Chemistry Elements and Symbols Quiz
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Which of the following elements has a chemical symbol derived from its Latin name?

  • Oxygen
  • Aluminum
  • Sodium
  • Gold (correct)

What is the chemical symbol for the element magnesium?

  • Ma
  • Mg (correct)
  • Me
  • Mn

Which of the following is NOT a valid chemical symbol?

  • Na
  • Oz (correct)
  • He
  • Ca

Which element is represented by the symbol 'Fe'?

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Which of the following elements is represented by a one-letter symbol?

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

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of elements?

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What is the chemical symbol for Iodine?

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Which of the following elements is often named after famous people?

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

What is the name of the positively charged center of an atom?

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

Which subatomic particle has no charge?

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

What is the atomic mass unit (amu) based on?

<p>The mass of a carbon-12 atom (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which scientist discovered the nucleus?

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

Which of these statements is TRUE?

<p>The mass of an atom is primarily determined by its protons and neutrons (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did J.J. Thomson discover?

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What is the charge of a neutron?

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Why are electrons not typically included when calculating the mass of an atom?

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What happens to an electron when it absorbs energy?

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What does the atomic spectrum of an element show?

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What is the relationship between the value of the principal quantum number (n) and the energy level of an electron?

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How is energy emitted when an electron changes energy levels?

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The energy of an electron is quantized. What does this mean?

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an atomic spectrum?

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What is the lowest possible energy level of an electron in an atom?

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A student observes a bright line spectrum for a particular element. This suggests that ...

<p>Some electrons in the element have been excited to higher energy levels and are now returning to lower energy levels. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic property of nonmetals?

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Which statement accurately describes metalloids?

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In which group do alkali metals belong?

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What happens to the softness of alkali metals as you move down the group?

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What is the charge of the ion formed by alkaline earth metals?

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Which of the following elements is NOT considered an alkaline earth metal?

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How do nonmetals usually behave in chemical reactions?

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Which of the following elements is commonly known for its semiconductor properties?

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Which of the following statements is true regarding the atomic number?

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What is the mass number of an atom if it contains 10 protons and 12 neutrons?

<p>22 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many electrons does a neutral atom of oxygen, which has an atomic number of 8, contain?

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Which of the following statements accurately describes electrons?

<p>They have a mass that is much less than protons and neutrons. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct expression for mass number?

<p>Mass number = number of protons + number of neutrons (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a neutral atom, what is the relationship between protons and electrons?

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Which subatomic particle is found outside the nucleus and carries a negative charge?

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

If an atom has a mass number of 40 and contains 20 protons, how many neutrons does it have?

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Which of the following elements is a halogen?

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Based on the information provided, which element is most likely to form an ion with a -1 charge?

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Which element is a metalloid?

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What is the approximate percentage of our body mass made up of hydrogen and oxygen?

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What is the main difference between halogens and noble gases?

<p>Halogens are highly reactive, while noble gases are highly unreactive. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Dalton's atomic theory, how are atoms of an element similar to each other?

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What does Dalton's atomic theory explain?

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What is the primary difference between Dalton's atomic theory and the modern understanding of atoms?

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Flashcards

Elements

Pure substances that cannot be broken down into simpler substances.

Chemical Symbols

Representations of elements using one or two letters.

What do chemical symbols consist of?

A single letter (capitalized) or a capital letter followed by a lowercase letter.

Where do chemical symbols come from?

They are often derived from the Latin name of the element.

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Give some examples of elements represented by one-letter Symbols.

Carbon, nitrogen, fluorine, oxygen.

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Give some examples of elements represented by two-letter Symbols.

Cobalt, calcium, aluminum, magnesium.

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What are the chemical symbols for Iodine, iron, magnesium, zinc and nitrogen?

Iodine, iron, magnesium, zinc, nitrogen

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What are the names of the elements in the compounds PO5, Al(OH)3, MnBr, NH4Cl, H2O?

Phosphorus, aluminium, manganese, nitrogen, hydrogen

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Nonmetals

Elements located on the right side of the periodic table. They are dull, brittle, and poor conductors of heat and electricity. They often act as insulators and tend to gain or share electrons in chemical reactions.

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Metalloids

Elements situated along the heavy zigzag line separating metals and nonmetals on the periodic table. They exhibit properties of both metals and nonmetals.

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Periodicity

A trend observed in the periodic table where elements in the same group (or family) share similar chemical properties. These properties vary in a predictable manner as you move down a group.

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Alkali Metals

Group 1A (1) on the periodic table. They are soft, highly reactive metals that readily react with water, becoming more reactive as you move down the group.

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Alkaline Earth Metals

Group 2A (2) on the periodic table. They are shiny, but less reactive than alkali metals. They tend to form ions with a +2 charge.

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Metals

Elements in the periodic table that are typically shiny, malleable, ductile, and good conductors of heat and electricity. They tend to lose electrons in chemical reactions.

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Atoms are neutral

An atom is electrically neutral, meaning it contains an equal number of protons (positive charge) and electrons (negative charge).

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What is mass number?

The mass number of an atom represents the total number of protons and neutrons found in its nucleus.

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What are subatomic particles?

Subatomic particles are the building blocks of atoms. They are extremely small and include protons, neutrons, and electrons.

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What is atomic number?

The atomic number defines a specific element. It represents the number of protons present in an atom's nucleus.

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Where are electrons found?

Electrons are negatively charged particles that orbit the nucleus of an atom.

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What are protons?

Protons are positively charged particles located in the nucleus of an atom.

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What are neutrons?

Neutrons are neutral particles (no charge) that reside in the nucleus of an atom.

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What are the key properties of atomic number?

The atomic number of an element is a whole number that identifies the element uniquely. It is the same for all atoms of that element. It is equal to the number of protons in the atom.

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What is an atom?

The smallest unit of an element that retains the chemical properties of that element.

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What are electrons?

Electrons are negatively charged subatomic particles that orbit the nucleus of an atom.

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What is an atomic mass unit (amu)?

Atomic mass unit (amu) is a unit of mass used for measuring the mass of atoms and molecules. It is defined as 1/12 the mass of a carbon-12 atom.

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Describe the structure of an atom.

The atom is the smallest unit of an element. It's a vast space with a tiny, dense nucleus at its center. The nucleus contains protons and neutrons, while electrons orbit the nucleus.

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What is the nucleus of an atom?

The central part of an atom containing protons and neutrons.

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What is the law of conservation of mass?

A chemical reaction involves the rearrangement of atoms and molecules, but the total number of atoms remains constant.

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Electron Energy Level

The specific energy of an electron in an atom, determined by its distance from the nucleus.

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Quantized Energy Levels

The specific energy values an electron can have in an atom, like a staircase with only defined steps.

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Ground State

The lowest possible energy level an electron can occupy in an atom.

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Electron Excitation

An electron absorbs energy and moves to a higher energy level.

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Electron Relaxation

An electron releases energy and falls back to a lower energy level.

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Atomic Spectrum

The pattern of light emitted when electrons in an atom transition between energy levels, unique for each element.

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Energy Difference

The energy emitted or absorbed when an electron transitions between energy levels.

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Principal Quantum Numbers (n)

Principal quantum numbers (n) used to identify electron energy levels, increasing in value as the energy level increases.

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Halogens

Group 7A (17) on the periodic table, includes elements like fluorine, chlorine, bromine, and iodine. They're very reactive and tend to gain one electron to form negative ions.

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Noble Gases

Group 8A (18) on the periodic table, including helium, neon, argon, krypton, xenon, and radon. They're extremely unreactive due to having a full outer shell of electrons, making them very stable.

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Dalton's Atomic Theory

Dalton's Atomic Theory states that matter is made up of tiny, indivisible particles called atoms. Atoms of the same element are identical, but atoms of different elements are different. Compounds are formed when atoms of different elements combine, and chemical reactions involve the rearrangement, separation, or combination of atoms.

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Elements Essential to Health

Elements crucial for human health and survival, with 20 being considered essential. Four major elements, oxygen, carbon, hydrogen, and nitrogen, constitute 96% of our body mass.

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Compounds

Substances formed when two or more different elements combine chemically in a fixed ratio. Examples include water (H2O), carbon dioxide (CO2), and table salt (NaCl).

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Chemical Reactions

A chemical reaction is a process that involves the rearrangement, separation, or combination of atoms to form new substances. It involves breaking and forming chemical bonds. Examples include combustion, rusting, and photosynthesis.

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Mass

A measure of the amount of matter in an object. Typically measured in grams (g) or kilograms (kg).

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Study Notes

General Information

  • The provided text is a lecture presentation about elements and symbols in chemistry, with supplementary materials like a concept map, tables, and study checks.
  • The presentation covers various topics, including the periodic table, atomic structure, electron configurations, and different elements' properties.
  • The notes will focus on the key concepts and information presented.

Elements and Symbols

  • Elements are pure substances that are the building blocks of all other substances.
  • Elements cannot be broken down into simpler substances.
  • The inside front cover of the provided chemistry textbook lists elements.
  • Many element names come from Latin, planets, mythological figures, minerals, colors, locations, and famous people.
  • Chemical symbols are abbreviations that represent element names (often derived from Latin names)
  • Each chemical symbol is either one or two capital letters.
  • Examples of one-letter symbols include: C (carbon), N (nitrogen), F (fluorine), O (oxygen).
  • Examples of two-letter symbols include: Co (cobalt), Ca (calcium), Al (aluminum), Mg (magnesium).

Periodic Table

  • The periodic table arranges elements by their properties.
  • Elements in the same vertical column (group or family) have similar properties.
  • Horizontal rows (periods) are numbered from 1 to 7, going from top to bottom.
  • Elements in the groups have the same valence electrons count
  • Groups are labeled with letters and numbers.
  • Transition elements are represented by groups 3B-12B.
  • Representative elements (main group elements) are represented by groups 1A-8A.
  • An alternative numbering system uses numbers 1-18 for all groups.
  • The periodic table shows metals, metalloids, and nonmetals.

Atomic Structure

  • Atoms are the smallest particle of an element that maintains the properties of that element.
  • Atoms consist of protons, electrons, and neutrons.
  • Protons have a positive charge, electrons have negative charges, and neutrons have no charge.
  • Protons and neutrons are located in the nucleus, and electrons surround the nucleus.
  • Protons and neutrons contribute to the mass of an atom.
  • The atomic number (Z) is the number of protons in an atom, and it defines an element.
  • The mass number (A) is the total number of protons and neutrons in an atom's nucleus.
  • Isotopes are atoms of the same element that have the same number of protons but different numbers of neutrons. Isotopes have different mass numbers.
  • Atomic mass is the weighted average of the masses of all naturally occurring isotopes of an element.

Electron Configuration and Orbital Diagrams

  • Electrons fill energy levels (or shells) and then fill sublevels (s, p, d, f) starting with the lowest energy levels first.
  • Each energy level has a certain number of sublevels and orbitals.
  • Each orbital holds a maximum of two electrons. Electrons in the same orbital have opposite spins.
  • Electron configurations describe the arrangement of electrons in an atom's orbitals and energy levels.
  • Abbreviated configurations use a noble gas to represent the core electrons (the filled inner energy levels) of the atom.
  • Orbital diagrams use boxes to illustrate the arrangement and spins of electrons in various atomic orbitals.

Key Properties of Elements

  • Elements can be classified as metals, nonmetals, or metalloids based on their properties.
  • Valence electrons are the outermost electrons in an atom. The group number of an element indicates the number of valence electrons.
  • Lewis symbols use dots to represent valence electrons and their arrangement around an atomic symbol.
  • Atomic size increases as you move down a group on the periodic table, but decreases as you move across a period from left to right.
  • Ionization energy is the energy required to remove an electron from an atom. The ionization energy increases as you move across from left to right in a period on the periodic table but decreases as you move down a group.

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