Branches of Chemistry

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to Lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson
Download our mobile app to listen on the go
Get App

Questions and Answers

What type of bond is formed by the side-by-side overlap of atomic orbitals?

  • Sigma bond
  • Ionic bond
  • Covalent bond
  • Pi bond (correct)

Which branch of chemistry is concerned with the study of the physical properties and behavior of matter at the molecular and atomic level?

  • Biochemistry
  • Organic chemistry
  • Inorganic chemistry
  • Physical chemistry (correct)

What is the term for the study of the interaction between matter and electromagnetic radiation?

  • Titration
  • Electrolysis
  • Spectroscopy (correct)
  • Chromatography

Which type of reaction involves the transfer of electrons?

<p>Oxidation-reduction reaction (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the measure of the concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution?

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

Flashcards are hidden until you start studying

Study Notes

Branches of Chemistry

  • Inorganic Chemistry: Study of inorganic compounds, which are typically mineral-based and do not contain carbon.
  • Organic Chemistry: Study of organic compounds, which contain carbon and are typically found in living organisms.
  • Physical Chemistry: Study of the physical properties and behavior of matter at the molecular and atomic level.
  • Analytical Chemistry: Study of the analysis and identification of the chemical composition of substances.
  • Biochemistry: Study of the chemical processes that occur within living organisms.

Chemical Bonding

  • Atomic Bonding: Atoms share or exchange electrons to form bonds.
    • Covalent Bond: Sharing of electrons between atoms.
    • Ionic Bond: Transfer of electrons between atoms, resulting in a positive and negative ion.
  • Molecular Bonding: Bonds between atoms within a molecule.
    • Sigma Bond: Bond formed by end-to-end overlap of atomic orbitals.
    • Pi Bond: Bond formed by side-by-side overlap of atomic orbitals.

Chemical Reactions

  • Synthesis Reaction: Two or more substances combine to form a new compound.
  • Decomposition Reaction: A single compound breaks down into two or more substances.
  • Replacement Reaction: One element replaces another element in a compound.
  • Combustion Reaction: A substance reacts with oxygen to produce heat and light.

Chemical Properties

  • Acid: A substance that donates a proton (H+ ion).
  • Base: A substance that accepts a proton (H+ ion).
  • pH: A measure of the concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution.
  • Oxidation-Reduction (Redox) Reaction: A reaction involving the transfer of electrons.

Laboratory Techniques

  • Chromatography: Separation of mixtures based on differences in properties.
  • Spectroscopy: Study of the interaction between matter and electromagnetic radiation.
  • Titration: Measuring the amount of a substance by reacting it with a known amount of another substance.

Branches of Chemistry

  • Inorganic chemistry studies inorganic compounds, typically mineral-based and without carbon.
  • Organic chemistry focuses on organic compounds, containing carbon and found in living organisms.
  • Physical chemistry examines physical properties and behavior of matter at molecular and atomic levels.
  • Analytical chemistry analyzes and identifies chemical composition of substances.
  • Biochemistry explores chemical processes within living organisms.

Chemical Bonding

Atomic Bonding

  • Atoms form bonds by sharing or exchanging electrons.
  • Covalent bonds involve electron sharing between atoms.
  • Ionic bonds form through electron transfer, resulting in positive and negative ions.

Molecular Bonding

  • Bonds form between atoms within a molecule.
  • Sigma bonds result from end-to-end overlap of atomic orbitals.
  • Pi bonds form through side-by-side overlap of atomic orbitals.

Chemical Reactions

  • Synthesis reactions combine two or more substances to form a new compound.
  • Decomposition reactions involve a single compound breaking down into two or more substances.
  • Replacement reactions involve one element replacing another in a compound.
  • Combustion reactions occur when a substance reacts with oxygen to produce heat and light.

Chemical Properties

  • Acids donate protons (H+ ions).
  • Bases accept protons (H+ ions).
  • pH measures the concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution.
  • Oxidation-reduction (redox) reactions involve electron transfer.

Laboratory Techniques

  • Chromatography separates mixtures based on property differences.
  • Spectroscopy studies the interaction between matter and electromagnetic radiation.
  • Titration measures the amount of a substance by reacting it with a known amount of another substance.

Studying That Suits You

Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

Quiz Team
Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Browser