport in humans and contributes to the color of blood?

<p>Iron (Fe) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which inorganic compound is a primary component of plant cell walls, providing strength and rigidity?

<p>Silicon dioxide (SiO2) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which micro-element is involved in photosynthesis and assists in the formation of chlorophyll in plants?

<p>Manganese (Mn) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following inorganic compounds is known for its ability to cause acid rain and its role in ocean acidification?

<p>Sulfur dioxide (SO2) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following macro-elements is responsible for nerve transmission and muscle contraction in humans and animals?

<p>Calcium (Ca) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following inorganic compounds plays a critical role in the formation of bones and teeth in humans and animals?

<p>Phosphorus (P) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following micro-elements is essential for human growth and development, and helps maintain the health of the nervous system?

<p>Zinc (Zn) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following inorganic compounds is responsible for the formation of precipitation and the water cycle in the environment?

<p>Water vapor (H2O) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards are hidden until you start studying

More Like This

Chemical Bonding in Inorganic Chemistry Quiz
12 questions
Organic vs Inorganic Compounds Quiz
5 questions
Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Browser