Basic Chemistry Quiz: Test Your Knowledge On Chemistry

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    What is the chemical abbreviation for water?

    • K
    • NaCl
    • CO2
    • H2O
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  • 2. 

    Kelvin, Celsius and Fahrenheit are measurements of what?

    • Temperature

    • Length

    • Time

    • Mass

    Correct Answer
    A. Temperature
    Explanation
    Kelvin, Celsius, and Fahrenheit are measurements of temperature. They are three different scales used to quantify the degree of hotness or coldness of an object or environment.

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  • 3. 

    What chemical element has the symbol "N" and atomic number 7?

    • Nitrogen

    • Strontium

    • Niacin

    • Naphtha

    Correct Answer
    A. Nitrogen
    Explanation
    Nitrogen is a chemical element represented by the symbol "N" on the periodic table. It is the seventh element in the periodic table. Nitrogen is a non-metal and constitutes about 78% of Earth's atmosphere by volume. It exists in various forms, including diatomic molecules (N2), which make up the majority of the atmosphere. Nitrogen is crucial for life as it is a key component of proteins, nucleic acids (DNA and RNA), and other essential biological molecules.

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  • 4. 

    Which substance in a cigarette is addictive?

    • Microfiber

    • Dopamine

    • Phenols

    • Nicotine

    Correct Answer
    A. Nicotine
    Explanation
    The substance in cigarettes that is addictive is nicotine. Nicotine is a stimulant drug found in tobacco products, including cigarettes, cigars, and smokeless tobacco. It is highly addictive, leading to dependence among regular users. Nicotine addiction is a significant factor contributing to the difficulty many people face when trying to quit smoking.

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  • 5. 

    The process of turning used products into new products is known as what?

    • Manufacturing

    • Regurgitating

    • Landfilling

    • Recycling

    Correct Answer
    A. Recycling
    Explanation
    The process of turning used products into new products is known as "recycling." Recycling involves collecting, sorting, processing, and reusing materials that would otherwise be discarded as waste. This process helps to conserve natural resources, reduce energy consumption, and minimize pollution by decreasing the need for raw materials and the production of new goods.

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  • 6. 

    In the kitchen, what tearful event does the release of propane thiol S-oxide happen during?

    • Cutting An Onion

    • Steeping A Tea Bag

    • Baking A Turkey

    • Scaling A Fish

    Correct Answer
    A. Cutting An Onion
    Explanation
    The release of propane thiol S-oxide occurs during the cutting or chopping of onions. This compound is responsible for stimulating tear production in the eyes, leading to the well-known phenomenon of tearing up while preparing onions in the kitchen.

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  • 7. 

    Who were the precursors to modern chemists interested in turning metals into gold or finding the Elixir of Life?

    • Alchemists

    • Astronomers

    • Diviners

    • Scribes

    Correct Answer
    A. Alchemists
    Explanation
    The precursors to modern chemists who were interested in turning metals into gold or finding the Elixir of Life were known as alchemists. Alchemy was an ancient philosophical and proto-scientific tradition that aimed to transform base metals into noble metals like gold, discover a universal panacea or the "Elixir of Life" that could cure diseases and grant immortality, and understand the nature of the universe and human existence.

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  • 8. 

    What temperature scale puts the freezing point of water at zero degrees?

    • Pascalian

    • Celsius

    • Fahrenheit

    • Kelvin

    Correct Answer
    A. Celsius
    Explanation
    The temperature scale that puts the freezing point of water at zero degrees is the Celsius scale, also known as the Centigrade scale. On the Celsius scale, the freezing point of water is defined as 0°C, while the boiling point of water is defined as 100°C at standard atmospheric pressure.

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  • 9. 

    Chemistry uses what system of measurement, with units based on multiples of ten?

    • British System

    • Metric System

    • Natural System

    • Troy System

    Correct Answer
    A. Metric System
    Explanation
    The metric system is a decimal-based system of measurement that is widely used in the field of chemistry, as well as in other scientific disciplines and everyday life. In the metric system, units are based on multiples of ten, which makes conversions between different units straightforward and convenient.

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  • 10. 

    What gas puts bubbles in soda?

    • Hydrogen

    • Carbon Dioxide

    • Carbon Monoxide

    • Nitrogen

    Correct Answer
    A. Carbon Dioxide
    Explanation
    The gas that puts bubbles in soda is carbon dioxide (CO2). It dissolves in the liquid under pressure and forms carbonic acid, creating the characteristic fizz or effervescence when the pressure is released upon opening the soda bottle or can.

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  • 11. 

    What word describes something that contains no iron?

    • Nonferrous

    • Igneous

    • Plasticene

    • Polycarbonate

    Correct Answer
    A. Nonferrous
    Explanation
    The word that describes something that contains no iron is "nonferrous." This term is commonly used in metallurgy to refer to metals or alloys that do not contain iron. Examples of nonferrous metals include copper, aluminum, lead, zinc, and titanium.

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  • 12. 

    In chemistry, what is the metric system measure of mass?

    • Ampere

    • Kelvin

    • Mole

    • Gram

    Correct Answer
    A. Gram
    Explanation
    In chemistry, the metric system measure of mass is the gram (g). The gram is the base unit for mass in the metric system, with prefixes such as milligrams (mg), micrograms (μg), kilograms (kg), and metric tons (t) used to represent smaller or larger masses.

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  • 13. 

    What stage of the scientific method tests a hypothesis?

    • Experimentation

    • Characterization

    • Observation

    • Conclusion

    Correct Answer
    A. Experimentation
    Explanation
    The stage of the scientific method that tests a hypothesis is the experimentation stage. This is where scientists design and conduct experiments or observations to gather data and evidence that either supports or refutes their hypothesis. The results of these experiments help to draw conclusions and refine the hypothesis further.

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  • 14. 

    An atom is the smallest possible unit of what?

    • A Cell

    • A Proton

    • A Compound

    • An Element

    Correct Answer
    A. An Element
    Explanation
    An atom is the smallest fundamental unit of an element that retains the chemical properties of that element. Atoms consist of a nucleus composed of protons and neutrons, surrounded by a cloud of electrons. Protons have a positive charge, neutrons have no charge (they are neutral), and electrons have a negative charge. The number of protons in the nucleus determines the element's atomic number, which uniquely identifies the element.

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  • 15. 

    What scale rates petrol against a known mixture of iso-octane and heptane?

    • Octane

    • Neuron

    • Beaufort

    • Richter

    Correct Answer
    A. Octane
    Explanation
    The scale that rates petrol (gasoline) against a known mixture of iso-octane and heptane is called the octane rating scale. This scale measures the fuel's resistance to knocking or premature ignition in an engine. A higher octane rating indicates that the fuel is more resistant to knocking, which is desirable in high-performance or high-compression engines.

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