Lab: Measuring pH — Cumulative exam Answers

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An ice cube is dropped into a glass of milk at 20°C. Which statement explains the transfer of kinetic energy (KE)?

A
Because milk has higher KE than ice, KE is transferred from the milk to the molecules of ice.
B
Because milk has higher KE than ice, KE is transferred from the molecules of ice to the milk.
C
Because ice has higher KE than milk, KE is transferred from the milk to the molecules of ice.
D
Because ice has higher KE than milk, KE is transferred from the molecules of ice to the milk.
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What is a three-dimensional structure that represents the alternating pattern of particles in a crystal?

A
a polyatomic ion
B
a crystal lattice
C
a covalent bond
D
a formula unit
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Who reported four “element” classifications, but included some substances that were combinations of elements rather than true elements in his listing?

A
Henry Moseley
B
Dmitri Mendeleev
C
Antoine Lavoisier
D
Johann Dobereiner
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Which is an example of a nonaqueous solution?

A
gasoline
B
fog
C
mayonnaise
D
fruit juice
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Which characteristic best identifies an Arrhenius base?

A
It must donate electrons to form a covalent bond.
B
It must accept protons from an acid.
C
It must generate hydroxide ions in water.
D
It must form a conjugate acid after reacting.
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Which factor influences both solubility and the rate of dissolution?

A
pressure
B
temperature
C
particle size
D
nature of solvent
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How does an increase in reactant concentration affect the rate of reaction?

A
It leads to more frequent collisions, which increase reaction rate.
B
It leads to less frequent collisions, which increase reaction rate.
C
It leads to more frequent collisions, which decrease reaction rate.
D
It leads to less frequent collisions, which decrease reaction rate.
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Which statement best explains the change that occurs when gas particles move more slowly?

A
The temperature increases because the average kinetic energy decreases.
B
The temperature increases because the average kinetic energy increases.
C
The temperature decreases because the average kinetic energy decreases.
D
The temperature decreases because the average kinetic energy increases.
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A book is falling from the top shelf of a bookcase. Which statement correctly describes the change in the energy of the book?

A
The potential energy and kinetic energy remain the same.
B
The potential energy decreases as kinetic energy increases.
C
The kinetic energy decreases as potential energy increases.
D
The kinetic energy remains at zero, but potential energy increases.
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Which best describes why NH4+ can form an ionic bond with Cl–?

A
Its outermost shell gains one or more electrons from Cl–.
B
Its positive charge is attracted to the negative charge of Cl–.
C
It has a negative charge that is spread over the entire ion.
D
It has a nitrogen atom that is strongly attracted to Cl–.
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Consider the following intermediate chemical equations.What is the enthalpy of the overall chemical reaction ?

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A
-4,580 kJ
B
-1,300 kJ
C
1,300 kJ
D
4,580 kJ
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Four different solutions (I, II, III, and IV) are labeled on the pH scale below.Why would solution IV be considered the most concentrated base out of the four substances?

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A
It has the highest concentration of hydrogen ions.
B
It has the highest concentration of hydronium ions.
C
It has the highest concentration of oxide ions.
D
It has the highest concentration of hydroxide ions.
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Which statement accurately describes part of the dissolving process of a polar solute in water?

A
Solute molecules repel water molecules.
B
Water molecules surround solute molecules.
C
Water molecules are strongly attracted to nonpolar substances.
D
Solute molecules remain concentrated in one part of the solvent.
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Which defines the average kinetic energy of a system’s particles?

A
density
B
pressure
C
temperature
D
volume
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What is the predicted order of first ionization energies from highest to lowest for lithium (Li), sodium (Na), potassium (K), and rubidium (Rb)?

A
Rb > K > Na > Li
B
K > Rb > Na > Li
C
Li > Na > K > Rb
D
Rb > K > Li > Na
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What is the Arrhenius definition of a base?

A
A substance that increases H3O+ concentration when it is dissolved in water.
B
A substance that increases OH– concentration when it is dissolved in water.
C
A compound that donates protons.
D
A compound that accepts protons.
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Digby wants to determine how many calories are in his bag of chips. Which calorimeter should he use?

A
coffee cup calorimeter
B
bomb calorimeter
C
He could use both types of calorimeters.
D
He cannot use either.
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Which element would most likely have chemical properties similar to that of magnesium (Mg)?

A
Ar
B
Ca
C
F
D
Ni
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Which shows the electron configuration for Silicon (Si)?

A
[Ar]4s23d104p4
B
[Ar]3d14s2
C
[Ne]3s23p4
D
[Ne]3s23p2
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A solution contains 90 mL of methanol, 18 mL of propanol, and 2 mL of diethyl ether. Which is the solvent in this solution?

A
methanol
B
propanol
C
diethyl ether
D
water

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