Physical Science - Light Elements and Isotopes
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Which of the following statements accurately describes nonpolar molecules?

  • They have the same electronegativity values and electrons are equally shared. (correct)
  • Electrons are attracted more to one end of the molecule.
  • They have a slightly positive and a slightly negative end.
  • They are always composed of only one type of atom.
  • What is the primary factor that determines the strength of intermolecular forces?

  • The electronegativity difference between the atoms in the molecule. (correct)
  • The number of atoms in the molecule.
  • The size of the molecule.
  • The type of chemical bonds within the molecule.
  • Which type of intermolecular force is considered the weakest?

  • Ion-dipole forces
  • Dispersion forces (correct)
  • Hydrogen bonding
  • Dipole-dipole forces
  • Which of the following would exhibit the strongest intermolecular forces?

    <p>Water (H2O) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does water have a high surface tension?

    <p>Water molecules form strong hydrogen bonds with each other. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the boiling point of a substance and the strength of its intermolecular forces?

    <p>Boiling point is directly proportional to intermolecular forces. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor that determines the ability of a liquid to rise in a narrow tube (capillarity)?

    <p>The relative strength of adhesive forces compared to cohesive forces. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences the strength of dispersion forces?

    <p>The electronegativity difference between the atoms in the molecule. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between a Formula Mass and a Molecular Mass?

    <p>Formula Mass is used for compounds with ionic bonds, while Molecular Mass is used for compounds with covalent bonds. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Biogas?

    <p>It produces twice as much energy per volume as natural gas. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using Avogadro's number in chemistry?

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    What is the primary source of Landfill gas?

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    Increasing the concentration of reactants in a chemical reaction typically leads to:

    <p>An increase in the rate of reaction. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors directly affects the rate of a chemical reaction by increasing the frequency of collisions between reactant molecules?

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    Which type of battery is used in most laptop computers and cell phones?

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    What are the key components needed to determine the empirical formula of a compound?

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    What is the primary role of a catalyst in a chemical reaction?

    <p>To provide an alternate reaction pathway with a lower activation energy. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the electrolyte in a Zinc-carbon battery?

    <p>To facilitate the chemical reaction that releases energy. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a renewable energy source?

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    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a Nickel-cadmium battery?

    <p>It has a very high energy density. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term 'fossil fuels' refers to:

    <p>Non-renewable energy sources formed from decayed organic matter over millions of years. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of battery is commonly found in automobiles?

    <p>Lead-acid battery (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the electrolyte in a battery?

    <p>To provide a pathway for electron flow. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements accurately describes a homogeneous catalyst?

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    What is the first step in a mass-to-mass conversion problem?

    <p>Change the mass in grams of the given substance to moles using its molar mass. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes the reactant that is completely consumed during a chemical reaction?

    <p>Limiting Reactant (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is percent yield calculated?

    <p>By dividing the actual yield by the theoretical yield and multiplying by 100% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for mole-to-mole conversion calculations?

    <p>The coefficients from the balanced equation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'actual yield' refer to in a chemical reaction?

    <p>The amount of product that is produced as a result of the reaction. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following elements are produced by the process of Stellar Nucleosynthesis?

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

    What is the primary characteristic that differentiates isotopes of the same element?

    <p>Number of Neutrons (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following processes leads to the formation of elements heavier than Iron?

    <p>Supernova Nucleosynthesis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the defining attribute of an unstable isotope?

    <p>Undergoes radioactive decay (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following scientists proposed that atoms are the indivisible building blocks of matter?

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    What is the key difference between Empedocles' theory and Democritus' theory regarding matter?

    <p>Empedocles believed in four fundamental substances, while Democritus proposed the existence of indivisible atoms. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following descriptions accurately portrays the relationship between Aristotle's theory and Alchemy's theory of matter?

    <p>Alchemy incorporated Aristotle's four elements into its system of transforming matter. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of John Dalton's atomic theory?

    <p>Atoms can be broken down into smaller subatomic particles. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which law states that if two elements can combine to form multiple compounds, the ratios of the masses of the second element combining with a fixed mass of the first element will be simple whole number ratios?

    <p>Law of Multiple Proportions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the model that proposes electrons occupying specific energy levels around the nucleus of an atom?

    <p>Bohr Model (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scientist is credited with discovering the neutron?

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    What is the primary characteristic that defines a synthetic element?

    <p>It is produced artificially. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor that determines the type of radioactive decay an atom undergoes?

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    What distinguishes Alpha Decay from Beta Decay in terms of emitted particles?

    <p>Alpha Decay emits helium nuclei, Beta Decay emits electrons. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Quantum Mechanical Model of the atom?

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    Which scientist is credited with the discovery of the electron?

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    Flashcards

    Mole-to-Mole Conversion

    A method to find moles of substances in a reaction using balanced equation coefficients.

    Moles-to-Grams Conversion

    Converting moles to grams or vice versa using the molar mass of a compound.

    Limiting Reactant

    The reactant that limits the amount of product formed as it gets fully consumed.

    Theoretical Yield

    The expected amount of product formed from a reaction based on calculations.

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    Percent Yield

    The ratio of actual yield to theoretical yield expressed as a percentage.

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    Big Bang Nucleosynthesis

    The process where light elements like Hydrogen and Helium were formed shortly after the Big Bang.

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    Stellar Nucleosynthesis

    Formation of heavy elements by fusion of lighter nuclei in stars.

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    Supernova Nucleosynthesis

    Creation of new elements during the explosive death of a star.

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    Neutron Capture

    When a nucleus captures a neutron to form heavier elements than iron.

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    Isotope

    A form of an element with the same atomic number but a different mass number.

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    Stable Isotope

    An isotope that is not radioactive and does not decay.

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    Unstable Isotope

    A radioactive isotope that decays and emits particles to form new elements.

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    Atomic Theory

    The theory proposing that matter is made of indivisible building blocks called atoms.

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    Factors Affecting Reaction Rates

    Concentration, particle size, temperature, and catalysts influence the speed of chemical reactions.

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    Concentration

    Higher concentration means more particles available for collisions, accelerating reactions.

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    Particle Size

    Smaller particles have greater surface area, leading to more collisions and faster reactions.

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    Temperature

    Increased temperature leads to more active molecules, resulting in faster reaction rates.

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    Catalyst

    A substance that accelerates a reaction by lowering the activation energy needed for collisions.

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    Heterogeneous Catalyst

    A catalyst in a different physical state from the reactants it helps.

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    Homogeneous Catalyst

    A catalyst that exists in the same physical state as the reactants it catalyzes.

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    Fossil Fuels

    Combustible geologic deposits formed from decayed organic material, formed through heat and pressure.

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    Electronegativity

    The ability of an atom to attract electrons; increases left to right and decreases top to bottom.

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    Nonpolar Molecules

    Molecules with equal electronegativity, sharing electrons equally.

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    Polar Molecules

    Molecules with uneven electron sharing, creating slight positive and negative ends.

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    Pauling Scale

    A scale measuring electronegativity; fluorine has the highest value of 4.0.

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    Degree of Polarity

    Determined by the electronegativity difference between bonded atoms.

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    Ion-Dipole Forces

    Attraction between an ion and a polar molecule.

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    Hydrogen Bonding

    A strong type of dipole-dipole interaction involving hydrogen and electronegative atoms (N, O, F).

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    Surface Tension

    Energy needed to increase the surface area of a liquid; linked to intermolecular forces.

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    Atoms

    Matter is composed of tiny, indivisible particles called atoms.

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    Law of Conservation of Mass

    The total mass in a chemical reaction remains constant, as stated by Antoine Lavoisier in 1789.

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    Law of Definite Proportions

    If a compound is broken down, the masses of the elements are in the same ratio, as described by Joseph Proust in 1799.

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    Law of Multiple Proportions

    When two elements form different compounds, the mass ratios of one element can be expressed in small whole numbers, according to John Dalton.

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    Plum Pudding Model

    Proposed by J.J. Thomson, this model suggests that an atom is a mix of positively-charged 'pudding' with negatively-charged electrons.

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    Gold Foil Experiment

    Conducted by Ernest Rutherford, showed that atoms have a small, dense positively-charged nucleus containing protons.

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    Quantum

    The smallest discrete unit of energy, often discussed in the context of atomic structure and behavior.

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    Synthetic Elements

    Elements with atomic numbers 99-118, which are radioactive and artificially created.

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    Lithium-ion battery

    A rechargeable battery used in devices like laptops and phones.

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    Ni-Cd battery

    A battery with nickel hydroxide and cadmium electrodes, using potassium hydroxide as the electrolyte.

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    Zinc-carbon battery

    Standard batteries with zinc and carbon electrodes, common in AA, C, and D cells.

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    Solar Cells

    Devices converting sunlight into electricity, also called photovoltaic cells.

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    Biomass

    Organic materials, often considered waste, that can be used for energy.

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    Stoichiometry

    The measurement of reactants and products in chemical reactions based on quantitative laws.

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    Mole

    A counting unit in chemistry, equating to Avogadro's number, 6.02x10^23.

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    Empirical Formula

    The simplest ratio of elements in a compound derived from mass relations.

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    Study Notes

    Physical Science - Light Elements

    • Big Bang Nucleosynthesis: Process creating light elements
    • Hydrogen and Helium: First light elements formed
    • Rapid cooling: From 1032 to 109
    • Quarks and Gluons: Condensed into nucleons, forming light elements
    • Stellar Nucleosynthesis: Formation of heavy elements by fusion in stars
    • Nebulas: Clouds of Hydrogen and Helium
    • Protostar: Mass of Hydrogen and Helium
    • Star element production: Stars produce elements up to Iron.
    • Supernova nucleosynthesis: Explosive star death creating heavier elements
    • Extreme temperatures and abundant neutrons: Key characteristics of Supernova explosions.
    • Neutron capture: Neutrons are captured by nuclei, forming heavier elements.

    Chemical Elements and Isotopes

    • Isotopes: Forms of an element with the same atomic number but different atomic mass, or mass number.
    • Stable Isotopes: Not radioactive
    • Unstable Isotopes: Radioactive, decay emitting positrons and neutrinos to form new elements.
    • Positrons: Same mass as electrons but positive charge
    • Neutrinos: Massless and chargeless

    Atomic Theory: From Ancient Greeks to Present

    • Empedocles' Theory: Matter made of four fundamental substances.
    • Democritus' Theory: All matter composed of indivisible atoms ('atomos')
    • Aristotle's Theory: Expanded Empedocles' theory, adding his own ideas about the transformation of elements.

    The Structure of the Atom

    • John Dalton's Atomic Theory: Matter composed of atoms, all atoms of a given element are identical, compounds are formed by combining atoms, chemical reactions involve rearranging atoms.
    • Four Main Concepts of Dalton's Atomic Theory: Listed
    • Scientific Laws About Chemical Reactions: Law of Conservation of Mass and Law of Definite Proportions
    • Joseph Louis Proust and Law of Definite Proportions: Detailed
    • Joseph John Thomson (J.J. Thomson): Plum pudding model, discovered electrons
    • Ernest Rutherford: Model atom with a positive nucleus containing most of its mass, discovered protons in his experiment
    • Niels Bohr: Planetary model of the hydrogen atom
    • James Chadwick: Discovered neutrons in the atomic nucleus
    • Quantum Mechanical Model: Quantum, energy levels, orbitals
    • Each sublevel contains a set of orbitals
    • No orbital can contain more than two electrons
    • Synthetic or Artificial elements: Atomic numbers 99-118, radioactive
    • Radioactivity: Unstable nucleus breakdown

    Bonding and Physical Properties of Matter

    • Ionic Bond: Metal reacting with a nonmetal, electron transfer, cation (positive) and anion (negative) formation.
    • Covalent Bonds: Sharing of electrons, nonmetal to nonmetal chemical bond, one, two, or three pairs of electrons may be shared
    • Two types of Covalent Bond- non-polar and polar
    • Metallic Bonds: Metallic cations attracted to delocalized electrons
    • Covalent compounds: Low melting point, lack electrical conductivity when solid
    • Ionic compounds: High melting point, solid form at room temperature, good electron conductors

    Electronegativity and Polarity

    • Electronegativity: Atom's tendency to attract electrons
    • Electronegativity Trend: Increasing from left to right, decreasing from top to bottom
    • Polarity: Uneven partial charge in a compound, resulting from differing electronegativities in atoms
    • Polar Molecules (Dipoles): Electrons attracted to one atom in a molecule more than the other. Slightly positive and negative ends
    • Nonpolar Molecules: Equal electronegativity values and electron sharing
    • Intermolecular Forces: Determining factor of substance state, solid, liquid, or gas at room temperature.

    Intermolecular Forces and Interactions

    • Types of intermolecular forces: Ion-dipole, dipole-dipole, dispersion (London) forces
    • Hydrogen Bonding: Special type of dipole-dipole interaction (hydrogen with electronegative atom)

    Stoichiometry

    • Stoichiometry: Measurement based on laws of chemical combination.
    • Formula Mass/Molecular Mass: Based on ionic/covalent bonds.
    • Mole: Counting unit of atoms/molecules (6.02 x 1023)
    • Percentage Composition: Finding percentage of each element in a compound.
    • Calculating Formulas: Determining elements and proportions of weights in experimental data.
    • Empirical Formulas: Simplest ratio of atoms in a compound.
    • Mole-to-Mole Conversion: Calculating moles of one substance from moles of another, using balanced equations.
    • Moles-to-Grams Conversion: Converting between moles and grams of a compound
    • Mass-to-Mass Conversion: Calculation between masses of substances, using molar masses and balanced reactions.

    Rates of Chemical Reactions

    • Collision Theory: Relationship between collisions and reaction rates
    • Factors affecting rates: Concentration, particle size, temperature, catalysts
    • Catalysts: speed up reactions

    Limiting Reactant and Yield

    • Limiting Reactant/Reagent: Reactant in short supply, limits product formation
    • Excess Reactant/Reagent: Other reactant present in more than needed amount
    • Theoretical Yield: Expected product amount based on calculations
    • Actual Yield: Product amount produced in the experiment
    • Percent Yield: Comparing actual and theoretical yield

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