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Which nuclear reaction represents alpha decay?

  • ^38^~19~K → ^4^~2~He + ^34^~17~Cl (correct)
  • ^34^~17~Cl → ^0^~+1~e + ^34^~16~S
  • ^53^~27~Co → ^0^~-1~e + ^53^~26~Fe
  • ^83^~36~Kr → ^0^~0~γ + ^83^~36~Kr

In a fission chain reaction, what is the primary process that initiates further reactions?

  • Release of gamma radiation
  • Fusion of light nuclei
  • Absorption of a neutron
  • Splitting of a heavy nucleus (correct)

Which law states that energy can change forms but is neither created nor destroyed?

  • Zeroth Law
  • Third Law
  • Second Law
  • First Law (correct)

What happens to the entropy of an isolated system according to the Second Law?

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What is indicated by the Zeroth Law of thermodynamics?

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Which law indicates that the entropy of a perfect crystal approaches zero as temperature approaches absolute zero?

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When air inside a ball absorbs energy from the sun, what happens to its kinetic energy?

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What does the relationship between temperature and pressure inside a closed container imply?

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Which statement correctly illustrates the development of modern atomic theory?

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What is the primary function of neutrons within an atom?

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What is the charge of a neutron?

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Which of the following best describes the function of electrons in an atom?

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In the Bohr model of the atom, what do the circular orbits represent?

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According to Dalton's theory, atoms were considered to be:

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What occurs when an electron in its ground state absorbs a quantum of energy?

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Which equation correctly relates energy, wavelength, and frequency in the electromagnetic spectrum?

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The Quantum Mechanical model of the atom describes electrons as occupying:

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Which of the following statements about protons is true?

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What is the average atomic mass of chlorine based on its isotopes?

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What is the molecular shape of a molecule with a trigonal pyramidal structure?

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What describes how the ions of an ionic compound are arranged?

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Which of the following is NOT a type of molecular shape mentioned?

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Which bond angle is associated with a tetrahedral molecular shape?

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How are valence electrons expressed using electron dot diagrams?

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Which of the following statements about intermolecular and intramolecular attractions is true?

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What occurs to the distance between molecules as a substance changes from solid to gas?

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What is the molecular geometry of the molecule that consists of Nitrogen and Hydrogen?

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Why is the molecule formed between Boron and Chlorine considered nonpolar?

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Which types of intermolecular forces does Compound 1 primarily experience?

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What contributes to the higher boiling point of Compound 2 compared to Compound 1?

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How does the structure of alloys contribute to their strength?

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What is the process called when two smaller nuclei combine into a single larger nucleus?

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Which group of elements is known for losing 1 electron and forming +1 ions?

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Which group of the periodic table contains elements that are mostly inert and have 8 valence electrons?

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What characteristic defines alkali earth metals in terms of conductivity?

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Which group on the periodic table consists of elements that typically have 2 valence electrons?

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Which of the following statements is true regarding fission?

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What is a significant property of transition metals?

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Which element category does not typically form negative ions?

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What is the ionic charge of alkaline earth metals when they lose their valence electrons?

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What defines the reactivity of alkali metals?

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Which of the following properties is incorrect regarding halogens?

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What does the term 'valence electrons' refer to?

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In the periodic table, where are most noble gases located?

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The property of 'reactivity' is most associated with which group of elements?

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Flashcards

Proton

A positively charged particle found in the nucleus of an atom. Protons determine the element's identity.

Neutron

A neutral particle found in the nucleus of an atom. Neutrons provide stability to the nucleus by balancing the repulsive forces of protons.

Electron

A negatively charged particle that orbits the nucleus of an atom in an electron cloud. Electrons determine the chemical properties of an atom.

Energy Level

The specific energy level an electron occupies within an atom. Each energy level represents a different distance from the nucleus.

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Planck-Einstein Equation

The relationship between wavelength, frequency, and energy of light, stating that energy is directly proportional to frequency and inversely proportional to wavelength.

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Excitation

The process of an electron absorbing a quantum of energy and moving to a higher energy level, causing the atom to be in an excited state.

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Emission

The process of an electron releasing energy and returning to a lower energy level, emitting light in the process.

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Ground State

The lowest energy level an electron can occupy in an atom.

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Zeroth Law of Thermodynamics

Two systems in thermal equilibrium with a third system are also in thermal equilibrium with each other. This means that if two objects are at the same temperature as a third object, they are also at the same temperature as each other.

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First Law of Thermodynamics

Energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another. This means that the total amount of energy in a closed system remains constant.

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Second Law of Thermodynamics

The entropy of an isolated system always increases over time. This means that disorder or randomness in a system will always increase unless work is done to maintain order.

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Third Law of Thermodynamics

The entropy of a perfect crystal at absolute zero (0 Kelvin) is zero. This means that at the lowest possible temperature, a perfectly ordered system has no disorder.

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Relationship between Temperature and Pressure

The pressure inside a sealed container increases when the temperature increases. This is because the molecules inside the container move faster at a higher temperature, colliding with the walls of the container more frequently and with greater force.

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Relationship between Pressure and Volume

The volume of a gas decreases as the pressure increases, assuming temperature remains constant. This is because the molecules have less space to move around when compressed.

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Atomic Structure

The structure of an atom consists of a positively charged nucleus at the center, composed of protons and neutrons, surrounded by negatively charged electrons orbiting in specific energy levels.

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Subatomic Particles

Protons, neutrons, and electrons are the three fundamental subatomic particles that make up atoms. Protons have a positive charge, neutrons have no charge, and electrons have a negative charge.

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Alpha Decay

A process where the nucleus of an atom emits a helium nucleus (alpha particle), resulting in a decrease in the atomic number by two and the mass number by four.

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Beta Decay

A process where the nucleus of an atom emits an electron (beta particle), converting a neutron into a proton, increasing the atomic number by one, while the mass number remains unchanged.

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Gamma Decay

A process where the nucleus of an atom releases energy in the form of electromagnetic radiation (gamma rays), without changing the atomic number or mass number.

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Nuclear Fission

A nuclear reaction where a heavy nucleus splits into two or more lighter nuclei, releasing a tremendous amount of energy.

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Nuclear Fusion

A nuclear reaction where two or more light nuclei combine to form a heavier nucleus, releasing a tremendous amount of energy.

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Dipole-Dipole Forces

A type of intermolecular force that occurs between molecules with permanent dipoles. These dipoles arise due to unequal sharing of electrons in polar covalent bonds.

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Molecular Geometry

The shape of a molecule determined by the arrangement of atoms and lone pairs of electrons around the central atom. It influences the molecule's polarity and properties.

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London Dispersion Forces

A type of intermolecular force that occurs between all molecules, regardless of polarity, due to temporary fluctuations in electron distribution creating temporary dipoles.

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Hydrogen Bonding

A type of intermolecular force that is the strongest type, occurring between a hydrogen atom bonded to a highly electronegative atom (like oxygen, nitrogen, or fluorine) and a lone pair of electrons on another electronegative atom.

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Electronegativity

A measure of the tendency of an atom to attract electrons in a chemical bond. The higher the value, the stronger the pull on electrons.

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Families or Groups

Columns on the periodic table that group elements with similar chemical properties due to the same number of valence electrons.

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Periods

Rows on the periodic table that represent elements with the same number of electron shells.

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Noble Gases

Elements in Group 18 of the periodic table known for their unreactive nature due to a full outermost electron shell.

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Isotopes

Atoms of the same element that have the same number of protons but a different number of neutrons.

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Average Atomic Mass

The average mass of an element's isotopes, taking into account their relative abundance.

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VSEPR (Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion) Theory

Theory that predicts the shape of a molecule based on the repulsion of electron pairs around a central atom.

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Trigonal Pyramidal

A three-dimensional arrangement of atoms in a molecule where the central atom is bonded to three other atoms, resulting in a triangular pyramid shape.

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Tetrahedral

A three-dimensional arrangement of atoms in a molecule where the central atom is bonded to four other atoms, resulting in a tetrahedron shape.

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Periodic Table

The periodic table is a chart that organizes elements by their atomic number and recurring chemical properties.

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Atomic Number

The number of protons in an atom's nucleus. This number determines the element's identity.

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Atomic Mass

The total number of protons and neutrons in an atom's nucleus. It represents the atom's mass.

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Chemical Families

Elements in the same vertical column on the periodic table, sharing similar chemical properties. This is because they have the same number of valence electrons (electrons in the outermost shell).

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Alkali Metals

Elements in Group 1 of the periodic table, highly reactive metals that have a single valence electron.

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Alkaline Earth Metals

Elements in Group 2 of the periodic table, reactive metals with two valence electrons.

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Halogens

Elements in Group 17 (or 7A) of the periodic table, highly reactive nonmetals that gain one electron to become stable.

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Transition Metals

Elements in Groups 3-12 on the periodic table, known for their variable valencies and ability to form colored compounds. They are often good conductors of heat and electricity.

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Atomic Radius

The distance from the nucleus to the outer shell of an atom. It generally decreases from left to right across a period and increases down a group on the periodic table.

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Ionization Energy

The energy required to remove an electron from a gaseous atom. It generally increases from left to right across a period and decreases down a group on the periodic table.

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Electron Configuration

The arrangement of electrons in an atom's energy levels and subshells.

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Study Notes

Four Laws of Thermodynamics

  • Zeroth Law: Two systems in equilibrium with a third system are in thermal equilibrium with each other, example: a glass of ice water in a room warming to room temperature.
  • First Law: Energy can change forms, but is neither created nor destroyed, example: rubbing hands together creates heat.
  • Second Law: Entropy of an isolated system always increases, Example: a house of cards falling apart.
  • Third Law: Entropy of a system approaches a constant value as its temperature approaches absolute zero, example: entropy of a perfect crystal is zero.

Atomic Structure

  • Atomic Structure: Atoms consist of protons, neutrons, and electrons.
  • Location: protons and neutrons are in the nucleus, and electrons are in a cloud surrounding the nucleus.
  • Function: Protons determine the identity of the atom and are positively charged. Neutrons provide stability in the nucleus, and are neutral. Electrons determine the chemical properties of the atom and are negatively charged.
  • Scientists & Models:
  • Democritus: Proposed indivisible particles (atomos)
  • Dalton: Hard spheres, all atoms of an element are identical
  • Thomson: Electrons embedded in a positive sphere (plum pudding model)
  • Rutherford: Nucleus with electrons orbiting (nuclear model)
  • Bohr: Electrons in specific energy levels (orbits)
  • Schrödinger: Electron orbitals (clouds), electron location not definable.

Nuclear Chemistry

  • Decay: Radioactive decay releases energy and particles
  • Alpha Decay: Loss of an alpha particle (Helium nucleus).
  • Beta Decay: Loss of a beta particle (electron or positron).
  • Half-life: Time taken for half of a radioactive material to decay.

Periodic Table

  • Arrangement: Elements ordered by increasing atomic number
  • Groups: Vertical columns; similar properties.
  • Periods: Horizontal rows; properties vary across the row.
  • Families: Specific groups of elements which share similar properties
  • Metals: Good conductors, ductile, malleable, lose electrons to form positive ions.
  • Nonmetals: Poor conductors, brittle, gain electrons to form negative ions.
  • Noble Gases: Nonreactive, full outer electron shells.
  • Trends: Atomic size, ionization energy, electronegativity
  • Atomic Mass: The average mass of atoms of an element calculated by taking into account each isotope.

Chemical Bonding

  • Ionic Bonding: Transfer of electrons between metals and nonmetals, forming positive (cations) and negative (anions) ions.
  • Covalent Bonding: Sharing of electrons between nonmetals.
  • Types of bonds: based on the electronegativity difference between atoms involved in a bond.
  • Intramolecular vs Intermolecular forces: Intramolecular forces are the forces within the molecule influencing the characteristics of the molecule itself. Intermolecular forces are between molecules that influence physical properties, such as melting and boiling points.

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