Chemistry Writing Formulas and Equations

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What is the role of a reactant in a chemical reaction?

It remains unchanged throughout the reaction.

It is always a gas.

It is consumed during the reaction. (correct)

It is formed after the reaction.

How are diatomic molecules represented in their chemical equations?

By their elemental name.

By their chemical formula with a subscript of 2. (correct)

By combining their atomic numbers.

By single letters.

In the equation 2H2 + O2 → 2H2O, what is the product of the reaction?

H2 and O2

H2O (correct)

Which symbol is typically used to separate reactants and products in a chemical equation?

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What forms when hydrogen gas combusts in the presence of oxygen?

Water Signup and view all the answers

When writing a chemical equation, where are the reactants located?

On the left side of the equation. Signup and view all the answers

What is represented by the number in front of a chemical formula in a balanced equation?

The number of molecules involved. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a diatomic molecule?

Hydrogen Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using the stock system when naming transition metals?

To specify the oxidation number of the metal Signup and view all the answers

In the stock system, how is the oxidation number of a metal indicated?

Using Roman numerals in parentheses Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following names is correctly associated with its formula using the Latin naming system?

Cu^+1^ → Cuprous Oxide Signup and view all the answers

What prefix is used to denote the presence of three atoms of a nonmetal in a covalent compound?

tri- Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly describes the naming convention for binary covalent compounds?

Greek prefixes are used for both elements Signup and view all the answers

If a nonmetal combines with a nonmetal, what type of bond is generally formed?

Covalent bond Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct name for Cu^+2^ O^-2^ in both naming systems?

Cupric Oxide and Copper (II) Oxide Signup and view all the answers

When determining the formula for covalent compounds, which element is named first?

The less electronegative element Signup and view all the answers

In a single-displacement reaction, what determines which element will be displaced?

The position in the electromotive or activity series Signup and view all the answers

What is the general form of a double-displacement reaction?

AB + CD → AD + CB Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following reactions is an example of a single-displacement reaction?

Zn + NiSO4 → ZnSO4 + Ni Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the activity series is incorrect?

All metals can displace any non-metal. Signup and view all the answers

What occurs during a neutralization reaction?

An acid reacts with a base. Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario would a double-displacement reaction take place?

Two aqueous solutions producing a solid. Signup and view all the answers

Which reaction best represents a nonmetal displacing another nonmetal in a double-displacement scenario?

F2 + 2 NaCl → 2 NaF + Cl2 Signup and view all the answers

What role does zinc play in the reaction Zn + NiSO4 → ZnSO4 + Ni?

It is the element that displaces another element. Signup and view all the answers

What observation indicates the production of mercury while heating mercury(II) oxide?

Grayish substance left in the test tube Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in balancing a chemical equation?

Determining the identity of reactants and products Signup and view all the answers

In the unbalanced equation H2(g) + O2(g) → H2O(l), how many oxygen atoms are on the reactant side?

2 Signup and view all the answers

What adjustment is needed to balance the equation H2(g) + O2(g) → H2O(l)?

Place a coefficient of 2 before H<del>2</del>O Signup and view all the answers

After placing a '2' in front of H2O, what is the total number of hydrogen atoms on the product side?

4 Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to use the smallest whole number coefficients when balancing equations?

To ensure coefficients are ratios of the elements Signup and view all the answers

What should be placed before H2 in the equation H2(g) + O2(g) → 2 H2~O(l) to achieve balance?

2 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about balancing chemical equations is true?

Only the coefficients can be adjusted to balance an equation Signup and view all the answers

What is the balanced equation for the reaction involving sodium and sulfur?

2 Na + S → Na2S Signup and view all the answers

How can you ensure accurate balancing of a chemical equation?

By starting with the most complex molecule Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the Law of Conservation of Matter?

The total mass of matter remains constant; it cannot be created or destroyed. Signup and view all the answers

In chemical formulas, how should the overall charge be balanced?

Total positive charges must equal total negative charges. Signup and view all the answers

What type of chemical reaction occurs when one compound breaks down into two or more simpler products?

Decomposition reaction Signup and view all the answers

Which prefix is used to indicate three atoms of an element in a covalent compound?

Tri- Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a double-displacement reaction?

AlCl3 + LiH → AlH3 + LiCl Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly represents how to balance the equation NaHCO3 + H2SO4 → Na2SO4 + CO2 + H2O?

2 NaHCO3 + 1 H2SO4 → 1 Na2SO4 + 1 CO2 + 1 H2O Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Writing Chemical Formulas

Transition metals can have variable oxidation numbers, meaning they can form compounds with different charges.
The stock system uses Roman numerals in parentheses to indicate the oxidation number of the metal.
The Latin naming system uses suffixes -ous and -ic to denote the lower and higher oxidation states, respectively.
Compounds formed from two nonmetals use prefixes to indicate the number of atoms of each element.
Greek prefixes are used to name covalent compounds:
- mono- 1
- di- 2
- tri- 3
- tetra- 4
- penta- 5
- hexa- 6
- hepta- 7
- octa- 8
- nona - 9
- deca - 10

Chemical Equations

A chemical equation is a shorthand representation of a chemical reaction.
It shows the reactants on the left side and products on the right side, separated by an arrow.
Symbols used in chemical equations:
- → indicates the reaction proceeds in one direction
- ⇌ indicates the reaction is reversible
- (g) gas
- (l) liquid
- (s) solid
- (aq) aqueous solution
Diatomic molecules are made up of two atoms of the same element.
Diatomic molecules include:
- hydrogen (H2)
- nitrogen(N2)
- oxygen(O2)
- fluorine (F2)
- chlorine(Cl2)
- bromine(Br2)
- iodine (I2)

Balancing Chemical Equations

Balancing chemical equations ensures that the number of atoms of each element is the same on both sides of the equation, adhering to the Law of Conservation of Mass.
The coefficients in front of each chemical formula are adjusted to achieve balance.
Steps for balancing chemical equations:
1. Identify reactants and products with their correct formulas.
2. Write the unbalanced equation.
3. Balance the equation by adjusting coefficients in front of each formula.
4. Ensure the smallest whole number coefficients are used.

Types of Chemical Reactions

Combination Reaction: Two or more reactants combine to form a single product.
Decomposition Reaction: A single reactant breaks down into two or more products.
Single-Displacement Reaction: An element replaces another element in a compound.
- The electromotive or activity series is a list that shows the order of reactivity of metals and nonmetals.
- Metals higher in the list can displace metals lower in the list.
Double-Displacement Reaction: Two compounds exchange ions, forming two new compounds.
- Also called metathesis or double replacement.

Naming Compounds

Binary Ionic Compounds:
- The more positive (metallic) element is named first.
- The more negative (nonmetallic) element is named second with the suffix -ide.
Polyatomic Ionic Compounds:
- The name of the cation is followed by the name of the anion.
- Polyatomic ions often end in -ate or -ite, with -ite indicating a lower oxygen content.
Covalent Compounds:
- Use prefixes (mono, di, tri, etc.) to indicate the number of atoms of each element in their respective formulas.
- The prefix mono- is only used for the second element if only one atom is present.

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This quiz covers the essential concepts of writing chemical formulas and equations. It includes topics like oxidation numbers, naming conventions for compounds, and the structure of chemical equations. Test your understanding of these fundamental principles in chemistry!