Unit Test — Cumulative exam Answers

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Which type of reaction is always spontaneous?

A
an exothermic reaction that has an increase in disorder
B
an exothermic reaction that has a decrease in disorder
C
an endothermic reaction that has an increase in disorder
D
an endothermic reaction that has a decrease in disorder
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A weak base is added to water. Which information is required to find the strength of its conjugate acid?

A
the value of Kb and the concentration of the weak base
B
the value of Kw only
C
the values of Kb and Kw
D
the values of and Kw and the concentration of the weak base
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Given that Cu(s) + 2HCI(aq) Cu2+(aq) + 2CI–(aq) + H2(g) has an overall reduction potential of –0.34 V, what is a valid prediction about how this reaction works?

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A
The reaction is not spontaneous and will require energy to proceed.
B
The reverse reaction would require energy input in order to occur.
C
The half reactions would both occur spontaneously.
D
The reaction is not spontaneous, and it is impossible to make it occur.
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A gas has a temperature of 273.15 K and a pressure of 101.325 kPa. What can be concluded about the gas?

A
It has reached standard temperature and pressure.
B
The pressure needs to be increased to reach the standard pressure.
C
The temperature needs to be increased to reach the standard temperature.
D
Both the temperature and pressure need to be lowered to reach STP.
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Which issue poses the greatest long-term challenge in the development of new nuclear power plants?

A
controlling carbon dioxide emissions
B
storage of radioactive waste
C
controlling fission reactions
D
mining of uranium

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