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What does Crit A in the MYP Chemistry curriculum primarily focus on?
What does Crit A in the MYP Chemistry curriculum primarily focus on?
A hypothesis is irrelevant to the experimental method.
A hypothesis is irrelevant to the experimental method.
False
What are the dependent and independent variables in a scientific investigation?
What are the dependent and independent variables in a scientific investigation?
The independent variable is the one that is changed, while the dependent variable is the one that is measured.
In an experiment, the __________ variable must be kept constant to ensure a fair test.
In an experiment, the __________ variable must be kept constant to ensure a fair test.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Which of the following describes a direct relationship between two variables?
Which of the following describes a direct relationship between two variables?
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Evaluating the validity of a hypothesis is only necessary if the data is consistent.
Evaluating the validity of a hypothesis is only necessary if the data is consistent.
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What is one potential limitation in a scientific investigation?
What is one potential limitation in a scientific investigation?
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Which of the following processes is an example of a change in state of matter?
Which of the following processes is an example of a change in state of matter?
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Exothermic reactions absorb heat from the surroundings.
Exothermic reactions absorb heat from the surroundings.
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What is the primary difference between metals and non-metals?
What is the primary difference between metals and non-metals?
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The primary gas in the composition of air is ______.
The primary gas in the composition of air is ______.
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Match the following terms related to mixtures with their definitions:
Match the following terms related to mixtures with their definitions:
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Which of the following best describes the processes used to separate mixtures?
Which of the following best describes the processes used to separate mixtures?
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Ionization energy generally increases as you move down a group in the periodic table.
Ionization energy generally increases as you move down a group in the periodic table.
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What do you call the bond formed when two atoms share electrons?
What do you call the bond formed when two atoms share electrons?
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Study Notes
Unit 1: States of Matter and Changes in States of Matter
- States of Matter: Solids, liquids, and gases. Each state has distinct properties due to the arrangement and movement of particles.
- Kinetic Theory: Particles in all states of matter are in constant motion. The energy of this motion determines the state. Higher energy leads to greater particle movement.
- Diffusion: The movement of particles from an area of high concentration to low concentration. This occurs in all states of matter.
- Arrangement of Matter: Solids have a fixed arrangement, liquids have a loose arrangement, and gases have random arrangement of particles.
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Processes Bringing a Change of States of Matter: Changes in states are related to changes in heat (energy) input or output.
- Heat: Energy transfer between objects due to temperature differences. Heat is needed to raise energy and allow particles to move more freely, leading to phase changes.
- Collision Theory: Particles collide with each other and the container walls. Increased collisions at higher temperatures lead to more rapid phase changes.
- Exothermic and Endothermic Reactions: Reactions that release or absorb heat energy respectively; phase changes have a heat aspect.
- Temperature vs. Heat: Temperature measures the average kinetic energy of particles, while heat is the total thermal energy.
- Enthalpy: The total heat content of a system.
- Entropy: A measure of the disorder or randomness of a system.
- Mixture with Composition of Air: A mixture is a substance composed of 2 or more different kinds of particles. Air is a mixture of nitrogen, oxygen, argon, and other gases.
- Matter and Mass: Matter is anything that has mass and takes up space. Mass is a measurement of the amount of matter.
- Classification of Matter: Elements, compounds, and mixtures are different ways matter can be classified.
- Atmospheric Composition: Air is mainly made up of nitrogen and oxygen. Knowing the composition is crucial for understanding air's role in everyday life and in pollution.
- Alloy, Emulsion, Suspension, and Colloids: These are types of mixtures with varying properties.
- Alloy: A metal mixed with another element to improve its properties.
- Emulsion: A mixture of two liquids that don't normally mix, like oil and water.
- Suspension: A mixture where solid particles are suspended in a liquid.
- Colloid: A mixture with small particles dispersed in a liquid or a gas.
- Phases of Matter (Solute, Solvent, etc.): Components of mixtures like solutions (solvent and solute).
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Separation Techniques: Methods to separate components of mixtures based on the physical and chemical properties of the components.
- Filtration: Separates solids from liquids based on size differences between solid particles and a liquid.
- Distillation: Separates liquids with different boiling points.
- Chromatography: Separates substances based on their distribution between a stationary and mobile phase.
- Crystallization: Separates solids from a solution through changing the solvent.
- Dialysis: Removes unwanted substances from a solution using a semipermeable membrane.
- Separation Techniques with Examples (Clean Water & Air): Examples demonstrate the use of separation techniques, such as water purification and air purifiers.
Unit 2: Atomic Structure and the Periodic Table
- Atomic Structure: Atoms are made up of protons, neutrons, and electrons.
- Valence: The number of electrons in the outermost energy level of an atom.
- Valency, Atomic Number, and Mass: Atomic number tells the number of protons, atomic mass is the sum of protons and neutrons. Valency is the combining capacity of an element.
- Calculation of RAM (Relative Atomic Mass): Relative Atomic Mass (RAM) is calculated relative to the mass of carbon-12.
- Balancing Equations: Chemical equations need to be balanced to satisfy the law of conservation of mass.
- Mole: A unit of measurement for the amount of a substance, related to Avogadro's number (6.022 × 1023).
- Isotopes: Atoms of the same element with different numbers of neutrons.
- Allotropes: Different forms of an element in the same physical state with different arrangements of atoms. (graphite, diamond, etc.)
- History of the Periodic Table: Development of the periodic table and the insights gained from arranging elements.
- Understanding of Groups and Periods: Groups represent vertical columns, and periods are horizontal rows. Trends exist in groups and periods, such as atomic radius and electronegativity.
- Metals, Non-Metals, and Metalloids: The three categories of elements based on their properties, including conductivity and reactivity.
- Heavy Metals and Their Impact: Heavy metals are elements with high atomic weights. Some are toxic to humans and the environment.
- Trends of Properties (Atomic Radii, Ionization Energy, Electronegativity, Electron Affinity, Melting and Boiling Points, Metallic Character): Trends in these properties across periods and groups.
- Transition Metals and Their Properties: Specific properties of transition metals.
- Formation of Ions and Ionic Bonding: Atoms lose or gain electrons to form ions, leading to electrostatic forces in ionic compounds.
- Naming Ionic Compounds: Rules for naming ionic compounds based on the formulas.
- Introduction to Polyatomic Ions: Groups of atoms with a combined charge.
- Formation of Covalent Bonds: Atoms share electrons to achieve a stable electron configuration.
- Naming Covalent Compounds: Rules for naming covalent compounds.
- IUPAC: International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry.
- Metallic Bonding: Free-flowing electrons amongst the metal atoms.
- Properties of Ionic and Covalent Compounds (Solubility, Melting/Boiling Points, Conductivity): Properties related to the bonding types.
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Test your knowledge on the states of matter and their transitions in this quiz based on Unit 1. Explore concepts like the kinetic theory, diffusion, and how heat influences changes between solids, liquids, and gases. Understand the properties and arrangements of different states more deeply.