Descriptive Chemistry

Description: This quiz covers various aspects of descriptive chemistry, including the properties, reactions, and applications of different elements and compounds.
Number of Questions: 15
Created by:
Tags: descriptive chemistry elements compounds properties reactions applications
Attempted 0/15 Correct 0 Score 0

Which of the following elements is the most abundant in the Earth's crust?

  1. Oxygen

  2. Silicon

  3. Aluminum

  4. Iron


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Oxygen is the most abundant element in the Earth's crust, comprising about 46.6% by mass.

What is the chemical symbol for gold?

  1. Au

  2. Ag

  3. Cu

  4. Fe


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The chemical symbol for gold is Au, which is derived from the Latin word 'aurum'.

Which of the following compounds is commonly known as baking soda?

  1. Sodium bicarbonate

  2. Sodium chloride

  3. Sodium hydroxide

  4. Sodium sulfate


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sodium bicarbonate, also known as baking soda, is a white, crystalline compound with the formula NaHCO3.

What is the chemical formula for sulfuric acid?

  1. H2SO4

  2. HNO3

  3. HCl

  4. HBr


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sulfuric acid has the chemical formula H2SO4 and is a strong, corrosive acid.

Which of the following elements is a noble gas?

  1. Helium

  2. Neon

  3. Argon

  4. Krypton


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Helium, neon, argon, and krypton are all noble gases, which are characterized by their low reactivity and tendency to form stable compounds.

What is the name of the compound with the formula NaCl?

  1. Sodium chloride

  2. Potassium chloride

  3. Calcium chloride

  4. Magnesium chloride


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sodium chloride, also known as common salt, is a white, crystalline compound with the formula NaCl.

Which of the following elements is a transition metal?

  1. Iron

  2. Copper

  3. Zinc

  4. Nickel


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Iron, copper, zinc, and nickel are all transition metals, which are characterized by their ability to form variable oxidation states and exhibit catalytic properties.

What is the chemical formula for water?

  1. H2O

  2. CO2

  3. CH4

  4. NH3


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Water has the chemical formula H2O and is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless liquid.

Which of the following compounds is commonly known as laughing gas?

  1. Nitrous oxide

  2. Carbon dioxide

  3. Helium

  4. Oxygen


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas, is a colorless, non-flammable gas with the formula N2O.

What is the name of the element with the atomic number 11?

  1. Sodium

  2. Potassium

  3. Copper

  4. Silver


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The element with the atomic number 11 is sodium, which has the chemical symbol Na.

Which of the following compounds is commonly used as a fertilizer?

  1. Ammonium nitrate

  2. Potassium chloride

  3. Calcium phosphate

  4. Urea


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Ammonium nitrate, potassium chloride, calcium phosphate, and urea are all commonly used as fertilizers to provide essential nutrients for plant growth.

What is the chemical formula for carbon dioxide?

  1. CO2

  2. CH4

  3. N2O

  4. SO2


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Carbon dioxide has the chemical formula CO2 and is a colorless, odorless, and non-flammable gas.

Which of the following elements is a halogen?

  1. Fluorine

  2. Chlorine

  3. Bromine

  4. Iodine


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Fluorine, chlorine, bromine, and iodine are all halogens, which are characterized by their high reactivity and tendency to form salts with metals.

What is the name of the compound with the formula CH4?

  1. Methane

  2. Ethane

  3. Propane

  4. Butane


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Methane has the chemical formula CH4 and is the simplest hydrocarbon, consisting of one carbon atom and four hydrogen atoms.

Which of the following compounds is commonly known as dry ice?

  1. Solid carbon dioxide

  2. Solid water

  3. Solid nitrogen

  4. Solid oxygen


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Solid carbon dioxide is commonly known as dry ice and is used as a refrigerant and in various industrial applications.

- Hide questions