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Which of the following is NOT evidence of a chemical change?
Which of the following is NOT evidence of a chemical change?
According to the kinetic molecular theory, what causes chemical reactions to occur?
According to the kinetic molecular theory, what causes chemical reactions to occur?
What is the difference between a chemical change and a nuclear change?
What is the difference between a chemical change and a nuclear change?
What is Avogadro's number, and what does it represent?
What is Avogadro's number, and what does it represent?
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When writing a chemical equation, why is it important to balance the equation?
When writing a chemical equation, why is it important to balance the equation?
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Study Notes
Chemical Changes
- Physical/Phase Changes: These changes do not alter the chemical composition of a substance. No new chemicals are formed.
- Chemical Changes: New substances with different properties are formed in these changes.
Nuclear Changes
- Elements transformed: Nuclear changes involve elements being changed into different elements.
- Fission/Fusion: Examples of nuclear changes include fission and fusion reactions.
Why Reactions Occur
- Kinetic Molecular Theory: The smallest particles of matter are in constant, random motion.
- Collisions: These particles collide with each other.
- Rearrangement: Collisions can lead to the rearrangement of particles, forming new substances.
Evidence of Chemical Changes
- Color Change: A noticeable shift in color suggests a chemical change.
- Odor Change: A change in smell indicates a chemical reaction.
- Precipitate Formation: The formation of a solid (precipitate) within a solution signals a chemical reaction.
- Energy Changes: Chemical reactions often release or absorb energy. This is categorized as endothermic/exothermic.
Avogadro's Number
- Particle Count: Avogadro's number (6.02 x 1023) represents the number of particles (molecules) in one mole of a substance.
- Molecules vs. Moles: Distinguish between the number of molecules and the unit moles.
- Conversion: Use Avogadro's number to convert between the number of particles and amount of moles.
Writing Chemical Equations
- Reactants & Products: A chemical equation must identify the reactants and products.
- Correct Elements: Ensure the equation contains the correct chemical symbols for each element.
- Balanced Charges: The overall charge on both sides of the equation must be balanced.
- Equal Elements: The number of atoms of each element must be equal on both sides of the equation.
- States of Matter: Include the physical state of each substance (e.g., solid, liquid, gas). Examples for states are added below.
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Examples of Equation Components:
- magnesium + hydrochloric acid → magnesium chloride + hydrogen gas
- hydrogen + oxygen → water
- iron (II) nitrate + sodium phosphate → sodium nitrate + iron (II) phosphate
- solid silicon tetrachloride + water → gaseous silicon dioxide + hydrochloric acid
- phosphoric acid + calcium sulfate → calcium phosphate + sulfuric acid
- aluminum + fluorine → aluminum fluoride
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This quiz explores the differences between physical and chemical changes, as well as nuclear changes. You will learn about the kinetic molecular theory, evidence of chemical changes, and the processes of fission and fusion. Test your understanding of these essential chemistry concepts!
