30 Questions
What is the definition of combustion?
A chemical reaction where a substance reacts with oxygen to produce heat and light.
What is formed when sulfur reacts with oxygen?
Sulfur dioxide
What is the general equation for non-metal reactions with oxygen?
Non-metal + oxygen → non-metal oxide
What is a use of sulfur dioxide?
As a preservative in dried fruits
What is a hazard associated with mining sulfur?
Inhalation of sulfur dioxide gas
What is the reactant in the reaction of sulfur with oxygen?
Sulfur
What is the product of the reaction of sulfur with oxygen?
Sulfur dioxide
What is a characteristic of the flame produced by burning sulfur?
Blue
What type of compound is formed when a non-metal reacts with oxygen?
Non-metal oxide
What is the chemical equation for the reaction of sulfur with oxygen?
S + O2 → SO2
What is the purpose of using sulfur dioxide in dried fruits?
To prevent decay
Why is the reaction of sulfur with oxygen not typically demonstrated in classrooms?
Due to the toxic nature of the product
What is the byproduct of sulfur mining that is hazardous to humans?
Sulfur dioxide gas
What is the color of the flame produced when sulfur burns in oxygen?
Blue
What type of substance is sulfur?
Non-metal
What is the term for a substance that can cause harm to living organisms?
Toxic
What is the purpose of combustion reactions?
To produce heat and light
What is the reactant that is a yellow non-metal?
Sulfur
Why is it important to understand the reaction of sulfur with oxygen?
Due to its applications and implications
What is the characteristic of sulfur when it burns in oxygen?
It produces a blue flame
What is the primary reason why sulfur dioxide is used in food preservation?
To prevent the growth of microorganisms
Which of the following best describes the reaction of sulfur with oxygen?
A chemical reaction that produces a toxic gas
What is a common application of sulfur dioxide?
As a preservative in food products
What is the primary hazard associated with mining sulfur?
Inhalation of toxic gases
What is the role of oxygen in the reaction of sulfur with oxygen?
It acts as a reactant to form a new compound
What is the characteristic of the flame produced when sulfur burns in oxygen?
It has a blue color
Why is it important to understand the reaction of sulfur with oxygen?
To understand its applications and implications
What is the term for the chemical reaction of sulfur with oxygen?
Combustion reaction
What is the purpose of providing visual representations of sulfur burning in oxygen?
To provide a visual aid for understanding the reaction
What is the significance of sulfur dioxide in the context of mining sulfur?
It is a byproduct of sulfur mining that is hazardous to humans
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