Chemistry Chapter on Hydrocarbons
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What is true about the boiling points of hydrocarbons in the homologous series of alkanes?

  • They remain constant regardless of chain length.
  • They increase as the chain length increases. (correct)
  • They decrease as the chain length increases.
  • They are higher than those of alkenes of the same chain length.
  • What is the primary purpose of cracking in the context of hydrocarbons?

  • To blend hydrocarbons of similar boiling points.
  • To break down larger hydrocarbons into smaller, useful ones. (correct)
  • To purify ethanol and water mixtures.
  • To synthesize new forms of hydrocarbons.
  • Which statement correctly describes the properties of alkenes compared to alkanes?

  • Alkenes have higher boiling points than alkanes.
  • Alkenes are colorless compounds. (correct)
  • Alkenes cannot undergo combustion.
  • Alkenes are generally less reactive than alkanes.
  • What characteristic of alkanes makes them suitable for use in heating and cooking?

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    What is the general process represented by the formula: fuel + O2 = CO2 + H2O?

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    Which of the following best describes the arrangement of hydrocarbons in a fractional distillation setup?

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    What is a key property of the molecules in a homologous series?

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    Which substance emits alpha particles and is commonly used as a reference in radiation studies?

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    Flashcards

    Homologous Series

    A family of organic compounds with the same general formula and similar chemical properties, showing a gradual increase in physical properties like melting and boiling points.

    Fractional Distillation

    A process used to separate a mixture of hydrocarbons (like crude oil) based on their different boiling points.

    Alkane

    An organic compound containing only carbon and hydrogen atoms, bonded together.

    Crude Oil

    A mixture of hydrocarbons found underground, needing to be processed to be useful.

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    Cracking

    Breaking down large hydrocarbon chains into smaller, more useful ones

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    Combustion of Alkanes

    The burning of alkane fuels produces carbon dioxide, water and energy

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    Hydrocarbon

    An organic compound composed entirely of hydrogen and carbon.

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    Radioactive Materials

    Substances that emit harmful radiation, which can penetrate and damage living tissue. They must be handled with extreme care to prevent exposure and protect health.

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    Handling Radioactive Materials

    Requires special precautions like lead shielding, tongs for handling, and maintaining a safe distance to minimize exposure to radiation.

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    Radiation Sterilization

    Using radiation to kill bacteria and sterilize medical equipment, making it safe for use in healthcare.

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    Radiation and Cancer Risk

    Exposure to radiation can increase the risk of developing cancer due to mutations in cells, which can lead to uncontrolled cell growth.

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    Speed

    A scalar quantity that measures how fast an object is moving. It indicates the distance traveled over a specific time.

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    Velocity

    A vector quantity that describes both the speed and direction of an object's motion.

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    Acceleration

    A vector quantity representing the rate of change of an object's velocity. Positive acceleration indicates increasing speed, while negative acceleration indicates decreasing speed.

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    Mass

    The amount of matter in an object, measured in kilograms. It represents the object's resistance to changes in motion.

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    Weight

    The force exerted on an object due to gravity. It is directly proportional to an object's mass.

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    What is internal fertilization?

    A process where the fusion of male and female gametes (sperm and egg) occurs inside the female's body.

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    What is the role of hormones in the menstrual cycle?

    Hormones like FSH, estrogen, and LH regulate the menstrual cycle, controlling the development of an egg and preparing the uterus for pregnancy.

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    What is a zygote?

    A fertilized egg cell that is formed when a sperm cell successfully fertilizes an egg.

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    What is the difference between an embryo and a fetus?

    An embryo refers to the developing human from fertilization to the 8th week of pregnancy. A fetus refers to the developing human from the 8th week of pregnancy until birth.

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    What is the placenta's function?

    The placenta connects the developing fetus to the mother's circulatory system, providing oxygen, nutrients, and removing waste products.

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    Voltage

    The electrical potential difference between two points in a circuit, measured in volts (V). It represents the driving force that pushes electric charge through the circuit.

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    Current

    The rate of flow of electrical charge through a circuit, measured in amperes (A). It represents how much charge passes a point in the circuit per unit time.

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    Resistance

    The opposition to the flow of electrical current, measured in ohms (Ω). It determines how much current will flow for a given voltage.

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    Ohm's Law

    A fundamental law in electricity that states the relationship between voltage (V), current (I), and resistance (R): V = IR.

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    Power

    The rate at which energy is transferred or used, measured in watts (W). It represents how much energy is consumed or produced per unit time.

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    Static Electricity

    The buildup of electrical charges on the surface of an object, caused by an imbalance of electrons.

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    What causes static electricity?

    An imbalance of electrons on the surface of an object. When electrons are transferred from one object to another, it leads to a buildup of charges on each object resulting in static electricity.

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    Types of charges?

    There are two types of charges: positive and negative. Positive charges are due to a lack of electrons, while negative charges are due to an excess of electrons.

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    How do charges interact?

    Like charges repel each other, while opposite charges attract each other. This is the fundamental principle that governs the interaction of charged objects.

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    What are electrons?

    Electrons are tiny negatively charged particles that orbit the nucleus of an atom. Their movement is responsible for electrical current.

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    What is a moment?

    A moment is the turning effect of a force around a pivot point. It's calculated by multiplying the force by the perpendicular distance from the pivot point.

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    What is a trebuchet?

    A trebuchet is a catapult that uses a long arm and a heavy counterweight to launch projectiles. It works by harnessing the potential energy stored in the counterweight and releasing it as kinetic energy.

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    What is energy?

    Energy is the ability to do work. It's measured in Joules.

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    What is power?

    Power is the rate at which energy is transferred or used. It's measured in Watts.

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    What is pressure?

    Pressure is the force applied over a specific area. It's measured in Pascals.

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    What is radioactivity?

    Radioactivity is the process where an unstable atomic nucleus releases energy and particles to become stable. It's a random process.

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    What is radioactive decay?

    Radioactive decay is the process in which an unstable atom releases particles and energy to become a more stable atom. It's a random process that happens over time.

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    How is radioactivity detected?

    Radioactivity can be detected using tools such as Geiger counters, photographic film, and cloud chambers. These devices measure the energy released by radioactive decay.

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    What are the types of radiation?

    There are three main types of radiation: alpha, beta, and gamma. Alpha particles are made of two protons and two neutrons, beta particles are high-speed electrons, and gamma rays are high-energy electromagnetic waves.

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    What is the difference between alpha, beta, and gamma radiation?

    Alpha radiation is the least penetrating, but the most ionizing. Beta radiation is more penetrating than alpha, but less ionizing. Gamma radiation is the most penetrating and the least ionizing.

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    Study Notes

    States of Matter

    • Solids: Particles close together, fixed positions, high density, definite shape.
    • Liquids: Particles able to move around each other, no definite shape, takes the shape of container.
    • Gases: Particles move randomly, able to spread out to fill container, low density.
    • Changes of state: Melting (solid to liquid), Freezing (liquid to solid), Boiling (liquid to gas), Condensing (gas to liquid), Evaporation (liquid to gas).

    Atoms, Elements, and Compounds

    • Elements: Cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means.
    • Compounds: Formed by the chemical combination of two or more elements (e.g., H₂O).
    • Mixtures: Two or more elements or compounds mixed together, but not chemically bonded (e.g., salt water).

    Atomic Structure

    • Protons: Positive charge, mass 1.
    • Neutrons: No charge, mass 1.
    • Electrons: Negative charge, mass 0.
    • Isotopes: Atoms of the same element with different numbers of neutrons.

    Nuclear Structure

    • Mass Number: The sum of protons and neutrons in an atom.
    • Atomic Number: The number of protons in an atom.

    Radioactive Decay

    • Alpha Decay: Loss of an alpha particle (2 protons and 2 neutrons), mass number decreases by 4, atomic number decreases by 2.
    • Beta Decay: Loss of a beta particle (electron), a neutron turns into a proton + electron; mass number remains the same, atomic number increases by 1.
    • Half-life: Average time taken for the activity to decrease by half its original amount.

    Flame Tests

    • Different metal ions produce characteristic colours in a flame.
    • Example flame tests: Lithium (crimson/red), Sodium (yellow), Potassium (lilac), Barium (green).

    Alkali Metals

    • Group 1 elements in the periodic table.
    • Very reactive metals.
    • Shiny when freshly cut.
    • Good conductors of heat and electricity.
    • Low densities, melting and boiling points.

    Chemical Reactions

    • Rate of reaction: Change in concentration / change in time
    • Factors affecting reaction rate: Temperature (high = faster), Concentration (high = faster), Pressure (high for gases = faster), Surface area (surface area increases), catalysts (lowers activation energy).

    Types of Reactions

    • Exothermic: Release energy (heat).
    • Endothermic: Absorb energy (heat).

    Hydrocarbons

    • Hydrocarbons contain only carbon and hydrogen.
    • Alkanes are saturated hydrocarbons (single bonds between carbons).
    • Alkenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons (double bonds between carbons).
    • Boiling points and flammability increase with chain length in homologous series. Viscosity of hydrocarbons increases with chain length
    • Physical changes affect the state / properties of hydrocarbons, while chemical changes alter their composition resulting in new materials.
    • Homologous series: A series of organic compounds with the same general formula and similar chemical properties. The properties change gradually as the number of carbon atoms in the molecule increases.

    Pure Metals

    • Properties: Malleable, ductile, conductive (heat and electricity), shiny, high melting and boiling, points.
    • Reaction with water: Produce hydroxides and hydrogen gas.
    • Reaction with dilute acids: Produce metal salts and hydrogen gas.

    Metal Alloys

    • Mixtures of two or more metals.
    • Harder than pure metals.
    • Better for everyday use.

    Displacement Reactions

    • Displacement of metals using another reactive metal.
    • More reactive metal displaces a less reactive metal from its compound

    Alkanes and Alkenes

    • Hydrocarbons made of only C and H.
    • Alkanes have single bonds, saturated (CnH₂n+2).
    • Alkenes have double bonds, unsaturated (CnH₂n).
    • Addition of Bromine water: Alkanes - no reaction, Alkene - colour change
    • Homologous Series: similar chemical formula, gradual increase in physical properties (BP, melting pt)

    Fractional Distillation

    • Separating components in a mixture of hydrocarbons based on boiling point.
    • Different sized hydrocarbons have different uses, varying boiling points are used to separate crude oil into different useful fractions.

    Cracking

    • Breaking down large hydrocarbons into smaller, more useful hydrocarbons using high temperature
    • Used to convert petroleum into smaller hydrocarbon components with a use
    • Thermal decomposition

    Experimental Techniques (C12)

    • Measuring equipment: Stopclock/stopwatch, Top-pan balance, Thermometer, Universal indicator paper/digital probe, beaker/cylinder/Syringe, Volumetric pipette/burette, Spatula.

    Radiation

    • Radioactivity: Atom changing into a more stable form via radioactive processes
    • Detecting radioactivity: Geiger counters, Photographic film, Cloud chambers.
    • Radiation background: Different sources of radiation (rocks, food, radon, sun etc).

    Types of Radiation

    • Alpha: Large, heavy particle (2 protons & 2 neutrons), weakly penetrating.
    • Beta: Light, fast moving electron, moderately penetrating.
    • Gamma: High energy electromagnetic radiation. Highly penetrating.

    EM spectrum

    • Gamma rays, X-rays, Ultraviolet, Visible light, Infrared, Microwaves, Radio waves. Gamma rays have high energy and a short wavelength.
    • Different uses include medical imaging, astronomy and destroying harmful cells, as well as detecting weapons

    Motion

    • Speed: Distance/time
    • Velocity: Speed + direction. A vector quantity
    • Acceleration: Change in velocity/time

    Mass and Inertia

    • Mass: Measure of the quantity of matter.
    • Inertia: How difficult to change the motion.
    • Density: Mass/volume
    • Weight: Mass x gravity.

    Friction and Air Resistance

    • Friction: Opposing force from surfaces when objects rub, it can cause significant heat.
    • Turning effect: Measured using moments. Moment = force x perpendicular distance from the pivot
    • Example: Trebuchet

    Energy, Work, and Power

    • Energy: Ability to do work
    • Power: Work done per unit time

    Plant Cells/Parts/Functions

    • Processes: Respiration, Photosynthesis (needs sunlight, CO₂, water). Components: Nucleus, Chloroplast (contain Chlorophyll), Cell Membrane, Cell Wall, Vacuoles, Cytoplasm.
    • Plant responses to light/temperature/CO₂
    • Plant transport (xylem and phloem)

    Human body responses

    • Thermoregulation: Maintaining temperature (sweating, shivering, blood vessel dilation)

    • Homeostasis: Maintaining stable internal conditions by using receptors, response systems (nervous, endocrine). Examples: Blood glucose level/temperature regulation/ water balance

    Reproduction (B11)

    • Mitosis: Create identical copies of cells, growth, repair.
    • Meiosis: Produce gametes (sex cells), genetic diversity.
    • Pollination: Transfer of pollen from anther to stigma in flowers.
    • Plant fertilisation: Pollen reaching the ovary to fertilise the egg cell.
    • Human fertilisation inside a fallopian tube
    • Process for Sperm and egg development

    Biological Molecules

    • Carbohydrates, Fats/oils, Proteins
    • Starch: Linking glucose molecules, energy storage.
    • Cellulose : Structural plant support
    • Fats and oils: Fatty acids and glycerol, energy storage.
    • Testing for specific molecules (Benedicts test, Iodne test)

    Enzymes

    • Biological Catalysts: Speed up chemical reactions without being used up.
    • Active site: Specific part where substrate binds.
    • Enzyme specificity: Enzyme works optimally with specific substrates.
    • Factors affecting enzyme activity: Temperature and pH.
    • Effects of change on biological structures and function

    Coordination

    • Nervous system: Brain, spinal cord, nerves (neurons). Transmission of electrical impulses, coordination between brain and other parts, responses to stimuli
    • Reflex actions: Knee-jerk response.

    Hormones

    • Chemical messengers: Oestrogen (female), Adrenaline (fight-or-flight), Insulin, Glucagon (blood glucose regulation), Testosterone(male), Thyroxine (metabolism).

    Variation and Selection

    • Variation: Differences between individuals within species.
    • Continuous variation : Numerical measure with many values (height).
    • Discontinuous variation : Distinct values or categories (blood type).
    • Mutation: A change in genes.
    • Natural selection: Individuals with better traits survive and reproduce.
    • Selective breeding : Humans select organisms to breed, to pass particular traits to next generation

    Organisms and their Environment

    • Producers: Organisms converting light energy into chemical energy (photosynthesis)
    • Consumers: Organisms that eat other organisms
    • Decomposers: Organisms breaking down dead organisms
    • Carbon cycle: Movement of carbon through living things and the environment.

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