Key Concepts in Chemistry: Master the Fundamentals

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a type of chemical bond?

Accepted Answer

van der Waals force

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Ionic bond

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Covalent bond

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Coordinate bond

Question 2

Which of the following statements accurately describes the formation of metallic bonds?

Accepted Answer

Attraction between metal ions and mobile electrons

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Transfer of electrons from one atom to another

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Interaction between two non-metal atoms

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Bonding between two hydrogen atoms

Question 3

What is the electron configuration of a neutral sodium atom?

Accepted Answer

1s22s22p63s1

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1s1

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1s22s22p3

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1s22s23s1

Question 4

Which topic is not included in 'Unit 1: Key Concepts in Chemistry'?

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Quantum Mechanics

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States of Matter

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Chemical Bonding

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Stoichiometry

Question 5

Which property is NOT characteristic of a covalent bond?

Accepted Answer

Bond formation involves the attraction between ions.

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Electrons are shared between atoms.

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Covalent bonds are typically stable and strong.

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Molecules with covalent bonds can rotate freely.

Question 6

Which type of force is covalent bonding an example of?

Accepted Answer

Intramolecular force

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Intermolecular force

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Electrostatic force

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Metallic force

Question 7

Which of these properties describes how a substance interacts with other substances?

Accepted Answer

Chemical reactivity

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Density

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Flammability

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Melting point

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a primary type of chemical bond?

Accepted Answer

Hydrogen bond

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Ionic bond

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Covalent bond

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Metallic bond

Question 9

Which of the following interactions is NOT a type of intermolecular force?

Accepted Answer

Covalent bonding

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Dipole-dipole interactions

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Hydrogen bonding

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London dispersion forces

Question 10

Which of the following forces is NOT an intermolecular force?

Accepted Answer

Ionic bonding

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Dipole-dipole interactions

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Hydrogen bonding

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London dispersion forces

Question 11

Which characteristic is NOT associated with covalent bonds?

Accepted Answer

Covalent bonds arise from the attraction between oppositely charged ions.

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Electrons are shared between atoms.

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Covalent bonds form between atoms with similar electronegativity.

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Covalent bonds are typically stronger than ionic bonds.

Question 12

Which concept is unique to chemistry and not found in other scientific disciplines?

Accepted Answer

Chemical Bonding

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Atomic Structure

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Periodic Trends

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Newton's Laws of Motion

Question 13

Which property is NOT a characteristic of gases?

Accepted Answer

Definite volume

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High compressibility

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Low density

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Ability to expand and fill their container

Question 14

Which subatomic particle has the smallest mass?

Accepted Answer

Electron

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Proton

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Neutron

Question 15

Identify the correct electron configuration for a fluorine atom and provide a brief explanation for your choice.

Accepted Answer

1s²2s²2p⁵

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1s²2s²2p³, 3s²3p³

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1s²2s²2p⁶3s²3p¹

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental particle found within an atom?

Accepted Answer

Molecule

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Proton

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Neutron

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Electron

Question 17

What is the fundamental concept behind resonance structures in chemistry?

Accepted Answer

Resonance structures represent the same molecule or ion with identical atomic connectivity but varying electron distributions.

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Resonance structures depict different arrangements of atoms within a molecule or ion.

Question 18

What type of chemical bond is formed between sodium and chlorine atoms in sodium chloride?

Accepted Answer

Ionic bond

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Covalent bond

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Metallic bond

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Hydrogen bond

Question 19

Which of the following is **not** a primary type of chemical bond?

Accepted Answer

Hydrogen bond

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Covalent bond

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Ionic bond

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Metallic bond

Question 20

Which of these states of matter is NOT commonly encountered in everyday life?

Accepted Answer

Plasma

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Solid

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Liquid

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Gas

Question 21

Which fundamental principle determines the identity and quantity of products formed in a chemical reaction?

Accepted Answer

Law of conservation of mass and energy

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Initial reactant concentrations

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Reaction activation energy

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Reaction temperature

Question 22

How does an element's position on the periodic table help predict its chemical properties?

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Group and period indicate chemical properties.

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Atomic number determines reactivity.

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Atomic mass determines physical properties.

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The periodic table cannot predict chemical properties.

Question 23

Which intermolecular force is the strongest?

Accepted Answer

Hydrogen bonding

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Dipole-dipole interactions

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Ion-dipole interactions

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London dispersion forces

Question 24

Which safety precautions are **crucial** in a chemistry lab?

Accepted Answer

Wear a lab coat, safety glasses, and closed-toe shoes to protect yourself from spills and heat.

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Run and shout in the lab.

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Eat or drink in the lab.

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Work alone in the lab without supervision.

Question 25

Which of the following scientists made significant contributions to the development of the periodic table?

Accepted Answer

Dmitri Mendeleev

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Albert Einstein

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Marie Curie

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Isaac Newton

Question 26

How does activation energy impact the speed of a chemical reaction?

Accepted Answer

Higher activation energy leads to a slower reaction rate.

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Lower activation energy leads to a slower reaction rate.

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Activation energy has no effect on reaction rate.

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Activation energy is constant for a specific reaction.

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental particle of an atom?

Accepted Answer

Photon

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Proton

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Neutron

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Electron

Question 28

Which type of chemical bond involves the sharing of electrons?

Accepted Answer

Covalent bond

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Ionic bond

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Metallic bond

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Hydrogen bond

Question 29

The mole is the SI unit for:

Accepted Answer

Amount of substance

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Mass

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Volume

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Concentration

Question 30

The molar mass of sodium chloride (NaCl) is:

Accepted Answer

58.5 g/mol

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23 g/mol

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35.5 g/mol

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98.5 g/mol

Question 31

How does infrared (IR) spectroscopy assist in identifying the types of functional groups present in an organic molecule?

Accepted Answer

IR spectroscopy detects the absorption of infrared radiation by the sample, revealing information about the molecule's vibrational modes.

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IR spectroscopy utilizes infrared light to excite molecules, providing data on their vibrational transitions.

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IR spectroscopy is exclusively applicable for the identification of inorganic compounds.

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IR spectroscopy cannot provide insights into molecular structure.

Question 32

Which of the following accurately describes the properties of organic compounds?

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Organic compounds form covalent bonds and have various functional groups.

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Organic compounds are typically nonpolar and insoluble in water.

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Organic compounds contain only carbon and hydrogen atoms.

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Organic compounds are always solids at room temperature.

Question 33

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a redox reaction?

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Always produces a precipitate

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Involves the transfer of electrons

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Results in a change in oxidation state

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May release or absorb energy

Question 34

What is the main ethical duty of scientists working in chemical research and development?

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To weigh the possible risks and benefits of new technologies, thinking about how they might affect society and the environment in the short and long term.

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To put their own interests first.

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To do whatever their bosses tell them to do.

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To keep their research findings secret until they can be shown to be safe.

Question 35

Among the following elements, which one exhibits the greatest electronegativity?

Accepted Answer

Fluorine

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Chlorine

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Bromine

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Iodine

Question 36

Which type of chemical bond results from the sharing of electrons between atoms?

Accepted Answer

Covalent bond

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Ionic bond

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Metallic bond

Answer

Van der Waals force

Question 37

Which of the following is classified as a strong acid?

Accepted Answer

Hydrochloric acid

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Acetic acid

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Ammonia

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Sodium hydroxide

Question 38

What is the hybridization of the carbon atom in methane (CH4)?

Accepted Answer

sp3

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sp

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sp2

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sp3d

Question 39

Identify the electron configuration that represents a stable atom:

Accepted Answer

1s²2s²2p⁶3s¹

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1s<sup>2</sup>2s<sup>3</sup>

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1s²2s²2p⁴3s²

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1s²2s²2p⁵3s¹

Question 40

Which element exhibits the greatest electronegativity?

Accepted Answer

Fluorine

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Sodium

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Chlorine

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Oxygen

Question 41

Determine the type of chemical bond formed when electrons are transferred from one atom to another:

Accepted Answer

Ionic bond

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Covalent bond

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Metallic bond

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Hydrogen bond

Question 42

Identify the property that is not characteristic of metals:

Accepted Answer

Brittleness

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High electrical conductivity

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Low melting point

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Shiny appearance

Question 43

Calculate the molar mass of calcium carbonate (CaCO₃):

Accepted Answer

152 g/mol

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56 g/mol

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100 g/mol

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200 g/mol

Question 44

Identify the reaction that represents a combustion reaction:

Accepted Answer

2H₂ + O₂ → 2H₂O

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Fe + 2HCl → FeCl₂ + H₂

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NaOH + HCl → NaCl + H₂O

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AgNO₃ + NaCl → AgCl + NaNO₃

Question 45

Which type of chemical bond involves the sharing of electrons between atoms?

Accepted Answer

Covalent bonding

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Ionic bonding

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Metallic bonding

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Hydrogen bonding

Question 46

Calculate the formula mass of sodium chloride (NaCl).

Accepted Answer

58.44 g/mol

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22.99 g/mol

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35.45 g/mol

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70.90 g/mol

Question 47

Which substance is a strong electrolyte?

Accepted Answer

Sodium chloride

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Glucose

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Water

Answer

Ethanol

Question 48

Identify the transition metal from the following options.

Accepted Answer

Iron

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Sodium

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Chlorine

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Carbon

Question 49

Determine the hybridization of the carbon atom in methane (CH₄).

Accepted Answer

sp³

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sp

Answer

sp²

Answer

sp³d

Question 50

Which spectroscopic technique is commonly used to determine the molecular structure and chemical bonding of organic compounds?

Accepted Answer

Molecular spectroscopy

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Atomic emission spectroscopy

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Mass spectrometry

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X-ray crystallography

Question 51

Which of these is NOT a primary type of chemical bond between atoms?

Accepted Answer

Hydrogen bond

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Ionic bond

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Covalent bond

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Metallic bond

Question 52

In chemical research and development, it's crucial to weigh both potential benefits and risks. Why might focusing only on potential benefits be problematic?

Accepted Answer

It could lead to overlooking potential risks.

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Ethical considerations only apply to new or controversial technologies.

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The benefits of chemical research and development always outweigh the risks.

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Ethical considerations are irrelevant in scientific progress.

Question 53

How does chemistry contribute to tackling global issues like climate change and the development of renewable energy?

Accepted Answer

Chemistry plays a crucial role in creating technologies to mitigate climate change and promote renewable energy sources.

Answer

Chemistry provides only theoretical knowledge with limited practical applications.

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Chemistry has no relevance to environmental concerns or energy production.

Question 54

Which of the following best describes the concept of resonance in chemistry?

Accepted Answer

Resonance involves multiple valid Lewis structures with similar energy levels, resulting in a hybrid structure.

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Resonance refers to the continuous switching of a single bond between single and double bond states.

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Resonance describes the movement of electrons within a molecule.

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Resonance refers to the attraction between positive and negative ions.

Question 55

Which topic is **not** included in the 'Key Concepts in Chemistry' unit?

Accepted Answer

Nuclear chemistry

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Atomic structure

Answer

Chemical bonding

Answer

Stoichiometry

Question 56

Which of the following chemical bonds originates from the electrostatic force between ions with opposite charges?

Accepted Answer

Ionic bond

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Covalent bond

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Metallic bond

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Hydrogen bond

Question 57

Predict the molecular shape of a molecule with the Lewis structure: CH₄.

Accepted Answer

Tetrahedral

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Linear

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Trigonal planar

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Bent

Question 58

Which of the following is NOT a chromatography technique?

Accepted Answer

Distillation

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Thin-layer chromatography

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Gas chromatography

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High-performance liquid chromatography

Question 59

When electrons are shared between atoms, which type of chemical bond is formed?

Accepted Answer

Covalent bond

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Hydrogen bond

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Ionic bond

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Metallic bond

Question 60

Which of the following compounds exhibits the highest boiling point?

Accepted Answer

Water (H₂O)

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Methane (CH₄)

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Hydrogen chloride (HCl)

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Ammonia (NH₃)

Question 61

Determine the pH of a solution with a hydrogen ion concentration of 1 x 10⁻⁴ M.

Accepted Answer

4

Answer

3

Answer

6

Answer

5

Question 62

Which of the following substances is considered a strong electrolyte?

Accepted Answer

Sodium chloride (NaCl)

Answer

Ammonia (NH₃)

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Glucose (C₆H₁₂O₆)

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Acetic acid (CH₃COOH)

Question 63

What is the hybridization of the carbon atom in methane (CH₄)?

Accepted Answer

sp³

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sp

Answer

sp²

Answer

dsp³

Question 64

Identify the structural isomer of butane (C₄H₁₀).

Accepted Answer

2-methylpropane

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Propene

Answer

Ethene

Answer

Pentane