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What is the primary focus of chemistry?
Which branch of chemistry specifically studies the chemical processes in living organisms?
What type of chemistry focuses on substances that do not contain a carbon-hydrogen bond?
Which branch of chemistry uses concepts from physics to understand chemical reactions?
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Which Filipino chemist is known for researching alternative fuel sources derived from sugarcane and coconut?
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What type of chemistry is involved with identifying and analyzing chemical components of samples?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the branches of chemistry listed?
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What does Environmental Chemistry primarily study?
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Who is known as the 'Father of Filipino Inventors'?
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Which scientist is recognized for contributions in biochemistry and organic chemistry?
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What notable research was conducted by Gen. Florencio A. Medina?
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What significant contribution did Felix Maramba Sr. make?
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Which individual is associated with the study of donor-acceptor bonds in phosphine boranes?
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Who is considered the 'Father of Modern Chemistry'?
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Which scientist is notable for creating a patented process for transparent soaps?
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Which scientist focused on the study of alcohol from tuba of a rice palm?
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What is the primary function of a Bunsen burner in the laboratory?
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Which device would you use to support a crucible that requires direct heating?
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Which of the following statements about an alcohol lamp is true?
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Which tool is specifically designed to hold test tubes?
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What is the purpose of wire gauze in the laboratory?
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What material is an aspirator primarily made from?
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What is the primary material composition of hard glass/Pyrex glass?
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Which type of volumetric glassware is specifically designed to measure a precise volume of liquid?
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Which of the following is true regarding capillary pipettes?
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What is the main function of a burette in a laboratory setting?
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Which statement correctly describes non-volumetric glassware?
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Erlenmeyer flasks are particularly useful when performing which of the following tasks?
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What is marked on a volumetric flask that indicates its function?
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What is the main characteristic of a graduated pipette compared to other volumetric glassware?
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What is the primary use of a watch glass in a laboratory setting?
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Which piece of laboratory equipment is specifically designed for fractional distillation?
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What is the function of a separatory funnel in a laboratory?
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Which laboratory equipment is used primarily to stir solutions?
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Which of the following equipment is best suited for culturing microorganisms?
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What is the main purpose of a medicine dropper?
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What characteristic of a Florence flask makes it useful as a reaction vessel?
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What is an appropriate use for a funnel in laboratory procedures?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Chemistry
- Chemistry studies matter, including its properties, composition, and changes.
Seven Branches of Chemistry
- Analytical Chemistry: Focuses on the identification and analysis of chemical components; includes qualitative and quantitative methods.
- Biochemistry: Examines chemical processes in living organisms.
- Organic Chemistry: Studies carbon-containing compounds, primarily those covalently bonded with hydrogen, like hydrocarbons.
- Inorganic Chemistry: Analyzes substances that lack carbon-hydrogen bonds.
- Physical Chemistry: Combines principles of physics and chemistry to understand mechanisms, reaction rates, and energy transfers in chemical reactions.
- Environmental Chemistry: Investigates chemical reactions in natural settings such as the atmosphere and bodies of water.
- Nuclear Chemistry: Deals with radioactivity and nuclear transformations.
Filipino Chemists and Contributions
- Julian Banzon: Researched alternative fuels from sugarcane and coconut.
- Alfredo Santos: Studied properties of Philippine medicinal plants.
- Jose O. Juliano: Renowned for work in nuclear chemistry and physics.
- William Padolina: Advocated for developments in natural chemistry and biotechnology; received Young Scientist Award in 1982.
- Maria Cristina Padolina: Focused on metal recovery from mine-water.
- Clara Lim-Sylianco: Recognized for contributions in biochemistry and organic chemistry; labeled as a Nationalist Scientist.
- Carlito Barril: Researched toxicology, water quality, and environmental pollution.
- Benjamin Almeda Sr.: Inventor in food processing machines, known as “Father of Filipino Inventors.”
- Amando Kapauan: Studied mercury levels in fish from the Philippines.
- Gen. Florencio A. Medina: “Father of Philippine Atomic Energy,” researched nuclear science.
- Anacleto Del Rosario: Known for producing alcohol from rice palm.
- Pedro Escuro: Isolated nine varieties of “seed board” rice.
- Violet Arida: Developed transparent soaps using indigenous technology.
- Felix Maramba Sr.: Created biogas systems and a coconut oil power generator.
Foreign Chemists and Their Contributions
- Antoine-Laurent Lavoisier: Known as the Father of Modern Chemistry; proposed the Oxygen Theory and Law of Conservation of Mass.
- John Dalton: Developed the atomic theory.
- Hard Glass/Pyrex Glass: A boro-alumino silicate glass resistant to breaking.
Laboratory Glassware
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Volumetric Glassware: Used for precise volume measurement. Categories include TC (to contain) and TD (to deliver).
- Volumetric Flask: Flat-bottom with a long neck for measuring volumes and preparing solutions.
- Capillary Pipette: For precise liquid measurement.
- Burette: Graduated tube for titrations.
- Graduated Pipette: Measures fixed volumes directly.
- Bulb Pipette: For liquid delivery and measuring.
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Non-Volumetric Glassware: Not designed for precise volume measurement; includes:
- Beaker: Mixing and heating liquids in a wide-mouthed cylindrical vessel.
- Erlenmeyer Flask: Cone-shaped glass for holding and mixing chemicals.
- Vials: Small glass containers for storing substances.
- Test Tubes: Used for mixing and simple chemical tests.
- Florence Flask: Reaction vessel with a rounded body and long neck.
- Distilling Flask: Used to separate liquid mixtures by boiling point.
- Watch Glass: Covers beakers for contamination prevention.
- Reagent Bottles: For storing chemical reagents.
- Medicine Dropper: Measures liquids by drops.
- Petri Dish: Cultures microorganisms.
- Separatory Funnel: Separates immiscible liquids.
- Funnel: Aids in pouring liquids into other containers.
- Stirring Rod: Used for stirring solutions.
- Condenser: Cools vapors back to liquid during distillation.
Porcelain Equipment
- Alcohol Lamp: Generates heat using denatured alcohol.
- Bunsen Burner: Provides heat via gas or fuel.
- Tripod: Supports laboratory apparatus.
- Clay Triangle: Supports crucibles needing direct heat.
- Wire Gauze: Protects beakers from direct flame.
- Aspirator: Cleans balance pans and moves liquids into pipettes.
- Test Tube Brush: Cleans narrow laboratory glassware.
- Test Tube Holder: Holds test tubes securely.
Laboratory Safety
- Always prioritize safety procedures when using equipment and handling chemicals.
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