Chemistry Fall Final Exam Review

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What is ionization energy?

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Ionization energy is the energy required to remove an electron from an atom or ion in its gaseous state.

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Which element has the greatest ionization energy: Potassium, Calcium, Iron, or Selenium?

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Selenium has the greatest ionization energy among these elements.

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What type of chemical reaction is represented by the equation CUO + CO2 → CuCO3?

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This is a synthesis reaction, where two or more reactants combine to form a single product.

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What is the difference between a covalent bond and an ionic bond?

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Ionic bonds involve a metal and a nonmetal, while covalent bonds involve only nonmetals.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process of a liquid turning into a gas.

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Which subatomic particle was discovered by Thomson?

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Electrons were discovered by J.J. Thomson.

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What is a covalent bond?

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A covalent bond is a chemical bond formed by the sharing of electrons between two nonmetal atoms.

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a chemical bond formed through the transfer of electrons from one atom to another, typically between a metal and a nonmetal.

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What is a decomposition reaction?

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A decomposition reaction is a type of chemical reaction where a single compound breaks down into two or more simpler products.

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What is a combustion reaction?

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A combustion reaction is a chemical reaction that occurs when a substance combines with oxygen, releasing energy in the form of light or heat.