Chem chap 3

Cards (28)

  • What are the two types of changes discussed in the study material?
    Physical changes and chemical changes
  • What happens to molecules during a physical change?
    Only the arrangement of molecules changes
  • What is the balanced chemical equation for the reaction between magnesium and hydrochloric acid?
    Mg + 2HCl → MgCl₂ + H₂ + heat
  • What is electroplating?
    A process that uses electricity to coat one metal with another
  • What is the purpose of using electricity in electroplating?
    To obtain a thin coating of a particular metal on other metallic objects
  • What are endoergic and exoergic reactions?
    • Endoergic reactions: Absorb energy
    • Exoergic reactions: Liberate energy
  • What types of cells are mentioned in the study material?
    • Dry cell
    • Mercury cell
    • Nickel-cadmium cell
    • Lithium ion cell
  • What are some uses of the different types of cells mentioned?
    They are used in radios, cameras, toys, and mobile phones
  • What is the function of a dry cell?
    It is used in portable electronic devices like radios and torches
  • What is the function of a lithium ion cell?
    It is used in mobile phones and laptops
  • What is the role of acids in fruit cells?
    They react with metals to produce electricity
  • How do chemical reactions relate to energy changes?
    They involve the absorption or liberation of energy
  • What types of energy changes are involved in the chemical reactions discussed?
    • Heat energy
    • Light energy
    • Electrical energy
  • What are cells used for in terms of energy?
    Cells are widely used sources of electrical energy.
  • How is electricity produced in cells?
    Electricity is produced in cells through chemical reactions.
  • What are some common types of cells and their uses?
    • Dry cell: Radios, torches
    • Mercury cell: Cameras, clocks
    • Nickel-cadmium cell: Rechargeable torches, cameras
    • Lithium ion cell: Mobile phones, laptops
  • What is the chemical formula for sodium?
    The chemical formula for sodium is Na.
  • What happens to cells after their use?
    Cells need to be disposed of properly after their use.
  • Which types of cells can be recharged?
    Nickel-cadmium cells and lithium ion cells can be recharged.
  • What is the purpose of the silver rod and iron ring in the electroplating process?
    The silver rod and iron ring are used to coat the iron ring with a thin layer of silver metal.
  • What solution is used to coat copper in the electroplating process?
    Copper sulfate solution is used to coat copper.
  • What are endoergic and exoergic reactions?
    • Endoergic reactions: Absorb energy
    • Exoergic reactions: Liberate energy
  • What is an example of a chemical reaction that liberates heat energy?
    The reaction between magnesium and hydrochloric acid liberates heat energy.
  • What type of reaction is the neutralization reaction between sodium hydroxide and hydrochloric acid?
    The neutralization reaction is an exothermic reaction that liberates heat.
  • What are the differences between physical and chemical changes?
    • Physical change: Only a change in the arrangement of molecules occurs.
    • Chemical change: New molecules are formed.
  • What happens when you connect a copper rod and a zinc strip to an LED using a conducting wire?
    The LED glows due to the reaction of acids in the lemon with the metals.
  • What are electrochemical reactions?
    • Reactions in which electrical energy is consumed or produced.
  • What is electroplating?
    Electroplating is the process of obtaining a thin coating of a particular metal on other metallic objects using electricity.