Cell Composition Elements Quiz

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Which group of elements constitute over 99% of the mass of most cells?

  • P-block elements (correct)
  • D-block elements
  • F-block elements
  • S-block elements

What is a characteristic feature of major elements found in living cells?

  • They are mostly P-block elements (correct)
  • They are able to form ionic bonds
  • They have larger atomic sizes/numbers
  • They are metals

Which elements are considered minor elements in living cells?

  • K, P, S, and C
  • O, Fe, Si, and Mg
  • Cu, Mg, Ca, and Na
  • Mn, Fe, Co, and Ni (correct)

What is the similarity between the composition of Earth and the composition of the human body in terms of elements?

<p>Earth and human body share similar concentrations of some elements (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are major elements like Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, and Sulphur important in living cells?

<p>They are present in organic compounds of cells (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about the representation of periodic table groups in living cells is correct?

<p>15 out of 18 groups on the periodic table are found in cells (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a distinguishing feature of major elements in living cells compared to other elements?

<p>They are neither too reactive nor inert (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Dalton's theory, why are atoms of the same element considered identical?

<p>They are identical in size, mass, and chemical properties. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Democritus suggest about the nature of matter?

<p>Matter is made up of small indivisible particles called atoms. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What makes Uranium potentially harmful to cells?

<p>Its emission of radiations that could harm cells. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which element's property allows it to form bonds with itself in chains, branches, or rings?

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

What type of compound does Platinum form that serves as an anti-cancer drug?

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

What was an incorrect aspect of Dalton's theory?

<p>Indivisibility of atoms (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which scientist proposed the Plum pudding or watermelon model of atomic structure?

<p>J.J. Thompson (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Louis de Broglie suggest about electrons in the Wave Mechanistic Model of the atom?

<p>Electrons have both momentum and wavelength (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which quantum number describes the orientation of orbitals in space?

<p>Magnetic quantum number (mi) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In terms of electronic configuration, what does the Orbital quantum number (l) determine?

<p>The shape of an orbital (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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