Chemistry Final Exam Review Pt. 1

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The particles that are found in the nucleus of an atom are ____.

Back

Protons and neutrons.

Front

Which of the following is NOT an example of matter?

Back

Heat.

Front

The study of chemicals that, in general, do not contain carbon is traditionally called what type of chemistry?

Back

Inorganic chemistry.

Front

Which of the following does NOT involve a physical change?

Back

Decomposing.

Front

The chemical symbol for iron is ____.

Back

Fe.

Front

What is the definition of matter?

Back

Anything that has mass and takes up space.

Front

What is the difference between a physical change and a chemical change?

Back

A physical change alters the form of a substance but not its chemical composition, while a chemical change results in the formation of new substances.

Front

What is the atomic number of an element?

Back

The number of protons in the nucleus of an atom.

Front

What is the significance of the periodic table?

Back

It organizes elements based on their atomic number, electron configurations, and recurring chemical properties.

Front

What is an ion?

Back

An atom or molecule that has a net electric charge due to the loss or gain of one or more electrons.