Chemistry Section 3


  • Pumping water uphill is a non-spontaneous process.
  • A state function can include pressure, temperature, and enthalpy.
  • Enthalpy of a reaction can be measured using a glass calorimeter.
  • Thermodynamic parameters are state functions.
  • Energy transfer occurs through heat and work.
  • Enthalpy change can be calculated using Hess’s law or measured by a calorimeter.
  • Accurate measurement of enthalpy of combustion is achieved with a bomb calorimeter.
  • An exothermic reaction results when enthalpy of products is lower than reactants.
  • State functions depend on the initial and final states of a system.
  • CuSO4 + Zn → ZnSO4 + Cu is a spontaneous reaction.
  • The total energy of a system includes potential and kinetic energy.
  • The SI unit of heat is joule (J).
  • Thermochemistry involves studying the energy of a chemical system.
  • Iodine (I2) has the strongest intermolecular forces of attraction.
  • During a solid-to-liquid transition, the kinetic energy of molecules decreases.
  • The boiling point of water at 110°C corresponds to a pressure between 760 torr and 1200 torr.
  • The vapor pressure of water at 100°C is 760 mm Hg.
  • Liquid crystal was discovered by Fredrack Reinitzer.
  • Hydrogen bonding is involved in solubility, detergent action, and biological molecules.
  • Intermolecular forces present between atoms and molecules are van der Waals forces.
  • The molar heat of vaporization is the heat required to convert one mole of liquid to vapor at its boiling point.
  • Water has its maximum density at 4°C.
  • Evaporation involves the formation of vapors from a liquid’s surface.
  • Dipole-dipole forces result from the attraction between partial positive and partial negative ends of molecules.
  • Vapour pressure is not affected by surface area.
  • Table salt (NaCl) crystallizes with a body-centered cubic lattice.
  • Condensation is the process where empty spaces between particles become minimum.
  • Diethyl ether has the highest volatility among the given substances.
  • Providing a high amount of heat to a liquid at its boiling point does not change the boiling point.
  • Solids can be made up of atoms, ions, or molecules.
  • Amorphous substances lack definite heat of fusion, sharp melting points, and definite geometry.
  • Hydrocarbons’ boiling points increase with more carbon atoms due to stronger London forces.
  • Substances that exist in multiple crystalline forms are called polymorphs.
  • Bucky balls are an allotropic form of carbon.
  • Isomorphic substances have different physical and chemical properties.
  • The pressure during the molar heat of fusion is kept at one atmosphere.
  • Enthalpy changes can be either negative or positive.
  • Sodium chloride (NaCl) has the strongest bonding in the solid state.
  • ABAB arrangement of layers corresponds to a hexagonal lattice.
  • Evaporation is continuous, exothermic, and causes cooling.
  • Diethyl ether does not show hydrogen bonding.
  • Graphite is a conductor but not malleable.
  • The density of water is greater than that of ice.
  • Steam causes more severe burns than boiling water due to its latent heat of vaporization.
  • The conversion of vapors back into their liquid state is called condensation.
  • The density of ice decreases due to empty spaces present in its structure.
  • Boiling points increase down the zero group element due to increased London forces.
  • Rising of a wetting liquid in a capillary tube is due to adhesive forces.
  • The number of formula units in 29.25g of common salt is 3.01 x 10^23.
  • Liquids take the shape of the container they are poured into due to the ability of liquid molecules to slide over each other.
  • The molar heat of vaporization of water is 40.7 kJ/mol.
  • Amorphous solids lack a definite geometry and have no sharp melting points.
  • Malleable solids can be converted into thin sheets.
  • Crystalline solids can be identified by their sharp melting points.
  • Solids have infinite viscosity.
  • Crystalline solids have a well-defined geometric structure.
  • Electron configuration of copper (Cu) is [Ar]3d104s1.
  • Alpha particles cause flash on a ZnS screen in a gas discharge tube.
  • Enthalpy changes during processes at constant pressure are called enthalpy changes.
  • Bohr’s planetary model of the atom had a defect where electrons radiate energy continuously in a given orbit.
  • The magnetic quantum number (m) depends on the azimuthal quantum number (l).
  • The maximum number of electrons in a subshell with azimuthal quantum number (l) = 3 is 14.
  • When an atom absorbs energy, lines in the spectrum appear darker.
  • Cathode rays cannot ionize substances.
  • Rutherford’s planet-like atomic structure was defective due to continuous spectrum and unexplained electron behavior.
  • Zeeman effect refers to the splitting of spectral lines when atoms are subjected to a strong magnetic field.
  • When electrons jump down to the 5th orbit, the Pfund series is produced in the hydrogen spectrum.
  • Sommerfeld modified Bohr’s model, introducing elliptical orbits.
  • Perrin studied the angle of deflection in positive rays.
  • Positive rays produce a flash on a ZnS screen.
  • The electron’s e/m ratio is approximately 1.7588 x 10^11 C/kg.
  • Plank’s quantum theory explains energy emission in a discontinuous manner.
  • The second orbit is 4 times away from the nucleus compared to the first orbit.
  • The electronic configuration of potassium (K) is [Ar]4s1.
  • J. Thomson proposed the existence of electrons and cathode rays.
  • Rise of a wetting liquid in a capillary tube is due to adhesive forces.
  • The magnetic quantum number (m) determines the orientation of atomic orbitals in space.
  • The region around the nucleus with the highest probability of finding an electron is called an orbital.
  • Electronic configuration of carbon-12 atom involves 18 fundamental particles.
  • The atomic orbits having the same energy level are referred to as degenerate orbitals.
  • Different wavelengths of light result in the appearance of a spectrum.
  • The Lyman series is produced when electrons transition to the first orbit.
  • The S character in the hybridization of orbital decreases with an increase in s-character.
  • The Heisenberg uncertainty principle states that it is impossible to know both the exact position and momentum of an electron simultaneously.
  • The Pauli exclusion principle states that no two electrons in an atom can have the same set of four quantum numbers.
  • Orbitals are regions around the nucleus where electrons are likely to be found.
  • The Aufbau principle states that electrons fill the lowest energy orbitals first before moving to higher energy orbitals.
  • The 4d orbital is of higher energy than the 5s orbital.
  • Electrons in the same orbital must have opposite spins.
  • The atomic number of an element is determined by the number of protons in its nucleus.
  • The 3p orbital has a higher energy than the 4s orbital.
  • A cation forms when an atom loses electrons, leading to a net positive charge.
  • Hund’s rule states that electrons fill degenerate orbitals singly before pairing up.
  • The period number in the periodic table indicates the highest energy level that is being filled with electrons.
  • Isotopes of an element have the same number of protons but a different number of neutrons.
  • The atomic radius generally decreases as you move from left to right across a period in the periodic table.
  • Electron affinity is the energy change that occurs when an electron is added to a neutral atom to form a negative ion.
  • Noble gases are known for their low reactivity due to their stable electron configurations.
  • Ionic radii of cations are smaller than the corresponding neutral atoms, while anions are larger.
  • The electronegativity of elements tends to increase as you move from left to right across a period and decrease as you move down a group in the periodic table.
  • Metals generally have low ionization energies, making them more likely to lose electrons and form cations.
  • The alkali metals are located in Group 1 of the periodic table and have a tendency to lose one electron to form a +1 cation.
  • Transition metals are known for their variable oxidation states and often form colorful compounds.
  • Group 17 elements are known as halogens and readily gain one electron to form a -1 anion.
  • The alkali earth metals are located in Group 2 of the periodic table and have a tendency to lose two electrons to form cations with a +2 charge.
  • Metals are generally good conductors of heat and electricity due to their delocalized electrons.
  • The periodic table is organized based on the increasing atomic number of elements.
  • The Lanthanides and Actinides are located in the f-block of the periodic table and have electron configurations that fill the 4f and 5f orbitals, respectively.
  • The d-block elements are known for their variable oxidation states and are often used as catalysts in chemical reactions.
  • The representative elements (main group elements) in the periodic table include Groups 1, 2, and 13-18.
  • The noble gases are chemically inert due to their stable electron configurations, particularly the filled outer p orbitals.
  • The element with the atomic number 92 is uranium (U), a radioactive metal used as fuel in nuclear reactors.
  • The halogens are highly reactive nonmetals that readily form compounds with metals.
  • The element carbon (C) is unique in its ability to form a vast number of compounds due to its tetravalency and bonding versatility.
  • The element hydrogen (H) is the lightest and most abundant element in the universe, often forming diatomic molecules (H2).
  • Neon (Ne) is a noble gas located in Group 18 of the periodic table, known for its use in neon lights due to its distinctive red-orange glow.
  • Oxygen (O) is essential for life and is a key component of water (H2O) and many organic compounds.
  • The element nitrogen (N) makes up a significant portion of Earth’s atmosphere and is a crucial component of amino acids and proteins.
  • Sodium (Na) is an alkali metal that reacts vigorously with water to produce hydrogen gas and a basic solution.
  • The element chlorine (Cl) is a halogen known for its strong disinfectant properties and its use in purifying water.
  • Mercury (Hg) is the only metal that is liquid at room temperature and is often used in thermometers and barometers.
  • Copper (Cu) is a versatile metal with excellent electrical conductivity, often used in electrical wiring and plumbing.
  • Gold (Au) has been highly valued for its rarity and beauty throughout history and is often used in jewelry and currency.
  • Silicon (Si) is a semiconductor that is a key component of modern electronics, used in computer chips and solar cells.
  • Aluminum (Al) is a lightweight metal used in a wide range of applications, from packaging and transportation to construction.
  • Iron (Fe) is a crucial element in the formation of hemoglobin, the protein responsible for transporting oxygen in red blood cells.
  • The element uranium (U) is notable for its use in nuclear power generation and its role in nuclear weapons.
  • Hydrogen (H) has isotopes like deuterium and tritium, with applications in nuclear fusion and heavy water production.
  • The element helium (He) is lighter than air and is often used to fill balloons and airships.
  • Carbon (C) has several allotropes, including diamond and graphite, with varying properties and uses.
  • The element phosphorus (P) is essential for life and is a key component of DNA, RNA, and ATP.
  • Sulfur (S) is used in the production of sulfuric acid and is a key element in many amino acids and proteins.
  • Calcium (Ca) is an alkaline earth metal that is important for bone and teeth health, as well as nerve and muscle function.
  • Potassium (K) is an essential element for plant and animal cells, playing a role in nerve transmission and fluid balance.
  • The element iodine (I) is used in the production of thyroid hormones and is often added to table salt to prevent iodine deficiency.
  • The element magnesium (Mg) is an alkaline earth metal that is involved in many biochemical reactions in the body and is used in various industrial applications.
  • Nickel (Ni) is often used in alloys to provide corrosion resistance and heat resistance.
  • Titanium (Ti) is a lightweight and strong metal that is used in aerospace applications, medical implants, and sports equipment.
  • The element chromium (Cr) is known for its ability to form a protective oxide layer, making it useful in stainless steel and other corrosion-resistant materials.
  • Zinc (Zn) is often used as a coating to protect iron and steel from corrosion, and it is also essential for the functioning of enzymes in the body.
  • Silver (Ag) has excellent conductivity and is used in electronics, photography, and various medical applications.
  • Fluorine (F) is the most reactive nonmetal and is used in toothpaste and water fluoridation to prevent tooth decay.
  • The element bromine (Br) is the only nonmetallic element that is liquid at room temperature and is used in flame retardants and certain medical treatments.

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