Unit 1: Chemistry Basics

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Questions and Answers

Which process is primarily responsible for the increase in sea levels due to climate change?

Changes in atmospheric pressure

Shifts in tectonic plate movement

Melting of glaciers and ice caps (correct)

Increased precipitation rates

According to Snell's Law, what happens to light as it travels from air into water?

It maintains its speed and continues straight

It slows down and bends towards the normal (correct)

It speeds up and bends towards the normal

It speeds up and bends away from the normal

Which of the following is NOT a primary method of heat transfer?

Radiation

Convection

Conduction

Evaporation (correct)

Which part of the electromagnetic spectrum has the shortest wavelengths?

Gamma rays Signup and view all the answers

What type of image does a convex mirror typically produce?

Smaller and upright Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of bioluminescence?

Light produced by fireflies Signup and view all the answers

During which phase of mitosis do chromosomes align along the middle of the cell?

Metaphase Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the circulatory system in relation to cellular respiration?

To transport oxygen to cells Signup and view all the answers

When balancing the equation $CH_4 + O_2 ightarrow CO_2 + H_2O$, what coefficient should be placed in front of the $H_2O$ to achieve a balanced equation?

2 Signup and view all the answers

Which observation would indicate a chemical change is taking place?

Formation of a solid when two solutions are mixed Signup and view all the answers

What type of chemical reaction is represented by the equation $2KClO_3 ightarrow 2KCl + 3O_2$?

Decomposition Signup and view all the answers

What type of bond is found in the compound $MgCl_2$?

Ionic bond Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scenarios contributes least to rising sea levels?

Melting of Arctic sea ice Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a primary goal of the Paris Agreement?

To limit global warming to well below 2°C, ideally to 1.5°C Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the albedo effect?

The reflection of sunlight off ice surfaces, reducing heat absorption Signup and view all the answers

Which option describes the anthropogenic greenhouse effect?

The trapping of heat by gases in the atmosphere, particularly CO2 produced by burning fossil fuels Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Unit 1: Chemistry

Balancing Chemical Equations: Ensure the same number of each type of atom is on both sides of the equation, following the Law of Conservation of Mass. Examples show how to balance equations.
Evidence of Chemical Change: Look for signs like color change (e.g., rust), gas production (bubbles), precipitate formation (solid in a solution), temperature change, light emission, or odor change.
Types of Reactions:
- Synthesis: Two or more substances combine to form one. (e.g., 2H₂ + O₂ → 2H₂O)
- Decomposition: One substance breaks down into simpler substances. (e.g., 2H₂O → 2H₂ + O₂)
- Single Displacement: One element replaces another in a compound. (e.g., Zn + CuSO₄ → ZnSO₄ + Cu)
- Double Displacement: Elements in two compounds swap places. (e.g., AgNO₃ + NaCl → AgCl + NaNO₃)
Chemical Names and Formulas:
- Ionic compounds: Formed from a metal and a nonmetal (e.g., NaCl).
- Covalent compounds: Formed from two nonmetals (e.g., CO₂).
- Polyatomic ions: Groups of atoms with a charge (e.g., SO₄²⁻, OH⁻).
Ionic vs. Covalent Bonds:
- Ionic Bonds: Electrons are transferred between a metal and a nonmetal.
- Covalent Bonds: Electrons are shared between nonmetals.

Unit 2: Climate Change

Effects of Climate Change:
- Rising sea levels due to melting glaciers.
- More frequent/extreme weather events (storms, droughts).
- Loss of biodiversity as species struggle to adapt.
Climate Initiatives:
- Paris Agreement: Global effort to limit warming to 1.5°C.
- Renewable energy (solar, wind) replacing fossil fuels.
- Reforestation to absorb CO2.
Water and Climate:
- Water bodies moderate climate by absorbing/releasing heat.
- Water vapor traps heat (greenhouse gas).
- Ice reflects sunlight; less ice means more warming.
Greenhouse Effect:
- Natural: Keeps Earth warm enough for life by trapping heat.
- Anthropogenic: Burning fossil fuels adds excess CO2, causing warming.
Indicators of Climate Change:
- Melting glaciers and ice caps.
- Rising sea levels from thermal expansion.
- Shifts in wind/ocean patterns affecting weather.

Unit 3: Physics

Snell's Law: Describes how light bends when passing between materials with different densities (refraction). Formula: n₁sinθ₁ = n₂sinθ₂
Heat Transfer:
- Conduction: Heat transfer through solids.
- Convection: Heat transfer in fluids.
- Radiation: Heat transfer by electromagnetic waves.
Electromagnetic Spectrum: Visible light (ROYGBIV), other forms like radio waves, gamma rays with varying wavelengths.
Mirrors and Lenses (SALT): Describes characteristics like size, attitude, location, and type of image formed.
Light Emissions:
- Chemiluminescence: Light from a chemical reaction.
- Bioluminescence: Light from living organisms (e.g., fireflies).
- LEDs: Efficient, low-energy artificial light.

Unit 4: Biology

Mitosis: Cell division resulting in two identical daughter cells. Key stages: Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase.
Cell Cycle: Interphase (cell growth and DNA replication) and Mitosis (division).
Systems Interaction: Respiration and circulation work together to provide necessary oxygen and energy to cells.
Cancer: Uncontrolled cell division due to DNA damage forming tumors and potentially spreading.
Cell Organelles:
- Plant cells: Chloroplasts (photosynthesis), cell wall (structure).
- Animal cells: Centrioles (mitosis), lysosomes (waste breakdown).

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Explore the essential concepts of chemistry in Unit 1, including balancing chemical equations and identifying evidence of chemical change. You'll learn about various types of reactions such as synthesis, decomposition, single and double displacement, as well as chemical names and formulas for ionic and covalent compounds.