Chapter One: The Structure of Matter
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What primarily accounts for the volume of an atom?

  • The combined mass of subatomic particles
  • The electrons surrounding the nucleus
  • The size of the protons and neutrons
  • The empty space within the atom (correct)

How do the electrons in an atom affect its interaction with other atoms?

  • They cause atoms to repel one another (correct)
  • They allow atoms to pass through one another easily
  • They attract other positively charged particles
  • They negate the effects of intermolecular forces

What is the mass of a proton compared to that of an electron?

  • About 1800 times heavier (correct)
  • Slightly lighter
  • About 1/1800 of an atomic mass unit
  • Approximately the same

What is the charge of a neutron?

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What is the primary factor that differentiates isotopes of an element?

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What value is defined as one atomic mass unit (amu)?

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Which particle's mass is typically ignored when calculating atomic mass?

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What is the charge of an electron?

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What is defined as anything that has mass and takes up space?

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Which particles are found in the nucleus of an atom?

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What is the approximate radius range of an atom?

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Which particle has a negligible mass compared to protons and neutrons?

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Why is the study of atomic and molecular structures important?

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What charge do protons carry?

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What percentage of an atom's mass is found in the nucleus?

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Which statement about the mass of protons compared to neutrons is true?

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What occurs in a system when a repulsive force is present?

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Which type of bond involves the complete transfer of valence electrons?

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What must be true about the net charge of an ionic compound?

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Which of the following describes the properties of ionic compounds when solid?

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What is the primary characteristic of covalent bonding?

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Which of the following is a common example of an ionic compound?

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In ionic bonding, which entity acts as the electron donor?

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Which of the following statements accurately describes covalent bonding?

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What results when one, two, or three pairs of electrons are shared between atoms?

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Which of the following statements accurately describes covalent bonds?

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What characteristic is true of metallic bonding?

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Which of the following elements would likely form covalent bonds due to their high ionization energies and low electron affinities?

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In the example of water (H2O), how many electrons does each hydrogen atom share with oxygen?

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What type of molecules are primarily formed through covalent bonding?

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What happens to atoms when they share electrons to achieve octet configuration?

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Which of the following best describes how valence electrons behave in metallic bonding?

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What does the atomic packing factor (APF) indicate?

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Which structure tends to have lower energy levels due to their arrangement?

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Which factor does NOT impact the density of materials?

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How is the atomic packing factor (APF) calculated for a crystal?

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What is the relationship between bond strength and melting temperature?

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What arrangement characterizes hexagonal symmetry?

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Which type of bonds typically results in higher thermal conductivity in materials?

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Which of the following is an example of a material with hexagonal symmetry?

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What characteristic of metallic bonds allows them to conduct electricity effectively?

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Which statement describes the structure of solids?

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What is a key feature that distinguishes crystalline solids from amorphous solids?

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of solids?

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Why do amorphous solids not have a definite melting point?

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What primarily confers rigidity and hardness to solids?

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Which of the following is an example of an amorphous solid?

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What property of solids allows them to keep their shape even when external forces are applied?

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Flashcards

Atomic Volume

Most of an atom's volume (over 99%) is empty space.

Repulsion of Atoms

Negative electrons surrounding atoms prevent atom overlap.

Proton Charge

Protons have a positive charge (1e).

Neutron Charge

Neutrons are electrically neutral.

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Atomic Mass Unit (amu)

A unit of mass used for atoms; approximately the mass of a proton or neutron.

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Electron Mass

Electrons are very light (about 1/1800 of an atomic mass unit).

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Atomic Mass Contribution

The number of protons and neutrons primarily determines the atomic mass .

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Isotopes

Atoms of the same element but with different neutron count.

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Structure of Matter

All objects, living or non-living, are composed of matter. Matter has mass and occupies space.

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Atom

The smallest particle of an element that retains its properties.

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Atomic Radius

The approximate size of an atom, typically between 1-5 x 10^-10 meters.

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Atomic Mass

The mass of a single atom, ranging from 10^-24 to 10^-21 grams, varying by element.

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Atomic Nucleus

The dense, central core of an atom containing most of its mass.

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Atomic Particles

Protons (positive), electrons (negative), and neutrons (neutral).

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Properties of Matter

Characteristics or behaviors of material that stem from its atomic and molecular structure.

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Bulk Properties

Characteristics of a substance that depend on structure at atomic and molecular levels.

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Ionic Bonding

Complete transfer of valence electrons between atoms forming oppositely charged ions (cations and anions).

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Covalent Bonding

Sharing of valence electrons between atoms to achieve stability.

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Ionic Compound

A compound formed by ionic bonds, typically between a metal and a nonmetal.

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Cation

Positively charged ion formed when an atom loses electrons.

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Anion

Negatively charged ion formed when an atom gains electrons.

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Chemical Bond Types

Ionic, covalent, and metallic bonds are the fundamental types that hold molecules together.

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Octet Rule

Atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a full outer electron shell (8 electrons).

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Compound Stability

The strength and nature of the bonds dictate the compound's properties and stability.

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Covalent Bond

A chemical bond formed by the sharing of electrons between atoms, primarily between nonmetals.

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Metallic Bond

A type of chemical bond in metals, where valence electrons are delocalized and shared among a lattice of metal ions.

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High Electrical Conductivity (Metals)

Metals easily allow electric current to flow due to the free movement of electrons.

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Metallic Bonding

A chemical bond in metals formed by the electrostatic attraction between delocalized electrons and positive metal ions.

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Electron Sharing

Atoms share valence electrons to achieve a stable octet configuration around them.

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High Thermal Conductivity (Metals)

Metals efficiently transfer heat because of the free movement of electrons.

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Delocalized Electrons

Electrons not associated with a specific atom in a metal, but move freely throughout the metal.

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Amorphous Solid

A solid with randomly arranged particles, no regular repeating pattern.

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Bond Strength

The strength of the bond increases with the number of shared electrons.

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Crystalline Solid

A solid with particles arranged in a highly ordered, repeating structure.

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Covalent Bond Properties

Covalent bonds are typically strong, act as insulators, form polymers, and resist inorganic solvents.

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Solids (General)

State of matter where particles are closely packed and vibrate.

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Octet Rule

Atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a full outermost electron shell (8 electrons).

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Solid Structure

Solids have particles closely packed, leading to high densities and rigidity.

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Melting Point (Amorphous)

Amorphous solids do not have a definitive melting point. Instead they melt over a range of temperatures.

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Single, Double, Triple Bonds

Covalent bonds formed by sharing 1, 2, or 3 pairs of electrons to achieve octet rule.

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Atomic Packing Factor (APF)

The fraction of space occupied by atoms in a crystal structure. It indicates how tightly packed the atoms are.

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Hexagonal System

A crystal system where atoms form hexagons with two edges of equal length (a=b), and a symmetry axis (c) perpendicular to these edges and making 120° angles between them.

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Unit Cell

The simplest repeating unit in a crystal structure.

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Correlation between Atomic Structure and Properties

The relationship between the structure of matter (atoms, bonds) and its measurable properties (density, melting point, conductivity).

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Density

A measure of how much mass is contained within a given volume.

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Melting/Boiling Temperature

The temperature at which a substance changes from solid to liquid (melting) or liquid to gas (boiling).

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Thermal Expansion

The change in size of a material due to temperature changes.

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Electrical/Thermal Conductivity

Materials ability to transmit/transfer heat or electricity.

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Study Notes

Chapter One: The Structure of Matter

  • Matter encompasses all living and non-living things
  • Matter takes up space and has mass
  • Matter exists in various forms, such as rocks, trees, and people
  • Matter is composed of atoms
  • Atoms are the smallest unit of an element that retains its properties.
  • Atoms contain a nucleus (protons and neutrons) and electrons
  • Nucleus has almost all the mass of an atom.
  • Protons have a positive charge, whereas electrons have a negative charge
  • Neutrons are neutral
  • Atomic radii are roughly 1-5 ×10⁻¹⁰ m
  • Atomic masses range from 10⁻²⁴ to 10⁻²¹ g
  • Electron orbits are located outside the nucleus
  • The space inside an atom is mostly empty space
  • Atoms repel each other due to negatively charged electrons. This prevents them from occupying the same space.

Atomic Particles

  • Protons: Positively charged, mass approximately 1.672 × 10⁻²⁷ g, and are 1800 times heavier than electrons.
  • Neutrons: Uncharged, mass almost the same as protons (1.674 × 10⁻²⁷ g)
  • Electrons: Negatively charged, mass approximately 9.109 × 10⁻³¹ g. Negligible compared to the mass of protons and neutrons.
  • The number of protons defines the atomic number of an element.

Atomic Mass

  • Protons and neutrons have approximately the same mass (about 1.67 x 10⁻²⁷ kg)
  • Scientists define this mass as one atomic mass unit (amu)
  • Electrons are significantly lighter than protons and neutrons.
  • Atomic mass is calculated based on the number of protons and neutrons.

Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure

  • Chemical bonds form when atoms come close enough for their electron clouds to interpenetrate.
  • Attractive forces between atoms decrease energy.
  • Atoms form chemical bonds due to the electrostatic force of attraction between electrons and nuclei or due to sharing of electrons.
  • Types of chemical bonds include ionic, covalent, and metallic.

Ionic Bonding

  • Involves the complete transfer of electrons between atoms.
  • Metals lose electrons, becoming positively charged cations.
  • Nonmetals gain electrons, becoming negatively charged anions.
  • Ionic bonds create electrostatic attraction between the opposing charges.
  • Common example: Sodium Chloride (NaCl)
  • Properties include high melting and boiling points, and electrical conductivity in solution.
  • Example: NaCl

Covalent Bonding

  • Involves the sharing of valence electrons between atoms.
  • Covalent bonds form when atoms share one or more pairs of electrons.
  • Strength of covalent bonds depends on the number of shared electron pairs.
  • Example: Water (H₂O)

Metallic Bonding

  • Involves the electrostatic force between delocalized electrons in an electron cloud surrounding positively charged metal ions.
  • Valence electrons are not attached to individual atoms.
  • Electrons move freely throughout the solid.
  • Typical properties for metallic bonding include electrical and thermal conductivity.

The Structure of Solids

  • Solids have fixed shapes and volumes.
  • Particles are closely packed and vibrate around fixed positions.
  • Two Types of Solids
    • Crystalline: Regularly arranged particles with a defined structure
    • Amorphous: Randomly arranged particles without a defined structure
  • Properties of solids are influenced by the type of bonds and arrangement of particles.

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