Chemical Reactions and pH Concepts
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In a chemical reaction, what are the substances present before the reaction takes place called?

  • Products
  • Indicators
  • Catalysts
  • Reactants (correct)
  • Which type of reaction involves a single reactant breaking down into multiple products?

  • Chemical decomposition (correct)
  • Single replacement
  • Double replacement
  • Chemical combination
  • Which of the following best describes a double replacement reaction?

  • A single reactant breaks down into multiple products
  • The positive and negative ions of two ionic compounds exchange resulting in two new compounds. (correct)
  • An element replaces another element in a compound
  • Multiple reactants combine to form a more complex product
  • In the reaction HCl + KOH → H₂O + KCl, what type of reaction is taking place?

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

    What is the pH of a neutral solution?

    <p>7 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A solution turns litmus paper blue. What does this indicate about the solution?

    <p>The solution is basic (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a chemical combination reaction?

    <p>C + O₂ → CO₂ (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What color will phenolphthalein turn in a basic solution?

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

    What primarily distinguishes isotopes of the same element?

    <p>The number of neutrons. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the force holding atoms together in a molecule with a polar covalent bond?

    <p>Unequal sharing of electrons due to electronegativity difference. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an atom gains an electron, what type of ion does it become?

    <p>An anion. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following represents the correct relationship between atomic number and mass number?

    <p>Atomic number is equal to the number of protons, and mass number is the sum of protons and neutrons. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key difference between a covalent and ionic bond?

    <p>Covalent bonds involve sharing of electrons, while ionic bonds involve transfer of electrons. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a pure substance, composed of a single type of atom?

    <p>Oxygen (O2) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A substance is characterized by a consistent chemical formula. Which type of substance does this definition best describe?

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    What is the primary difference between a homogeneous and a heterogeneous mixture?

    <p>Homogeneous mixtures have components that are indistinguishable, while heterogeneous mixtures have distinguishable components. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which separation technique is most appropriate for recovering salt from a saltwater solution?

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

    A mixture contains a solid that is not dissolved, and a liquid. Which method would be most effective to initially separate the solid from the liquid?

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

    In the reaction, $2Na + 2H_2O \rightarrow 2NaOH + H_2$, which substance is the reducing agent?

    <p>$Na$ (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process occurs at the cathode during electrolysis?

    <p>Reduction of cations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A metal X is able to displace hydrogen from an acid. Based on the reactivity series, what can be concluded about metal X?

    <p>It is more reactive than hydrogen. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to an atom's oxidation number when it undergoes reduction?

    <p>It decreases. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the reaction $Fe + CuSO_4 \rightarrow Cu + FeSO_4$, which substance is the oxidizing agent?

    <p>$CuSO_4$ (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a redox reaction?

    <p>Gain of electrons only. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the electrolysis of a salt solution, which metals are preferentially deposited at the cathode?

    <p>The least reactive metals. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these substances would typically act as an oxidizing agent?

    <p>Fluorine ($F_2$). (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary result of an ionic compound's dissociation in water?

    <p>The separation into positively and negatively charged ions. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When an acid ionizes in water, what is one of the key products formed, in addition to hydrogen ions?

    <p>A corresponding negatively charged anion. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes the dissociation of hydroxides when they are placed in water?

    <p>Hydroxides dissociate into metal cations and hydroxide anions (OH-). (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What products are formed when salts dissociate in water?

    <p>Metal cations derived from the base and anions derived from the acid. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of compound is aluminum chloride ($AlCl_3$)?

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

    What are 'oxoacids' primarily categorized as regarding their structure?

    <p>A specific subset of ternary compounds. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a defining property of halogens?

    <p>A high electronegativity, paired with a large number of valence electrons. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do halogens primarily occur in nature?

    <p>In compounds, due to their high reactivity. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which halogen is a reddish-brown liquid at room temperature?

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

    Which of these is a common application of hydrochloric acid (HCl)?

    <p>Industrial cleaning processes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What makes handling hydrogen fluoride (HF) particularly hazardous?

    <p>It is highly corrosive to glass. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of fluorides in dental care?

    <p>To strengthen teeth enamel and prevent decay. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following physical states is NOT associated with halogens as pure elements at room temperature?

    <p>Plasma (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Chemical combination

    A chemical reaction where multiple reactants combine to form a more complex product.

    Chemical decomposition

    A chemical reaction where a single reactant breaks down into multiple products.

    Single replacement

    A chemical reaction where an element replaces another element in a compound to form a new element and a new compound.

    Double replacement

    A chemical reaction where the positive and negative ions of two ionic compounds exchange to form two new compounds.

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    Reactants

    Substances present before a chemical reaction takes place.

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    Products

    Substances formed after a chemical reaction takes place.

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    Neutralization

    A special type of double replacement reaction that occurs between an acid and a base, producing water and a salt.

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    pH

    A measure of acidity or basicity of a solution.

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    What is an atom?

    The smallest unit of an element that retains the chemical properties of that element. It is composed of a nucleus (containing protons and neutrons) and an electron shell.

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    What is a molecule?

    A group of two or more atoms that are bonded together. They can be made up of the same element or different elements.

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    What are protons?

    The positively charged particles found in the nucleus of an atom. Their number determines the atomic number of the element.

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    What are electrons?

    The negatively charged particles that orbit the nucleus of an atom in specific shells or energy levels. They participate in chemical bonding.

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    What is the nucleus?

    The central core of an atom, containing protons and neutrons. It is responsible for the atom's mass and identity.

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    What is a pure substance?

    A substance that contains only one type of particle, such as atoms or molecules.

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    What is an element?

    A type of pure substance made up of the same type of atom. Their identity is determined by their proton number.

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    What is a compound?

    A type of pure substance formed by two or more different elements chemically bonded together.

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    What is a homogeneous mixture?

    A mixture where the components are evenly distributed and cannot be easily distinguished by the naked eye.

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    What is a heterogeneous mixture?

    A mixture where the components are not evenly distributed and can be easily distinguished by the naked eye.

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    Oxidation

    A chemical reaction where an atom loses electrons, increasing its oxidation number.

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    Reduction

    A chemical reaction where an atom gains electrons, decreasing its oxidation number.

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    Redox Reactions

    Chemical reactions involving both oxidation and reduction processes, where the total number of electrons lost equals the total number gained.

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    Reducing Agents

    Substances that cause other substances to be reduced, while themselves being oxidized.

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    Oxidizing Agents

    Substances that cause other substances to be oxidized, while themselves being reduced.

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    Reactivity Series of Metals

    A series ranking metals from most reactive to least reactive. Less reactive metals can displace more reactive metals in a solution.

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    Displacement Reaction

    A chemical reaction where a more reactive metal displaces a less reactive metal from its salt solution, or where a metal displaces hydrogen from an acid.

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    Electrolysis

    A process used to obtain pure metals, where electrical current is passed through a solution, causing reduction at the cathode and oxidation at the anode.

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    Ionization

    The process where an ionic compound breaks apart into its individual ions (cations and anions) when dissolved in water.

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    What happens to acids in water?

    Acids are compounds that release hydrogen ions (H+) when dissolved in water. This results in the formation of hydronium ions (H3O+) through a reaction with water molecules.

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    Hydroxides in water

    Hydroxides are compounds containing the hydroxide ion (OH-). They break apart into metal cations and hydroxide anions when in water.

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    What are salts?

    Salts are ionic compounds formed by the reaction of an acid and a base. They dissociate into metal cations and anions from the acid when in water.

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    Binary Compounds

    These compounds consist of two elements. Examples include chlorides (NaCl), sulfides (Na2S), and oxides (CO2).

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    Ternary Compounds

    These compounds contain three or more elements. Examples include hydroxides (NaOH), oxoacids (H2SO4), and oxoacid salts (Na2SO4).

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    Polyatomic Compounds

    These are compounds made up of many elements, such as hydrosalts which are salts containing hydrogen, a metal, and a non-metal.

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    What are Halogens?

    Halogens are highly reactive non-metals with seven valence electrons. They tend to gain one electron to form anions and are commonly found in diatomic molecules (e.g., Cl2, Br2, I2). Fluorine is an example.

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    Describe Chlorine (Cl)

    A yellow-green gas commonly used for disinfecting water, bleaching paper, and manufacturing plastics.

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    Describe Bromine (Br)

    A reddish-brown liquid used in some medicines and industrial processes.

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    Describe Iodine (I)

    A dark gray solid essential for thyroid hormone production and used as a disinfectant.

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    What are halogen hydrides?

    A group of compounds formed by the reaction of halogens with hydrogen. They are corrosive and acidic, with hydrochloric acid (HCl) being a common example used for cleaning and industrial purposes.

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    Study Notes

    Chemical Reactions

    • Chemical reactions involve reactants transforming into products
    • The number of atoms of each element must be conserved
    • Reactants are substances that start the reaction
    • Products are substances formed from reaction
    • Chemical equations depict reactants and products
    • Chemical formulas represent substances using element symbols and subscripts
    • Types of chemical reactions include: combination, decomposition, single replacement, double replacement, acid-base neutralization, combustion
    • Conservation of mass principle means mass of reactants equals mass of products
    • Exothermic reactions release heat
    • Endothermic reactions absorb heat
    • Neutralization reactions involve acids and bases reacting to produce salt and water
    • Examples of chemical reactions include:
      • Combustion: Burning of a substance in the presence of oxygen (e.g., C + O₂ → CO₂)
      • Neutralization: Acid + Base → Salt + Water (e.g., HCl + NaOH → NaCl + H₂O)
      • Formation of a precipitate: Combining two soluble solutions to get an insoluble solid (e.g., AgNO₃ + NaCl → AgCl ↓ + NaNO₃)

    pH and Indicators

    • pH is a measure of acidity or basicity
    • A pH value of 7 is neutral, below 7 is acidic, and above 7 is alkaline
    • Indicators are substances that change color depending on pH
    • Examples of indicators include litmus paper, phenolphthalein, universal indicator, and others
    • Litmus paper turns red in acidic solutions and blue in basic solutions
    • Phenolphthalein is colorless in acidic and neutral solutions, and pink or fuchsia in basic solutions
    • Universal indicator shows a range of colors to represent different pH values
    • pH can be measured using pH meters or indicators.
    • Acids release H⁺ ions in water, while bases release OH⁻ ions.
    • Acids have a sour taste; Bases have a bitter taste.
    • pH scale ranges from 0 to 14
    • Neutral solutions have a pH of 7
    • Acidic solutions have a pH less than 7
    • Basic solutions have a pH greater than 7

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