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What is the basic unit of matter that consists of protons, neutrons, and electrons?
Which of the following describes a covalent bond?
In a chemical reaction, which substances are referred to as the products?
Which of the following describes ionic bonds?
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What does the atomic number of an element represent?
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Which state of matter has a definite shape and volume?
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Which reaction type involves the exchange of ions between two compounds?
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What is a characteristic of metalloids in the periodic table?
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What defines an acid in a chemical solution?
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Which of the following characteristics is true for gases?
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What is a mole in chemistry?
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Which of the following best describes an exothermic reaction?
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What is the primary purpose of titration in a laboratory setting?
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What defines chemical equilibrium in a reaction?
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Which of the following is NOT a functional group commonly found in organic compounds?
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Which personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential for laboratory safety?
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Study Notes
Basic Concepts
- Matter: Anything that has mass and occupies space.
- Elements: Pure substances that cannot be broken down (e.g., hydrogen, oxygen).
- Compounds: Substances formed from two or more elements chemically combined (e.g., water, carbon dioxide).
Atomic Structure
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Atoms: Basic unit of matter, consisting of protons, neutrons, and electrons.
- Protons: Positive charge, found in the nucleus.
- Neutrons: No charge, found in the nucleus.
- Electrons: Negative charge, orbiting around the nucleus.
- Atomic Number: Number of protons in an atom, defines the element.
- Mass Number: Total number of protons and neutrons in an atom.
Periodic Table
- Groups/Families: Vertical columns; share similar properties (e.g., alkali metals, noble gases).
- Periods: Horizontal rows; properties change progressively.
- Metals, Nonmetals, Metalloids: Classification based on physical and chemical properties.
Chemical Bonds
- Ionic Bonds: Formed by the transfer of electrons from one atom to another (e.g., NaCl).
- Covalent Bonds: Formed by the sharing of electrons between atoms (e.g., H2O).
- Metallic Bonds: Involves a sea of shared electrons among metal atoms.
Chemical Reactions
- Reactants: Substances that undergo change during a reaction.
- Products: Substances formed as a result of a chemical reaction.
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Types of Reactions:
- Synthesis: Two or more reactants combine to form one product.
- Decomposition: One reactant breaks down into two or more products.
- Single Replacement: An element replaces another in a compound.
- Double Replacement: Exchange of ions between two compounds.
- Combustion: Reaction with oxygen, producing energy and usually CO2 and H2O.
States of Matter
- Solid: Definite shape and volume; particles closely packed.
- Liquid: Definite volume but takes the shape of its container; particles less tightly packed.
- Gas: No definite shape or volume; particles far apart and move freely.
- Plasma: Ionized gas with free-moving ions and electrons.
Acids and Bases
- Acids: Substances that donate protons (H+) in solution (e.g., hydrochloric acid).
- Bases: Substances that accept protons or produce hydroxide ions (OH-) in solution (e.g., sodium hydroxide).
- pH Scale: Measures acidity or basicity; ranges from 0 (acidic) to 14 (basic), with 7 being neutral.
Organic Chemistry
- Organic Compounds: Contain carbon; examples include hydrocarbons, alcohols, and acids.
- Functional Groups: Specific groups of atoms that impart characteristic properties (e.g., hydroxyl -OH, carboxyl -COOH).
Stoichiometry
- Mole Concept: A mole is 6.022 x 10²³ particles (atoms, molecules).
- Balancing Equations: Ensuring the number of atoms for each element is the same on both sides of the equation.
- Concentration: Measure of the amount of solute in a given volume of solvent (e.g., molarity).
Thermodynamics
- Energy Changes: Involves heat transfer during chemical reactions.
- Exothermic Reactions: Release energy (e.g., combustion).
- Endothermic Reactions: Absorb energy (e.g., photosynthesis).
Kinetics and Equilibrium
- Reaction Rate: Speed at which reactants turn into products, influenced by concentration, temperature, and catalysts.
- Chemical Equilibrium: State where the rate of the forward reaction equals the rate of the reverse reaction.
Lab Techniques
- Titration: Method to determine the concentration of a solute by reacting it with a standard solution.
- Chromatography: Technique for separating mixtures based on different interactions with a stationary phase.
Safety in Chemistry
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Includes gloves, goggles, and lab coats.
- Proper Disposal: Follow protocols for disposing of chemicals to prevent contamination and accidents.
Basic Concepts
- Matter consists of any physical substance that possesses mass and occupies space.
- Elements are fundamental substances that cannot be decomposed into simpler substances (e.g., hydrogen, oxygen).
- Compounds are formed when two or more elements chemically combine, resulting in new substances (e.g., water is H₂O, carbon dioxide is CO₂).
Atomic Structure
- Atoms are the smallest units of matter, composed of protons (positive charge), neutrons (no charge), and electrons (negative charge).
- Protons and neutrons are located in the nucleus of the atom, while electrons orbit around it.
- The atomic number indicates the number of protons in an atom, which uniquely identifies an element.
- Mass number represents the total count of protons and neutrons in an atom.
Periodic Table
- The periodic table consists of groups (vertical columns) that share similar chemical properties, such as alkali metals and noble gases.
- Periods are the horizontal rows on the table, where properties generally change progressively across the row.
- Elements are classified into metals, nonmetals, and metalloids based on their physical and chemical characteristics.
Chemical Bonds
- Ionic bonds occur through the transfer of electrons from one atom to another, creating charged ions (e.g., sodium chloride, NaCl).
- Covalent bonds form when two atoms share electrons, resulting in molecules (e.g., water, H₂O).
- Metallic bonds involve a sea of shared electrons, allowing metal atoms to conduct electricity effectively.
Chemical Reactions
- Reactants are the initial substances that undergo a chemical change, while products are the resulting substances formed.
- Synthesis reactions combine two or more reactants into a single product.
- Decomposition reactions break down one reactant into multiple products.
- Single replacement reactions involve an element substituting for another in a compound.
- Double replacement reactions involve ions exchanging between two compounds.
- Combustion reactions typically involve oxygen, yielding energy as well as carbon dioxide and water.
States of Matter
- Solids have a defined shape and volume with tightly packed particles.
- Liquids possess a fixed volume but adapt to the shape of their container, with loosely packed particles.
- Gases lack defined shape or volume, with particles moving freely and widely spaced.
- Plasma is an ionized state of matter featuring charged particles, such as in stars.
Acids and Bases
- Acids are substances that release protons (H⁺ ions) in solution, such as hydrochloric acid (HCl).
- Bases accept protons or generate hydroxide ions (OH⁻) in solution, such as sodium hydroxide (NaOH).
- The pH scale quantifies acidity and basicity, ranging from 0 (strongly acidic) to 14 (strongly basic), with 7 indicating a neutral solution.
Organic Chemistry
- Organic compounds primarily consist of carbon and include a variety of substances like hydrocarbons, alcohols, and acids.
- Functional groups are distinct groups of atoms within molecules that determine their chemical behavior (e.g., hydroxyl -OH, carboxyl -COOH).
Stoichiometry
- A mole is defined as 6.022 x 10²³ particles, encompassing atoms, molecules, or ions.
- Balancing chemical equations is essential to ensure that the number of each type of atom remains consistent on both sides.
- Concentration measures the amount of solute present within a certain volume of solvent, often expressed in molarity (mol/L).
Thermodynamics
- Energy changes are a critical aspect of chemical reactions, often involving heat transfer.
- Exothermic reactions liberate energy into the surroundings (e.g., combustion).
- Endothermic reactions absorb energy from the surroundings (e.g., photosynthesis).
Kinetics and Equilibrium
- The reaction rate indicates how quickly reactants convert to products, influenced by factors such as concentration, temperature, and catalysts.
- Chemical equilibrium occurs when the rates of the forward and reverse reactions are equal, resulting in stable concentrations of reactants and products.
Lab Techniques
- Titration is a method used to ascertain the concentration of a solute by reacting it with a standardized solution.
- Chromatography separates components of a mixture based on differing interactions with a stationary phase.
Safety in Chemistry
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) includes essential items such as gloves, goggles, and lab coats to ensure safety during experiments.
- Proper chemical disposal protocols are vital for preventing contamination and accidental spills or reactions.
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