Chemistry Exam Review Chapters 1-9, 11-12
0 Questions
0 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to Lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

Flashcards

What is a compound?

A substance that can be broken down into two or more simpler substances by chemical methods.

What is a mixture?

A combination of two or more substances that are not chemically bonded.

What is an element?

A pure substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means.

What is a molecule?

A fixed number of atoms held together by chemical bonds in a certain spatial arrangement.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is the difference between a chemical change and a physical change?

A chemical change involves the formation of new substances, while a physical change alters the form or appearance of a substance without changing its chemical composition.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is activation energy?

The energy that must be put in to initiate a chemical reaction.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is an exothermic reaction?

A chemical reaction that releases energy into the surroundings.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is an endothermic reaction?

A chemical reaction that absorbs energy from the surroundings.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is distillation?

The process by which a solution is heated to its boiling point and the vapors are condensed and collected.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is radioactive half-life?

The time it takes for the amount of a radioactive substance to reduce by half.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is the carbon cycle?

The movement of carbon through living organisms, the atmosphere, the sea, and the earth.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is the greenhouse effect?

The process by which atmospheric gases trap and return infrared radiation radiated by Earth.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is the enhanced greenhouse effect?

The increase in the greenhouse effect caused by human activities, leading to global warming.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is a base?

A substance that increases the hydroxide ion concentration in an aqueous solution.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is an acid?

A substance that increases the hydronium ion concentration in an aqueous solution.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is neutralization?

The process by which an acid and a base react to form salt and water.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is a polar covalent bond?

A chemical bond formed by the unequal sharing of electrons between two atoms.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is a hydrogen bond?

The attraction between a hydrogen atom covalently bonded to a highly electronegative atom and an electron pair in a nearby molecule.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is electronegativity?

The ability of an atom to attract electrons in a chemical bond.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is oxidation-reduction?

The process by which electrons are transferred from one substance to another.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is a galvanic cell?

A device that converts chemical energy directly into electrical energy.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is the anode?

The electrode in a galvanic cell where oxidation occurs.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is the cathode?

The electrode in a galvanic cell where reduction occurs.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is a polymer?

A large molecule formed by the joining of many smaller repeating units called monomers.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is a natural polymer?

A polymer that occurs naturally in living organisms.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is a synthetic polymer?

A polymer made by humans through chemical synthesis.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is cracking?

The process by which a substance breaks down into smaller molecules under the influence of heat.

Signup and view all the flashcards

What is a fossil fuel?

A fuel formed from the remains of ancient organisms over millions of years.

Signup and view all the flashcards

Study Notes

Exam Review Chapters 1-9 and 11-12

  • True/False statements: Some true. Some false. Statements about pollutants, air quality standards, and fuel sources are included.
  • Check all that apply: Multiple-choice questions. Technological advances that reduce air pollution are examples.
  • Multiple-choice: Questions cover various topics in chemistry. Specific examples of elements, molecules, and mixtures are included.

Additional Topics

  • Simple substances and mixtures: Substances that cannot be broken down and mixtures. Examples of mixtures and non-mixtures.
  • Pure substance vs. mixture: Identification of pure substances versus mixtures.
  • Elements, compounds, and mixtures: Identifying components of simple compounds, mixtures, and elements, and other characteristics.
  • Diatomic molecules: Diagrams depicting diatomic molecules.
  • Atoms and molecules: Diagrams and definitions.
  • Subatomic particles: Protons, electrons, and neutrons.
  • Elements vs compounds: Identifying the difference between them.
  • Atomic structure: Number of protons/neutrons/electrons, characteristics of atomic structure.
  • Atomic/molecular differences: Identifying differences between atomic and molecular structure.
  • Homogeneous vs heterogeneous mixtures: Examples of each type of mixture.
  • States of matter definitions: Definitions of solids, liquids, gases, and plasma.
  • Periodic table: Properties and columns/rows are discussed.
  • Chemical formulas: Using chemical formulas and symbols.
  • Chemical reactions: Balanced chemical equations are included.
  • Greenhouse gases: Properties and characteristics of greenhouse gases are included.
  • Air quality: Specific pollutants and issues related to air quality.
  • Ozone layer: Discussion on the ozone layer, its importance, and how pollutants impact it.
  • Chemical changes vs physical changes: Definitions and identification of each type of change.
  • Types of radiation: Electromagnetic radiation, wavelengths and energy levels.
  • Various compounds: Formulas, structure and properties for various compounds.
  • Identifying elements, compounds and mixtures: Practice questions based on elements, compounds and mixtures.
  • Molecular and structural formulas: Identifying and classifying various types of compounds and molecules by structure.
  • Acids and bases: Properties, classifications, and reactions in chemistry.
  • Types of nomenclature systems for compounds: Practice questions regarding chemical compounds and molecules.
  • Definitions of terms like moles, molecules, reactants, products, etc.: Important terms associated with chemistry.

Important Facts and Figures

  • Most elements in the periodic table are metals.

Studying That Suits You

Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

Quiz Team

Related Documents

Description

Prepare for your chemistry exam with this comprehensive review quiz covering chapters 1-9 and 11-12. This quiz includes true/false statements, multiple-choice questions, and identification tasks related to pollutants, mixtures, and chemical components. Test your knowledge on both basic concepts and specific examples in chemistry.

More Like This

CHM031: Air Pollutants Analysis
17 questions
Air Quality Effects on Health
22 questions
Air Quality and Pollution Overview
48 questions
Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Browser