Science 310 midterm

Front

What type of energy is where heat rises and cold sinks?

Back

Convection

Front

Which symbol is incorrect? H - Helium, Na - Sodium, O - Oxygen, C - Carbon

Back

H - Helium is incorrect; H is Hydrogen.

Front

What are the elements and atoms of each element in the formula Na2SO4?

Back

Sodium 2, Sulfur 1, Oxygen 4

Front

Which Texas Region is affected most by Hurricanes?

Back

Gulf Coast

Front

What causes currents in the atmosphere?

Back

Warm air rising and cold air sinking.

Front

Define Convection.

Back

The transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids and gases).

Front

What is the chemical symbol for Sodium?

Back

Na

Front

What is the chemical formula for Sodium Sulfate?

Back

Na2SO4

Front

What is the primary cause of ocean currents?

Back

Wind, temperature differences, and the Earth's rotation.

Front

What is the difference between an element and a compound?

Back

An element is a pure substance made of one type of atom, while a compound is made of two or more different types of atoms chemically bonded together.