Chemistry Fundamentals
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Which state of matter is characterized by having a definite volume but not a definite shape?

  • Gas
  • Plasma
  • Solid
  • Liquid (correct)

What distinguishes one element from another?

  • Number of protons (correct)
  • Number of neutrons
  • Atomic mass
  • Number of electrons

Which of the following is the correct definition of 'matter'?

  • Anything that occupies volume.
  • Anything that has mass.
  • Anything that has mass and occupies volume. (correct)
  • Anything that can burn.

What type of chemical bond involves the sharing of electrons between two atoms?

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

In a chemical reaction, what name is given to the substances that are formed as a result of the reaction?

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

What is the SI unit for measuring the amount of a substance?

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

If a solution has a pH of 3, how would it be described?

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

Which factor does not affect the rate of a chemical reaction?

<p>Volume of the container (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What principle states that if a change of condition is applied to a system in equilibrium, the system will shift in a direction that relieves the stress?

<p>Le Chatelier's Principle (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An unknown compound is found to have a molecular formula of $C_6H_{12}O_6$. Further studies reveal it is a sugar, but not glucose. It rotates plane-polarized light differently than glucose. Which of the following best explains this phenomenon?

<p>The compound is likely an isomer of glucose, with the same atoms but a different arrangement. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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What is Chemistry?

The study of matter and its properties, including how matter changes.

What is Matter?

Anything that has mass and takes up space (volume).

What are Protons?

Positively charged particles located in the nucleus of an atom.

What are Electrons?

Negatively charged particles orbiting the nucleus of an atom.

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What are Isotopes?

Atoms of the same element with different numbers of neutrons.

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What are Cations?

Ions with a positive charge, formed by losing electrons.

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What are Anions?

Ions with a negative charge, formed by gaining electrons.

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What is a Compound?

A substance made up of two or more different elements chemically bonded.

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What is the Limiting Reactant?

The reactant that is completely consumed in a reaction and determines the amount of product formed.

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What are Acids?

Substances that donate protons (H+) or accept electrons.

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Test your knowledge of fundamental chemistry concepts with this quiz. Questions cover states of matter, elements, chemical bonds, reactions, pH, reaction rates, equilibrium, and organic compounds.

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