CHEM 1400 Study Guide
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Which type of intermolecular force is characterized by the attraction between polar molecules?

  • Dipole-dipole interactions (correct)
  • Ionic bonds
  • Covalent bonds
  • London dispersion forces
  • In a chemical reaction, which of the following statements is true regarding the conservation of mass?

  • Mass is gained from the surroundings.
  • Mass can change due to chemical bonds breaking.
  • Mass remains constant; the total mass of reactants equals the total mass of products. (correct)
  • Mass is lost when products are formed.
  • What is a distinguishing feature of hydrogen bonding compared to other intermolecular forces?

  • It is weaker than London dispersion forces.
  • It is stronger than ionic bonds.
  • It only occurs between nonpolar molecules.
  • It requires a hydrogen atom bonded to electronegative elements. (correct)
  • Which of the following statements about the laws of definite and multiple proportions is accurate?

    <p>The law of definite proportions states that a given compound always contains the same proportion of elements by mass.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can one visually represent how atoms rearrange during a chemical reaction?

    <p>By constructing molecular level pictures using Lewis structures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During a chemical reaction, what type of changes occur to the atomic structure of the reactants?

    <p>Atoms rearrange to form new bonds and molecules.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which intermolecular force is present in all molecules, regardless of polarity?

    <p>London dispersion forces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in writing and balancing a chemical equation?

    <p>Write the unbalanced equation summarizing the reaction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the temperature of H2O at its boiling point before it begins to transition into vapor?

    <p>Temperature remains constant as heat energy is used for bond energy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following represents a path function?

    <p>Distance traveled from Chicago to Denver.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is true about state functions?

    <p>They remain consistent regardless of the method used.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For the phase change of H2O from liquid to gas, what are the signs of ΔH and ΔS?

    <p>ΔH is positive and ΔS is positive.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does entropy measure in a system?

    <p>The degree of disorder in the system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the concept of microstates?

    <p>The different arrangements of particles at a given time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which reaction represents a decrease in entropy?

    <p>Ag+ (aq) + Cl- (aq) → AgCl (s)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is false regarding heat capacity during phase changes?

    <p>Heat energy increases temperature during phase changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the second law of thermodynamics state regarding spontaneous processes?

    <p>Entropy of the universe must increase during spontaneous processes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is ΔGsystem preferred over ΔSuniverse for predicting thermodynamic favorability?

    <p>ΔGsystem is easier to calculate and directly relates to system favorability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs when both ΔSsystem and ΔSsurroundings are equal?

    <p>The system reaches thermal equilibrium.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is typically true about the reaction favorability at high temperatures when ΔH is positive and ΔS is positive?

    <p>The reaction becomes more favorable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a system has a positive ΔG at a low temperature, what is the likely entropy change of the universe?

    <p>Negative, showing the process is favorable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean for a reaction to be spontaneous at all temperatures based on the ΔH and ΔS values?

    <p>ΔH is negative and ΔS is positive.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process must occur for a system to reach thermal equilibrium?

    <p>ΔSsystem must equal ΔSsurroundings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For a reaction where ΔH is positive and ΔS is negative, how does the temperature affect the spontaneity?

    <p>The reaction will never be spontaneous.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    CHEM 1400 Study Guide

    • This guide covers the course CHEM 1400, taught by Amanda Weiner.
    • It outlines units covering Atoms, Electrons and Orbitals, Bonding, Molecular Shape, and Macroscopic Properties, Stoichiometry, Systems Thinking, Chemical Reactions, and Kinetics and Equilibrium.
    • Each unit includes core understandings and associated activities.
    • The document includes explanations, models, and examples to aid in understanding atomic structure, bonding, chemical reactions, and equilibrium.
    • It emphasizes the development of arguments and explanations, based on evidence and data, for concepts in chemistry.
    • Calculations for chemical reactions, including identifying and balancing, are explained and exemplified.
    • Mole-mass conversions and the limiting reagent concept are explored in detail.
    • The study guide comprehensively discusses atomic models, how they've evolved, and the underlying principles.
    • It explores the relationship between macroscopic properties and molecular-level behavior regarding temperature, pressure, and kinetic energy.
    • The topics cover the concepts of equilibrium, reaction rates, and the factors influencing them (e.g., concentration, temperature, and catalysts).
    • It also explores the relationship between chemical reactions, changes in energy (bond energies), enthalpy, and entropy.
    • The guide details the different types of intermolecular forces and their implications for macroscopic properties like melting and boiling points.
    • The guide provides diagrams and conceptual descriptions related to chemical concepts and how they relate to real-world examples.

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