2 c Gases in the atmosphere Flashcards
2.9 - 2.14
What are the main gases in the air
-Nitrogen
-Oxygen
-Argon
-Carbon dioxide
Boiling points of Nitrogen and carbon dioxide
- -196
- -78
Percentage of nitrogen in the air
78%
Percentage of oxygen in the air
21%
Percentage of argon in the air
1%
Percentage of carbon dioxide in the air
0.04
What is thermal decomposition
Breaking down a substance using heat
Explain the effect of carbon dioxide on the environment
Greenhouse gas -> global warming -> sea level rise -> floods -> loss of biodiversity
Are metal oxides acidic or alkaline
Alkaline
Are non-metal oxides acidic or alkaline
Acidic
Reaction of oxygen with sodium or magnesium product
White solid
Reaction of oxygen with iron or copper product
Black solid
Reaction of oxygen with carbon or sulfur product
Colourless gas
Reaction of oxygen with hydrogen product
Water