Atoms and reactions module 2.1 Flashcards
define relative atomic mass
the weighted mean mass of an atom of an isotope compared with 1/12 of the mass of an atom of carbon-12.
why do different isotopes of the same element react in the same way?
because chemical reactions involve electrons which isotopes have the same number. neutrons make no difference to chemical reactivity
what is the formula to find the relative atomic mass ?
Ar=(relative isotopic mass x percentage abundance) + relative isotopic mass x percentage abundance) / 100
What is the gas equation at room temperature and pressure
n= volume/24
Define empirical formula
The simplest whole number ratio of atoms of each element in the compound
Anhydrous
Substance that contains no water molecules
Define hydrated compounds ?
The crystalline compound containing water molecules
Water of crystallisation definition
Water molecules that form n essential part of the crystalline structure of a compound
What are two types of crystals ?
Hydrated and anhydrous
What is the main difference between strong acids and weak acids ?
Strong acids are fully disossiciates whereas weak acids are partially dissociates
What do we make when we react a acid with a metal carbonate ?
Salt,carbon dioxide and water
alkalis
- give out OH- ions when dissolved in water
What do we make when a alkali reacts with a acid ?
- salt and water
What is a oxidising agent ?
Chemical they accepts electrons
What is a reducing agent ?
Chemicals that donate electrons
isotopes
atoms of the same element with different numbers of neutrons and therefore different masses
relative isotopic mass
the mass compare with 1/2th mass of carbon-12
relative isotopic mass
the mass compare with 1/2th mass of carbon-12