Chemistry Midterm Review 2024

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What is electronegativity?

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The ability of an atom to attract/accept electrons.

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Elements in the same ________ are more chemically similar.

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Group.

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Are metals good conductors of heat and electricity?

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True.

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What are C-12 and C-14 known as?

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Isotopes.

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What is the name of Ca₃(PO₄)₂?

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Calcium phosphate.

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What is the definition of an ion?

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

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What is the periodic table?

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A tabular arrangement of the chemical elements, organized by their atomic number, electron configuration, and recurring chemical properties.

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What is the difference between a compound and a mixture?

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A compound is a substance formed when two or more elements are chemically bonded, while a mixture is a combination of two or more substances that are not chemically bonded.

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What is the law of conservation of mass?

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In a chemical reaction, mass is neither created nor destroyed.

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What is an acid?

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A substance that donates protons (H⁺ ions) in a solution.