Basic Concepts of Chemistry
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What is the prefix that corresponds to the factor of $10^{-9}$?

  • pico
  • milli
  • nano (correct)
  • micro

Which of the following prefixes represents a factor of $10^{-12}$?

  • femto
  • atto
  • nano
  • pico (correct)

What is the non-SI unit commonly used for measuring liquid volume?

  • litre (correct)
  • millimetre
  • centimeter
  • cubic meter

Which prefix refers to a factor of $10^{6}$?

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Which of the following prefixes is the smallest, representing a factor of $10^{-24}$?

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Identify the prefix used for a factor of $10^{3}$.

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Which of these prefixes indicates a factor of $10^{15}$?

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What is the volume measurement that commonly uses cm³ or dm³ units in chemistry?

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What does a higher density indicate about the arrangement of particles?

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Which of the following temperature scales is NOT commonly used in chemistry?

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What is necessary for obtaining reliable measurements in scientific experiments?

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In scientific notation, what is the most appropriate way to express the number 602,200,000,000,000,000,000,000?

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Why is it important for chemists to have calibrated measuring devices?

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What do scientists rely on to make their measurements reliable?

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What kind of numbers do chemists typically deal with in their calculations?

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In chemistry, the calibration of measuring devices is compared against which of the following?

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What is the fixed numerical value of the speed of light in vacuum, represented by the symbol c?

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Which unit of mass is defined by the fixed numerical value of the Planck constant?

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What is the value of the Planck constant when expressed in Js?

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How is the second defined in SI units?

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What is the fixed numerical value of the elementary charge e, as defined for the ampere?

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In terms of SI units, how is the ampere (A) expressed?

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Which variable is used to define the second in relation to the caesium atom?

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What is the fundamental SI unit used to measure thermodynamic temperature?

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What is the current standard for mass based on?

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Why was platinum-iridium chosen as the standard mass material?

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What is the approximate accuracy of the method that uses X-rays to determine atomic density?

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What is the challenge presented by extremely small mass values, such as $0.00000000000000000000000166 g$?

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What form does scientific notation use to represent numbers?

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What is the goal of scientists searching for a new mass standard?

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What element's mass is approximately $0.00000000000000000000000166 g$?

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What has prevented the adoption of the current X-ray method as a standard?

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How many seconds are there in 2 days?

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What is the conversion of 3 inches to centimeters?

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According to the Law of Conservation of Mass, what happens to mass during physical and chemical changes?

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What is the volume of 2 liters of milk when converted to cubic meters (m³)?

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Which unit factor correctly converts days into seconds?

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Which operation can be performed on units just like numerical values?

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Which of the following converts units into a single step process using correct unit factors?

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Which scientist formulated the Law of Conservation of Mass?

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What is the average atomic mass of carbon calculated from the given data?

<p>12.011 u (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do the average atomic masses differ from the atomic masses mentioned in the periodic table?

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What is the formula mass of sodium chloride (NaCl)?

<p>58.5 u (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What constant is known for the large number of entities in one mole?

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What does the notation 'amu' stand for in atomic mass measurement?

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What is the contribution of the isotope 14C to the average atomic mass of carbon?

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What is the weight of glucose (C6H12O6) in terms of its molecular mass?

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How many sodium ions surround each chloride ion in sodium chloride?

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Flashcards

SI Unit of Length

The metre (m) is the SI unit of length. It is defined by taking the fixed numerical value of the speed of light in vacuum (c) to be 299792458 when expressed in the unit ms⁻¹.

SI Unit of Mass

The kilogram (kg) is the SI unit of mass. It is defined by taking the fixed numerical value of the Planck constant (h) to be 6.62607015×10⁻³⁴ when expressed in the unit Js, which is equal to kgm²s⁻¹.

SI Unit of Time

The second (s) is the SI unit of time. It is defined by taking the fixed numerical value of the caesium frequency (ΔνCs), the unperturbed ground-state hyperfine transition frequency of the caesium-133 atom, to be 9192631770 when expressed in the unit Hz, which is equal to s⁻¹.

SI Unit of Electric Current

The ampere (A) is the SI unit of electric current. It is defined by taking the fixed numerical value of the elementary charge (e) to be 1.602176634×10⁻¹⁹ when expressed in the unit C, which is equal to As.

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SI Unit of Thermodynamic Temperature

The kelvin (K) is the SI unit of thermodynamic temperature.

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Speed of Light in Vacuum

The speed of light in a vacuum is a fundamental constant, assigned a precise numerical value when defining the SI unit of length, the metre.

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Planck Constant

The Planck constant (h) is a fundamental constant related to the quantum nature of energy and matter.

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Caesium Frequency

The caesium frequency (ΔνCs) is a specific atomic transition frequency used to define the SI unit of time, the second.

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SI System Prefixes

A set of standard prefixes used in the International System of Units (SI) to denote multiples or submultiples of units.

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yocto

A prefix representing 10⁻²⁴.

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Volume Units

Volume is measured in cubic meters (m³) in the SI system, but also is commonly measured in cubic centimeters (cm³) or cubic decimeters (dm³).

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Liter (L)

A common unit used for measuring liquid volume though it is not part of the SI system.

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Mass

A measure of the amount of matter in an object.

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Weight

A measure of the force of gravity acting on an object's mass.

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Analytical Balance

A precision instrument used to measure mass.

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SI Unit

A standard unit of measurement in the International System of Units.

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Density

Density describes how closely packed particles are in a substance.

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Temperature Units

Temperature is measured using Celsius (°C), Fahrenheit (°F), and others.

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Experimental Data

Data collected from experiments.

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Reference Standards

Standards that allow for precise calibration of measuring devices.

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Scientific Notation

A way of representing very large or very small numbers.

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Measurement Certainty

How precisely a measurement is handled.

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Calibration

The process of adjusting a measuring device to ensure accurate readings.

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Reference Standard in Measurements

A benchmark used for calibrating devices to get reliable results.

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Kilogram Standard

The kilogram is the unit of mass, defined as the mass of a specific platinum-iridium cylinder.

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Unit Conversion

Changing a measurement from one unit to another using conversion factors.

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Conversion Factor

A ratio of equivalent units used to multiply or divide in a conversion.

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Avogadro Constant

A constant representing the number of atoms or molecules in one mole of a substance.

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New Mass Standard

Scientists are exploring alternative methods for defining mass, using precise measurements of atomic quantities.

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2 days to seconds

Convert 2 days into seconds.

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Chemical Law of Conservation of Mass

Total mass remains constant in chemical and physical changes.

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Scientific Notation

A way to represent very large or very small numbers using powers of 10.

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Challenges with Extremely Small Numbers

Performing calculations with extremely small numbers like atomic masses requires specialized techniques.

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Antoine Lavoisier's Contribution

Formulated the Law of Conservation of Mass.

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X-ray Method for Mass

Method to calculate atomic density to determine the number of atoms.

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Volume

The amount of 3-dimensional space occupied by an object or substance.

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Limitations of Current Methods

Current methods for determining the mass standard have inaccuracies that prevent their widespread adoption.

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Conversion of Liters to Cubic Meters

Converting volume units using known relationships .

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Unit Factor Method Explanation

A systematic approach to conversions by multiplying by fractions to cancel irrelevant units

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Mass Standard Search

Researchers are actively looking for a new mass standard based on a fundamental constant and high-precision measurement methods.

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Average Atomic Mass of Carbon

Calculated by considering the mass of each carbon isotope and its relative abundance.

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Isotope

Atoms of the same element with the same number of protons but different numbers of neutrons.

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Relative Abundance

The proportion of a specific isotope relative to the total amount of the element.

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Atomic Mass Unit (amu)

A unit of mass used to express the mass of atoms and their constituent particles.

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Formula Mass

The sum of the atomic masses of the elements in a chemical formula, used for compounds.

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Molecular Mass

The sum of the atomic masses of all atoms in a molecule.

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Avogadro's Constant

The number of entities (atoms, molecules, ions) in 1 mole of a substance.

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Mole

A unit in chemistry that represents 6.022 × 10²³ entities (e.g., atoms or molecules).

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Study Notes

Basic Concepts of Chemistry

  • Chemistry is the science of molecules and their transformations
  • Chemistry studies the infinite variety of molecules that are made from the 100 elements
  • Science is a continuing effort to systematize knowledge and describe nature
  • Chemistry is sub-divided into various disciplines (e.g., physics, biology, geology)
  • The branch of science that studies the preparation, properties, structure and reactions of material substances is chemistry
  • Chemistry developed from searching for philosopher's stone and elixir of life

Development of Chemistry

  • Chemistry, as we know it today, isn't ancient
  • It arose from searches for philosopher's stone (to turn base metal into gold) and elixir of life (to achieve immortality)
  • Ancient India had knowledge of many scientific phenomena long before modern science
  • Chemistry developed in the forms of Alchemy and Iatrochemistry between 1300-1600 CE
  • Modern chemistry emerged in 18th-century Europe, influenced by Arab alchemical traditions

Chemistry in Other Cultures

  • Alchemical traditions existed in China and India
  • Ancient Indian chemistry was known as Rasayan Shastra, Rastantra, Ras Kriya or Rasvidya
  • Knowledge of chemical processes and techniques was present
  • Examples include metallurgy, medicine, cosmetics, glass, and dyes, and the use of baked bricks for construction

Importance of Chemistry

  • Chemistry is central to science and intertwined with other scientific branches
  • It applies to many areas (e.g., weather patterns, computer operation, chemical industries)
  • Chemistry creates fertilizers, acids, salts, dyes, polymers, drugs, soaps, detergents, metals, alloys, new materials and more
  • Chemistry plays a role in national economies, and in improving the quality-of-life with food, healthcare, and other materials

Nature of Matter

  • Matter has mass and occupies space
  • Matter exists in three physical states: solid, liquid, and gas
  • Solids have definite volume and shape
  • Liquids have definite volume, but take the shape of the container they are placed in
  • Gases have neither definite shape nor volume, completely filling their containers

Classification of Matter

  • Matter can be classified as a mixture or a pure substance
  • Mixtures contain two or more pure substances in variable proportions that can be separated by physical methods
  • Pure substances have a fixed composition that cannot be separated by simple physical methods (classified as elements and compounds)
  • Elements contain only one type of atom, and compounds contain two or more types of atoms chemically combined

Properties of Matter and Measurement

  • Every substance has unique or characteristic properties
  • Properties are classified into physical and chemical properties : physical properties can be measured without changing the identity or composition of the substance, while chemical properties require a chemical change
  • Quantitative measurements are essential for scientific investigation
  • Scientific observation is represented by a number with appropriate units

The International System of Units (SI)

  • The SI system is a common standard system of measurement
  • The metric system, based on the decimal system, is a more convenient system.
  • It has seven base units pertaining to the seven fundamental scientific quantities

Mass and Weight

  • Mass is the amount of matter present in a substance
  • Mass is constant
  • Weight is a measure of the force of gravity acting on an object
  • Weight may vary depending on the location

Volume

  • Volume is the amount of space occupied by a substance
  • Common units for volume include cm³ or dm³ (used in labs), or L

Density

  • Density is the amount of mass per unit volume of a substance
  • SI units of density can be obtained by dividing the SI unit of mass by the SI unit of volume

Temperature

  • Temperature can be measured using various scales
  • The Celsius scale is commonly used in science, and ranges from 0°C (freezing point of water) to 100°C (boiling point of water)
  • Temperature is related to the average kinetic energy of particles in a substance

Uncertainty in Measurement

  • All measurements contain degree of uncertainty
  • Measurements are expressed using significant figures

Scientific Notation

  • Numbers used in chemistry are extremely large or small, making scientific notation (e.g., N × 10n) very useful
  • Using powers of 10 (exponential notation) to make large or small numbers easier to write, read and work with

Significant Figures

  • Significant figures describe how many digits in a measurement are reliable (certain)
  • Rules exist to determine the number of significant figures in numerical calculation, be aware of uncertainties when dealing with calculations and data

Dimensional Analysis

  • Useful for converting between various units of different systems of measurements

Chemical Reactions

  • The laws of conservation of mass, definite proportions, and multiple proportions

Stoichiometry and Stoichiometric Calculations.

  • Stoichiometry studies the quantification of reactants and products in chemical reactions
  • Balancing chemical equations is fundamental

Mole Concept and Molar Mass

  • Mole expresses a large number of entities
  • Molar mass is the mass of one mole of a substance and is numerically equivalent to the formula, atomic or molecular weight.

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