Naming Compounds, Reactions And Balancing Equations
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What is the name of Li2S?
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Lithium sulfide
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Dilithium sulfide
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Lithium (II) sulfide
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Lithium Sulfate
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Explore the fundamentals of chemical nomenclature, reactions, and equation balancing in this educational quiz designed for chemistry students.
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What is the name of Pb(SO4)2?
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Lead Sulfate
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Lead (I) sulfate
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Lead (II) sulfate
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Lead (IV) sulfate
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A. Lead (IV) sulfateExplanation
Lead (IV) sulfate is the correct answer because the compound Pb(SO4)2 contains lead (Pb) in its highest oxidation state, which is +4. The sulfate ion (SO4) has a charge of -2, so in order to balance the charges, two sulfate ions are needed for every one lead ion. Therefore, the correct name for this compound is Lead (IV) sulfate.Rate this question:
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What type of reaction is H2O2 ----> H2 + O2
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Synthesis
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Decomposition
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Single Replacement
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Double Replacement
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Combustion
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A. DecompositionExplanation
The given reaction involves a single reactant, H2O2, which breaks down into two products, H2 and O2. This type of reaction, where a compound breaks down into simpler substances, is known as decomposition.Rate this question:
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Which numbers would balance the equation below? __ H2O à__ H2 + __ O2
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1, 1, 1
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2, 1, 1
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2, 1, 2
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2, 2, 1
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What type of reaction is PbO + HCl----> H2O + PbCl2
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Synthesis
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Decomposition
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Single Replacement
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Double Replacement
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Combustion
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A. Double ReplacementExplanation
In the given reaction, PbO reacts with HCl to form H2O and PbCl2. This is a double replacement reaction because the cations (Pb2+ and H+) from the reactants switch places to form new compounds (H2O and PbCl2). Double replacement reactions involve the exchange of ions between two compounds.Rate this question:
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Which numbers would balance the equation below? ____ HBr + ____ Mg(OH)2 → ____ MgBr2 + ____ H2O
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1, 1, 1, 2
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2, 1, 1, 2
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2, 1, 2, 1
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2, 2, 1, 2
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A. 2, 1, 1, 2Explanation
The equation represents a chemical reaction between hydrobromic acid (HBr) and magnesium hydroxide (Mg(OH)2) to form magnesium bromide (MgBr2) and water (H2O). To balance the equation, the number of atoms of each element on both sides of the equation must be equal. By assigning the numbers 2, 1, 1, and 2 to HBr, Mg(OH)2, MgBr2, and H2O respectively, the equation is balanced.Rate this question:
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What is the name of P2O3?
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Phosphorus oxide
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Phosphorus (III) oxide
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Phosphorus trioxide
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Diphosphorus trioxide
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A. Diphosphorus trioxideExplanation
The correct answer is Diphosphorus trioxide because P2O3 is a compound made up of two phosphorus atoms and three oxygen atoms. The prefix "di-" indicates that there are two phosphorus atoms present, and the term "tri-" indicates that there are three oxygen atoms present. Therefore, the name "Diphosphorus trioxide" accurately describes the composition of the compound.Rate this question:
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What type of reaction is AgNO3 + Li → LiNO3 + Ag
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Synthesis
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Decomposition
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Single Replacement
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Double Replacement
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Combustion
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A. Single ReplacementExplanation
In the given reaction, AgNO3 reacts with Li to form LiNO3 and Ag. This is a single replacement reaction because one element (Li) replaces another element (Ag) in the compound (AgNO3).Rate this question:
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Which numbers would balance the equation below? ____ CoBr3 + ____ CaSO4 → ____ CaBr2 + ____ Co2(SO4)3
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2, 1, 1, 3
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2, 1, 1, 2
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2, 3, 3, 1
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2, 3, 1, 1
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What is the name of (NH4)2CO3?
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Ammonium carbonate
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Diammonium carbonate
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Ammonium (II) carbonate
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Ammonium carbontrioxide
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A. Ammonium carbonateExplanation
Ammonium carbonate is the correct answer because (NH4)2CO3 is a compound formed by the combination of the ammonium ion (NH4+) and the carbonate ion (CO3^2-). The compound is commonly known as ammonium carbonate and is used in various applications such as baking, as a smelling salt, and in the manufacturing of dyes and pigments. The other options, diammonium carbonate, ammonium (II) carbonate, and ammonium carbontrioxide, do not accurately represent the chemical formula or common name of (NH4)2CO3.Rate this question:
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What type of reaction is P4 + Br2 → PBr3
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Synthesis
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Decomposition
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Single Replacement
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Double Replacement
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Combustion
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A. SynthesisExplanation
The reaction P4 + Br2 → PBr3 is a synthesis reaction. In a synthesis reaction, two or more substances combine to form a single product. In this case, phosphorus (P4) reacts with bromine (Br2) to produce phosphorus tribromide (PBr3).Rate this question:
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What is the name of H2S (aq)?
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Sulfide acid
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Sulfur acid
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Hydrosulfuric acid
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Sulfuric acid
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A. Hydrosulfuric acidExplanation
Hydrosulfuric acid is the correct answer because H2S (aq) is the chemical formula for hydrosulfuric acid. It is a weak acid that is formed when hydrogen sulfide gas dissolves in water. It is commonly used in various industrial processes and has a distinct odor of rotten eggs. Sulfide acid, sulfur acid, and sulfuric acid are incorrect answers as they do not correspond to the correct chemical formula for H2S (aq).Rate this question:
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Which numbers would balance the equation below? NaCN + ____ CuCO3 → ____ Na2CO3 + ____ Cu(CN)2
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2, 1, 2, 1
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2, 1, 1, 2
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1, 2, 3, 1
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2, 1, 1, 1
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A. 2, 1, 1, 1Explanation
The equation is balanced when there are equal numbers of each type of atom on both sides of the equation. In this case, there are 2 sodium (Na) atoms on the left side, so there must be 2 sodium atoms on the right side. There is 1 copper (Cu) atom on the left side, so there must be 1 copper atom on the right side. There is 1 carbon (C) atom on the left side, so there must be 1 carbon atom on the right side. Finally, there is 1 nitrogen (N) atom on the left side, so there must be 1 nitrogen atom on the right side. Therefore, the numbers that balance the equation are 2, 1, 1, 1.Rate this question:
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What do all acids have in common?
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They will burn your skin if not washed off in 1 minute or less
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They will donate H+ ions to an aqueous solution
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They will donate OH- ions to an aqueous solution
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They are very dangerous
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A. They will donate H+ ions to an aqueous solutionExplanation
All acids have the common characteristic of donating H+ ions to an aqueous solution. This is what defines an acid and allows it to exhibit its acidic properties. Acids are known to increase the concentration of H+ ions in a solution, which leads to the characteristic sour taste, ability to conduct electricity, and reaction with bases to form salts and water. The other options provided in the question, such as burning the skin or donating OH- ions, are not true for all acids and do not define acids in general.Rate this question:
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What will be the products of the double replacement reaction below? HCl + AgCN →
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HAg + ClCN
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HClAgCN
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HCN + AgCl
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HC + AgN
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A. HCN + AgClExplanation
In a double replacement reaction, the positive and negative ions in the reactants switch places to form new compounds. In this reaction, the chloride ion (Cl-) from hydrochloric acid (HCl) will combine with the silver ion (Ag+) from silver cyanide (AgCN) to form silver chloride (AgCl). The remaining ions, hydrogen (H+) and cyanide (CN-), will combine to form hydrogen cyanide (HCN). Therefore, the products of the reaction will be HCN and AgCl.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is always a reactant in a combustion reaction
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Hydrocarbons
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Carbon dioxide
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Water
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Oxygen
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A. OxygenExplanation
In a combustion reaction, oxygen is always a reactant because it is required for the process of combustion to occur. Combustion is a chemical reaction that involves the rapid combination of a fuel (such as hydrocarbons) with oxygen to produce heat, light, and usually carbon dioxide and water as byproducts. Without oxygen, combustion cannot take place. Therefore, oxygen is always present as a reactant in a combustion reaction.Rate this question:
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Which of the following pairs will form a molecular bond?
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Carbon and Oxygen
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Potassium and Chlorine
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Lead and Nitrate ions
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Neon and Hydrogen
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A. Carbon and OxygenExplanation
Carbon and Oxygen will form a molecular bond because they are both nonmetals and have a difference in electronegativity. Carbon has four valence electrons and Oxygen has six valence electrons. Carbon can share two electrons with Oxygen to form a double bond, creating a stable molecule called carbon dioxide (CO2). This sharing of electrons allows both atoms to achieve a full outer electron shell, resulting in a strong molecular bond between them.Rate this question:
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Which of the following pairs will form an ionic compound?
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Carbon and sulfur
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Magnesium and fluorine
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Xenon and helium
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Potassium and hydrogen
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A. Magnesium and fluorineExplanation
Magnesium and fluorine will form an ionic compound because magnesium has a low electronegativity and tends to lose electrons, while fluorine has a high electronegativity and tends to gain electrons. This creates a transfer of electrons from magnesium to fluorine, resulting in the formation of an ionic bond.Rate this question:
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When writing a chemical equation, a catalyst can be placed above the arrow because
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It is a single element
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It increases the energy needed for the reaction to occur
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It is totally consumed by the reaction
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It is not changed from its original form when the reaction is complete
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A. It is not changed from its original form when the reaction is completeExplanation
A catalyst can be placed above the arrow in a chemical equation because it is not changed from its original form when the reaction is complete. Unlike reactants and products, which are consumed or formed during the reaction, a catalyst remains unchanged and can be reused in subsequent reactions. It facilitates the reaction by providing an alternative pathway with lower activation energy, but it is not consumed in the process. Therefore, it is represented separately above the arrow to indicate its role in the reaction without being incorporated into the overall equation.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is a polyatomic ion?
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CN-
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Mg2+
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Pb4+
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Se2-
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A. CN-Explanation
The correct answer is CN-. A polyatomic ion is a charged species that consists of two or more atoms bonded together. In this case, CN- is a polyatomic ion because it consists of a carbon atom bonded to a nitrogen atom, with an overall charge of -1. Mg2+, Pb4+, and Se2- are not polyatomic ions as they consist of only one atom with a charge.Rate this question:
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What is the name of MgF2?
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Magnesium difluoride
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Magnesium (I) fluoride
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Magnesium fluorine
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Magnesium fluoride
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A. Magnesium fluorideExplanation
The correct answer is "Magnesium fluoride". This is the correct name for the compound MgF2 according to the naming conventions for binary compounds. The name indicates that the compound consists of one magnesium atom bonded to two fluorine atoms.Rate this question:
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