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What are isotopes?
Atoms with the same number of protons but a different number of neutrons.
What is the percent natural abundance of isotopes?
The relative amount of each different isotope in a naturally occurring sample of a given element.
Describe the two different notations used to specify isotopes.
Either in AZX notation or the chemical symbol/name followed by a hyphen and the mass number of the isotope.
What is an ion?
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What is a cation?
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What is an anion?
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What is the periodic law?
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How did the periodic law lead to the periodic table?
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What are the characteristic properties of metals?
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What are the characteristic properties of nonmetals?
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What are the characteristic properties of metalloids?
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What are the characteristic properties of noble gases?
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What are the characteristic properties of alkali metals?
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What are the characteristic properties of alkaline earth metals?
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What are the characteristic properties of halogens?
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How do you predict the charges of ions formed by main-group elements?
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What is atomic mass?
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How is atomic mass calculated?
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What kind of information can be determined from a mass spectrum?
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What is a mole?
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Why is the mass corresponding to a mole of one element different from the mass corresponding to a mole of another element?
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How do the properties of compounds compare to the properties of the elements from which they are composed?
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What is a chemical bond?
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What is the difference between an ionic bond and a covalent bond?
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Explain the different ways to represent compounds.
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Why are there so many ways to represent compounds?
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Study Notes
Isotopes and Natural Abundance
- Isotopes are atoms with the same number of protons but different numbers of neutrons.
- Percent natural abundance refers to the relative amount of each isotope present in a naturally occurring sample of an element.
Notation for Isotopes
- Isotopes can be represented using two notations:
- AZX notation: A denotes mass number, Z denotes atomic number, X is the chemical symbol.
- Chemical symbol followed by a hyphen and the mass number (e.g., Carbon-14).
Ions, Cations, and Anions
- Ions are charged particles, categorized into:
- Cations: positively charged ions (lose electrons).
- Anions: negatively charged ions (gain electrons).
Periodic Law
- Periodic law states that when elements are arranged by increasing atomic number, elements with similar properties appear at regular intervals.
- Elements in the same vertical column of the periodic table exhibit similar chemical behaviors.
Properties of Elements
- Metals: Located on the left and center of the periodic table; good conductors of heat/electricity, malleable, ductile, typically lose electrons.
- Nonmetals: Found on the upper right side; properties vary, generally poor conductors, usually gain electrons.
- Metalloids: Situated along the zigzag line; possess mixed properties, some act as semiconductors.
Group Characteristics
- Noble Gases (8A): Generally unreactive in their natural state.
- Alkali Metals (1A): Reactive metals with a single electron in their outer shell.
- Alkaline Earth Metals (2A): Daily reactive metals with two outer electrons.
- Halogens (7A): Very reactive nonmetals, with seven valence electrons.
Predicting Ion Charges
- Main group metals typically lose electrons to form cations, adopting the electron configuration of the nearest noble gas.
- Main group nonmetals generally gain electrons to form anions, achieving the electron configuration of the next noble gas.
Atomic Mass
- Atomic mass is the average mass of an element’s isotopes, weighted by their natural abundances.
- The average is calculated using the formula: (fraction of isotope n) * (mass of isotope n).
Mass Spectrum
- Mass spectra display peaks on the x-axis indicating the mass of isotopes, while the peak intensity shows the relative abundance of each isotope.
- Generated via mass spectrometry, separating atoms in a sample based on mass.
Mole Concept
- A mole represents a specific amount of material, defined as Avogadro's number (approximately (6.022 \times 10^{23}) particles).
- Represents the number of atoms in 12 grams of pure carbon, facilitating conversions between atoms and moles.
Element Mass Differences
- The mass of a mole of different elements varies due to differing atomic masses; therefore, heavier atoms lead to heavier moles.
Compounds vs. Element Properties
- Compounds often exhibit properties that are vastly different from their constituent elements, as seen in sodium chloride (NaCl), which has distinct properties compared to sodium and chlorine.
Chemical Bonds
- Chemical bonds arise from interactions between charged particles; types include:
- Ionic Bonds: Involve electron transfer between metals and nonmetals.
- Covalent Bonds: Involve sharing electrons between nonmetals.
Representing Compounds
- Compounds can be represented by:
- Chemical formulas: Indicate types and ratios of atoms.
- Molecular models: Provide a visual structure.
- Variations exist based on available information and desired communication detail, including empirical, molecular, and structural representations.
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Test your knowledge on isotopes with this quiz. Explore the definitions, percent natural abundance, and the different notations used to specify isotopes. Perfect for enhancing your understanding of atomic structure.