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What is the study of carbon-containing compounds called?
What is the study of carbon-containing compounds called?
Which state of matter has a fixed shape and volume?
Which state of matter has a fixed shape and volume?
What type of bond involves the transfer of electrons?
What type of bond involves the transfer of electrons?
In the periodic table, elements are arranged by increasing:
In the periodic table, elements are arranged by increasing:
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Which type of chemical reaction involves the breakdown of a compound into simpler substances?
Which type of chemical reaction involves the breakdown of a compound into simpler substances?
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What is the correct term for a positively charged particle found in an atom's nucleus?
What is the correct term for a positively charged particle found in an atom's nucleus?
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What concept involves the calculation of reactants and products in chemical reactions?
What concept involves the calculation of reactants and products in chemical reactions?
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Which of the following describes the physical properties and behavior of chemicals?
Which of the following describes the physical properties and behavior of chemicals?
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What is the definition of a mole in chemistry?
What is the definition of a mole in chemistry?
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How does Le Chatelier’s Principle describe the behavior of a system at equilibrium when disturbed?
How does Le Chatelier’s Principle describe the behavior of a system at equilibrium when disturbed?
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What characterizes a base on the pH scale?
What characterizes a base on the pH scale?
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Which of the following is true about exothermic reactions?
Which of the following is true about exothermic reactions?
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What do alkenes have that distinguishes them from alkanes?
What do alkenes have that distinguishes them from alkanes?
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What does molarity (M) measure in a solution?
What does molarity (M) measure in a solution?
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What does the term dynamic equilibrium refer to in chemistry?
What does the term dynamic equilibrium refer to in chemistry?
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Which law states that the volume of a gas is inversely proportional to its pressure?
Which law states that the volume of a gas is inversely proportional to its pressure?
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Study Notes
Fundamentals of Chemistry
- Definition: The science of matter, its properties, interactions, and transformations.
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Branches:
- Organic Chemistry: Study of carbon-containing compounds.
- Inorganic Chemistry: Study of inorganic compounds, including metals and minerals.
- Physical Chemistry: Examines the physical properties and behavior of chemicals.
- Analytical Chemistry: Focus on the composition of substances and qualitative/quantitative analysis.
- Biochemistry: Study of chemical processes within living organisms.
States of Matter
- Solid: Fixed shape and volume; particles closely packed.
- Liquid: Fixed volume but takes the shape of the container; particles less tightly packed than solids.
- Gas: No fixed shape or volume; particles far apart and move freely.
- Plasma: Ionized gas with free electrons; found in stars and fluorescent lights.
Atomic Structure
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Atoms: Basic units of matter composed of:
- Protons: Positively charged, found in the nucleus.
- Neutrons: Neutral charge, also in the nucleus.
- Electrons: Negatively charged, orbit the nucleus.
- Elements: Pure substances consisting of only one type of atom.
- Isotopes: Atoms of the same element with varying numbers of neutrons.
Periodic Table
- Organization: Arranged by increasing atomic number; grouped by similar properties.
- Groups: Vertical columns (1-18) indicating elements with similar valence electron configurations.
- Periods: Horizontal rows indicating increasing energy levels.
Chemical Bonds
- Ionic Bonds: Formed through the transfer of electrons from one atom to another, resulting in charged ions.
- Covalent Bonds: Formed when two atoms share electrons.
- Metallic Bonds: Found in metals where electrons are shared in a 'sea' allowing for conductivity.
Chemical Reactions
- Reactants: Substances that undergo a change during a chemical reaction.
- Products: Substances formed as a result of a chemical reaction.
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Types of Reactions:
- Synthesis: Combining elements to form compounds.
- Decomposition: Breaking down compounds into simpler substances.
- Single Replacement: One element replaces another in a compound.
- Double Replacement: Exchange of ions between two compounds.
- Combustion: A substance reacts with oxygen, releasing energy.
Stoichiometry
- Concept: The calculation of reactants and products in chemical reactions.
- Mole Concept: A mole represents Avogadro's number (6.022 x 10^23) of particles.
- Balancing equations: Ensures that the number of atoms for each element is conserved during the reaction.
Acids and Bases
- Acids: Substances that donate protons (H+) and have a pH less than 7.
- Bases: Substances that accept protons and have a pH greater than 7.
- pH Scale: Ranges from 0 (strong acid) to 14 (strong base), with 7 being neutral.
Thermochemistry
- Enthalpy (H): Measure of total energy of a thermodynamic system.
- Exothermic Reaction: Releases heat; H decreases.
- Endothermic Reaction: Absorbs heat; H increases.
Kinetics and Dynamics
- Reaction Rate: Speed at which reactants are converted to products.
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Factors Affecting Rate:
- Concentration
- Temperature
- Surface area
- Catalysts (lower activation energy)
Equilibrium
- Dynamic Equilibrium: State where the rate of the forward reaction equals the rate of the reverse reaction.
- Le Chatelier’s Principle: If a system at equilibrium is disturbed, it will shift to counteract the disturbance.
Organic Compounds
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Hydrocarbons: Compounds made solely of carbon and hydrogen.
- Alkanes: Saturated hydrocarbons (single bonds).
- Alkenes: Unsaturated hydrocarbons (at least one double bond).
- Alkynes: Unsaturated hydrocarbons (at least one triple bond).
- Functional Groups: Specific groups of atoms that confer distinct properties (e.g., alcohols, carboxylic acids).
Important Definitions
- Molarity (M): Concentration measured as moles of solute per liter of solution.
- Avogadro's Law: Equal volumes of gases at the same temperature and pressure contain equal numbers of molecules.
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Gas Laws: Describes the behavior of gases:
- Boyle's Law: Volume inversely proportional to pressure.
- Charles's Law: Volume directly proportional to temperature.
These notes cover fundamental concepts in chemistry, focusing on terminology, classifications, and key principles.
Fundamentals of Chemistry
- Chemistry is the study of matter - its properties, interactions, and transformations.
- Organic Chemistry is the study of carbon-containing compounds.
- **Inorganic Chemistry **is the study of inorganic compounds, including metals and minerals.
- Physical Chemistry examines the physical properties and behavior of chemicals.
- Analytical Chemistry focuses on the composition of substances and qualitative/quantitative analysis.
- Biochemistry studies chemical processes within living organisms.
States of Matter
- Solids have a fixed shape and volume, with tightly packed particles.
- Liquids have a fixed volume but take the shape of their container with particles less tightly packed than solids.
- Gases have no fixed shape or volume, with particles far apart and moving freely.
- Plasma is an ionized gas with free electrons, found in stars and fluorescent lights.
Atomic Structure
- Atoms are the basic units of matter, composed of protons, neutrons, and electrons.
- Protons are positively charged and reside in the nucleus.
- Neutrons have no charge and also reside in the nucleus.
- Electrons are negatively charged and orbit the nucleus.
- Elements are pure substances consisting of only one type of atom.
- Isotopes are atoms of the same element with varying numbers of neutrons.
Periodic Table
- The periodic table is organized by increasing atomic number, grouping elements with similar properties.
- Groups are vertical columns (1-18), indicating elements with similar valence electron configurations.
- Periods are horizontal rows indicating increasing energy levels.
Chemical Bonds
- Ionic bonds are formed through the transfer of electrons from one atom to another, resulting in charged ions.
- Covalent bonds are formed when two atoms share electrons.
- Metallic bonds are found in metals, where electrons are shared in a 'sea' allowing for conductivity.
Chemical Reactions
- Reactants are substances that undergo a change during a chemical reaction.
- Products are substances formed as a result of a chemical reaction.
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Types of Chemical Reactions:
- Synthesis: Combining elements to form compounds.
- Decomposition: Breaking down compounds into simpler substances.
- Single Replacement: One element replaces another in a compound.
- Double Replacement: Exchange of ions between two compounds.
- Combustion: A substance reacts with oxygen, releasing energy.
Stoichiometry
- Stoichiometry is the calculation of reactants and products in chemical reactions.
- The mole concept represents Avogadro's number (6.022 x 10^23) of particles.
- Balancing equations ensures that the number of atoms for each element is conserved during the reaction.
Acids and Bases
- Acids are substances that donate protons (H+) and have a pH less than 7.
- Bases are substances that accept protons and have a pH greater than 7.
- The pH scale ranges from 0 (strong acid) to 14 (strong base), with 7 being neutral.
Thermochemistry
- Enthalpy (H) measures the total energy of a thermodynamic system.
- Exothermic reactions release heat, decreasing H.
- Endothermic reactions absorb heat, increasing H.
Kinetics and Dynamics
- Reaction Rate refers to the speed at which reactants are converted to products.
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Factors Affecting Rate:
- Concentration
- Temperature
- Surface area
- Catalysts (lower activation energy)
Equilibrium
- Dynamic equilibrium occurs when the rate of the forward reaction equals the rate of the reverse reaction.
- Le Chatelier's Principle states that if a system at equilibrium is disturbed, it will shift to counteract the disturbance.
Organic Compounds
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Hydrocarbons are compounds made solely of carbon and hydrogen.
- Alkanes are saturated hydrocarbons (single bonds).
- Alkenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons (at least one double bond).
- Alkynes are unsaturated hydrocarbons (at least one triple bond).
- Functional groups are specific groups of atoms that confer distinct properties (e.g., alcohols, carboxylic acids).
Important Definitions
- Molarity (M) is a concentration measurement expressed as moles of solute per liter of solution.
- Avogadro's law states that equal volumes of gases at the same temperature and pressure contain equal numbers of molecules.
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Gas Laws:
- Boyle's Law: Volume is inversely proportional to pressure (constant temperature).
- Charles's Law: Volume is directly proportional to temperature (constant pressure).
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