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What does the 'n' represent in the Nernst equation: ε = ε⁰ – (0.0592/n) log Q?

  • The concentration of products
  • The number of moles of reactants
  • The number of electrons transferred in the reaction (correct)
  • The reaction quotient
  • Which of the following methods is NOT typically used to prevent corrosion?

  • Applying paint or coatings to the metal
  • Using an oxidizing agent, like nitric acid, for passivation
  • Applying a reducing agent (correct)
  • Using a sacrificial anode for cathodic protection
  • A lead storage battery, commonly used in automobiles, is composed of six cells. If each cell produces 2V, what is the total voltage of the battery?

  • 6V
  • 1.3V
  • 12V (correct)
  • 1.5V
  • What is the primary purpose of applying a sacrificial anode in cathodic protection?

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    In the context of electrolysis, if a current of 2 amps flows for 300 seconds, how much charge is transferred?

    <p>600 Coulombs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which equation is used to calculate the standard cell potential given the standard reduction potentials of the cathode and anode?

    <p>ε⁰ = ε° (cathode) – ε° (anode) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the provided information, what property are metals known for?

    <p>Excellent electrical and thermal conductivity (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are the Gibbs free energy change, the number of moles of electrons transferred, and the standard cell potential related?

    <p>ΔG = -nFε⁰ (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of electrical energy in an electrolytic cell?

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    Which material is characterized by high brittleness, high heat resistance, and low electrical conductivity?

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    In a redox reaction, if a species loses electrons, it is said to be:

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    Using the cell notation: Ag | Ag+ || Cu2+ | Cu, which electrode is the anode?

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    What type of intermolecular force is primarily responsible for the attraction between a sodium ion and the partially negative oxygen atom of a water molecule?

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    What condition is indicated if the standard cell potential (ε⁰) of an electrochemical reaction is negative?

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    Which of the following best describes the bonding and properties of a covalent solid?

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    How many atoms are contained within one unit cell of a body-centered cubic (BCC) crystal lattice?

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    For the reaction: $2Fe^{3+}(aq) + 2I^-(aq) \rightarrow 2Fe^{2+}(aq) + I_2(s)$, which of the following statements are correct?

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    How is the change in Gibbs Free Energy (ΔG) related to the standard cell potential (ε⁰) at non-standard conditions?

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    In a face-centered cubic (FCC) crystal structure, the relationship between the edge length 'a' of the unit cell and the radius 'r' of an atom is expressed as:

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    Which of the following describes the primary force holding together a molecular solid such as ice?

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    In a balanced redox reaction, what is the key factor that ensures that the amount of electrons transferred is equal between half-reactions?

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    What does the mnemonic 'OIL RIG' represent in the context of redox reactions?

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    What is the mass of atoms in the unit cell, using the formula: $m = \frac{\text{Number of atoms per unit cell} \times \text{Molar Mass}}{N_A}$, if a simple cubic has one atom per cell and the Molar Mass of the atom is 50g/mol?

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    Which of the following is NOT a typical characteristic of a material at the nanoscale?

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    What is the primary effect of soil pollution on fertility?

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    Which method involves using plants to clean contaminated soil?

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    What sources contribute to heavy metal pollution in water bodies?

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    What term describes the process that can lead to excessive nutrient accumulation in water bodies?

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    Which of the following is a strategy used to memorize key environmental science terms?

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    What is a characteristic of thermoplastics?

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    Which type of semiconductor doping introduces extra holes into the material?

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    What is a major effect of ozone depletion on the environment?

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    What property describes a material's ability to return to its original shape after deformation?

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    Which two pollutants are commonly represented in the mnemonic for water pollutants?

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    In energy band theory, what describes a semiconductor's conductivity?

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    What does the lever rule determine in a binary mixture?

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    What occurs at the triple point of a substance?

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    What is described by Bragg's Law?

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    What is the defining characteristic of thermosets?

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    What is the primary focus of ergonomic hazards?

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    Which of the following is NOT a component of Safety Data Sheets (SDS)?

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    What type of hazards do flammable, explosive, or reactive chemicals represent?

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    Which control method is considered the most effective in the hierarchy of hazard controls?

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    Which of the following best describes a biological hazard?

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    What is one of the main purposes of the 'Composition' section in a Safety Data Sheet?

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    A hazardous substance that poses a potential health risk due to its corrosive nature is classified as a ___ hazard.

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    Which of the following hazards relates to the stress experienced by employees?

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    Flashcards

    Electrochemistry

    A branch of chemistry focusing on the interconversion of electrical energy and chemical energy through redox reactions. It deals with processes where electrons are transferred, transforming chemical energy into electricity or using electricity to drive reactions.

    Redox Reactions

    Chemical reactions involving the transfer of electrons between species.

    Oxidation

    The loss of electrons by a species, resulting in an increase in its oxidation state.

    Reduction

    The gain of electrons by a species, resulting in a decrease in its oxidation state.

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    Voltaic (Galvanic) Cells

    Electrochemical cells that convert chemical energy into electrical energy through spontaneous redox reactions.

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    Electrolytic Cells

    Electrochemical cells that use electrical energy to drive non-spontaneous redox reactions.

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    Standard Cell Potential (Ɛ⁰)

    A standard measure of the potential difference (voltage) between the two half-cells of an electrochemical cell under standard conditions.

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    Cell Notation

    A way to represent the components of an electrochemical cell, using vertical lines to separate phases and double vertical lines to represent the salt bridge or porous membrane.

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    Polymers

    Materials made of long chains of molecules, exhibiting varied properties. Commonly found as plastics and rubber.

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    Composites

    Materials where two or more substances are combined to create improved properties. Think of fiberglass.

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    Nanomaterials

    Materials with a structure in the range of 1-100 nanometers, exhibiting enhanced characteristics like strength, conductivity, or reactivity.

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    Ion-Dipole Interaction

    Attraction between a charged ion and a polar molecule due to their opposite charges.

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    Dipole-Dipole Forces

    Attraction between molecules with permanent dipoles, arising from their uneven charge distribution.

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    Hydrogen Bonding

    Strong dipole-dipole interaction involving hydrogen bonded to oxygen, nitrogen, or fluorine, leading to strong attraction.

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    London Dispersion Forces

    Weak forces arising from temporary dipoles induced in molecules due to electron movement.

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    Ionic Forces

    Strong electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions arranged in a lattice structure.

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    Cell Potential (ε)

    The difference in electrical potential between the cathode and anode of an electrochemical cell.

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    Gibbs Free Energy (ΔG)

    The amount of energy released or absorbed in a chemical reaction under standard conditions.

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    Equilibrium Constant (K)

    A measure of the relative amounts of reactants and products at equilibrium in a reversible reaction.

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    Nernst Equation

    A mathematical equation that relates the cell potential (ε) of an electrochemical cell to its standard cell potential (ε⁰), temperature, and the reaction quotient (Q).

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    Reaction Quotient (Q)

    The ratio of products to reactants at a specific point in time, not necessarily at equilibrium.

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    Corrosion

    The process by which metals deteriorate due to electrochemical reactions, often involving the formation of oxides.

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    Electrolysis

    An electrochemical process where electrical energy is used to drive a nonspontaneous chemical reaction.

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    Thermoplastics

    Materials that can be repeatedly softened by heating and hardened by cooling, allowing them to be reshaped multiple times.

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    Thermosets

    Materials that undergo a permanent chemical change upon heating, becoming hard and rigid. They cannot be re-melted and reshaped.

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    Elastomers

    Materials that can be stretched to a significant extent and return to their original shape after the stretching force is removed.

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    Valence Band

    The outermost energy levels of atoms in a material where electrons are normally located.

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    Conduction Band

    Higher energy levels in a material where electrons can move freely, allowing for electrical conduction.

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    Band Gap

    The energy gap between the valence and conduction bands, determining a material's conductivity. A smaller gap means more electrons can jump to the conduction band, leading to higher conductivity.

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    Doping

    Adding impurities to a semiconductor to alter its conductivity. N-type doping increases electron concentration, while P-type doping creates electron 'holes' for conduction.

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    Tensile Strength

    The ability of a material to resist forces that try to stretch or elongate it.

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    Chemical hazard

    Any substance that can cause harm upon exposure, including gases, fumes, liquids, and other forms.

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    Ergonomic hazard

    Poor workstation design, repetitive movements, or awkward postures that can lead to musculoskeletal problems.

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    Radiation hazard

    Exposure to electromagnetic waves, like X-rays or UV rays, that can damage cells or cause health issues.

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    Psychological hazard

    Factors that affect mental health, including stress, workload, or discrimination.

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    Biological hazard

    Exposure to viruses, bacteria, or other biological agents that can cause infections or diseases.

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    Hazardous substance

    Chemicals that pose physical or health risks. They can be flammable, explosive, corrosive, toxic, or carcinogenic.

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    Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

    A document that provides detailed information about a chemical substance, including its properties, hazards, and safety precautions.

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    Hierarchy of hazard controls

    A prioritized approach for controlling hazards, ranging from complete elimination to the use of personal protective equipment.

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    Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD)

    The amount of dissolved oxygen needed by microorganisms to break down organic matter in a water sample. A higher BOD indicates more pollution.

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    Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD)

    The amount of oxygen needed to chemically oxidize all organic matter in a water sample. COD measures both biodegradable and non-biodegradable substances.

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    Eutrophication

    The process where excessive nutrients (like nitrogen and phosphorus) enter a water body, leading to algal blooms. These blooms can deplete oxygen levels, causing fish kills and other environmental problems.

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    Photochemical Smog

    A form of air pollution that occurs when nitrogen oxides (NOx) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) react in the presence of sunlight. It produces ground-level ozone, which can damage respiratory systems and plants.

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    Bioremediation

    The use of living organisms (like bacteria or plants) to clean up contaminated soil or water. It's a natural and environmentally friendly approach.

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    Soil Remediation

    The process of removing pollutants from soil using physical, chemical, or biological methods. Examples include soil washing, aeration, and composting.

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    Heavy Metals Contamination

    Heavy metals like lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and cadmium (Cd) can accumulate in the environment and cause various health problems. These metals can enter the environment through industrial waste, mining activities, and vehicle exhaust.

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    Soil Pollution Sources

    Industrial waste, pesticides, and fertilizers are common sources of soil pollution. These contaminants can degrade soil quality, reduce fertility, and pose health risks to both humans and wildlife.

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    Study Notes

    Electrochemistry Reviewer

    • Electrochemistry: The branch of chemistry dealing with the interconversion of electrical energy and chemical energy. It involves redox reactions.
    • Redox Reactions: Involve the transfer of electrons between species. Spontaneous reactions can be converted into electrical energy, and vice versa.
    • Oxidation: Loss of electrons, resulting in an increase in oxidation state.
    • Reduction: Gain of electrons, resulting in a decrease in oxidation state.
    • OIL RIG: Oxidation Is Losing, Reduction Is Gaining.
    • LEORA GEROA: Losing Electron, Oxidation, Reducing Agent. Gaining Electron, Reduction, Oxidizing Agent.

    Balancing Redox Reactions

    • Acidic Medium:
      • Separate into half-reactions.
      • Balance all atoms except hydrogen and oxygen.
      • Balance oxygen with H₂O, hydrogen with H⁺ and charges with electrons (e⁻).
      • Combine half-reactions and ensure electron balance.
    • Basic Medium:
      • Follow the same process as acidic medium, but add OH⁻ to neutralize H⁺ and form H₂O.

    Electrochemical Cells

    • Voltaic/Galvanic Cells: Spontaneous reactions produce electrical energy. Examples include batteries.
    • Electrolytic Cells: Electrical energy drives non-spontaneous reactions. Example: Electroplating.

    Standard Cell Potential (ε°)

    • Formula: ε° = εº(cathode) – εº(anode)
    • Positive ε°: Indicates a spontaneous reaction (galvanic cell).
    • Negative ε°: Indicates a non-spontaneous reaction (electrolytic cell).

    Gibbs Free Energy and Equilibrium Constant

    • Relationship: ΔG = -nFε°
      • n: Number of moles of electrons transferred.
      • F: Faraday's constant (96485 C/mol).

    Nernst Equation

    • Formula: ε = εº – (0.0592/n) log Q
      • Q: Reaction quotient (ratio of product and reactant concentrations).

    Corrosion

    • Electrochemical process where metals deteriorate.
    • Prevention Methods: Paint/coatings, passivation, cathodic protection.

    Batteries

    • Types: Dry cell, mercury, lead storage, lithium-ion, fuel cells.

    Electrolysis

    • Definition: Electrical energy drives nonspontaneous chemical reactions.
    • Examples: Electrolysis of NaCl (produces sodium and chlorine gas), electrolysis of water (produces hydrogen and oxygen gas).
    • Charge Formula: Q = I × t
      • Q: Charge
      • I: Current
      • t: Time
    • Faraday's Laws: One mole of electrons carries 96485 C (Faraday constant).

    Materials Chemistry

    • Key Concepts: Metals (electrical/thermal conductivity, malleability, ductility), Ceramics (brittle, heat-resistant, low electrical conductivity), Polymers (long-chain molecules with varied properties), Composites (combination of two or more materials to enhance properties), Nanomaterials (materials at the nanoscale with enhanced properties).

    • Intermolecular Forces: Ion-dipole, dipole-dipole, hydrogen bonding, London dispersion forces.

    • Crystalline Solids: Ionic (strong electrostatic forces), Covalent (strong covalent bonds), Metallic (sea of electrons), Molecular (intermolecular forces).

    • Crystal Structures (Unit Cells): Simple Cubic (SC), Body-Centered Cubic (BCC), Face-Centered Cubic (FCC).

    • Density: Density = Mass of atoms in unit cell / Volume of unit cell.

    • Polymers: Types, Thermoplastics, Thermosets, Elastomers, Applications.

    • Semiconductors: Energy band theory (valence band, conduction band, band gap), doping (N-type, P-type), applications, conductivity.

    Phase Diagrams and Lever Rule

    • Show states of a substance at various temperature and pressures.
    • Triple point: Conditions where all three phases coexist.
    • Supercritical fluid: Above critical temperature and pressure, substance becomes indistinguishable between liquid and gas phase.
    • Lever Rule: Determine composition of phases in a binary mixture

    Bragg's Law

    • Diffraction: Bending of waves as they encounter an obstacle.
    • Relation between X-ray wavelength, diffraction angle, and interplanar spacing of a crystal.

    Composite Materials and Nanomaterials

    • Combining properties of two materials for improved performance.
    • Nanomaterials: High surface area-to-volume ratio, enhanced properties.

    Environmental Chemistry

    • Terminologies: Atmosphere, hydrosphere, lithosphere, biosphere, pollution.
    • Effects of Pollution: Health impacts, environmental impacts, control measures.
    • Types of Pollution: Air, Water, Soil (Sources, Effects, and Control Measures).
    • Pollution Types: Oxygen-demanding materials, nutrients (N, P), pathogens, heavy metals.

    Safety and Hazard Identification

    • NFPA Hazard Identification System: Color-coded diamond to communicate hazards (health, flammability, reactivity, special hazards).
    • GHS Hazard Identification System: Standardizes chemical hazard communication globally, using pictograms, signal words, hazard statements, and precautionary statements.
    • Hazard Classifications: Physical hazards, chemical hazards, ergonomic hazards, radiation hazards, biological hazards.
    • SDS: Safety Data Sheets, provide detailed information on specific chemical substances.
    • Hierarchy of Hazard Controls: Elimination, Substitution, Engineering Controls, Administrative Controls, PPE.
    • Key Definitions: Hazard, Risk

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    Test your knowledge on important concepts in electrochemistry, including the Nernst equation, corrosion prevention methods, and the principles of electrolysis. This quiz covers fundamental questions about batteries, redox reactions, and the relationship between Gibbs free energy and cell potential.

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