Chapter 2- Chemistry Flashcards
Atomic number (Z)
Number of protons
Mass number (A)
Number of protons and neutrons
Atomic weight
Average of the mass numbers of all isotopes of an element
Isotope
Atoms with same atomic numbers but different atomic weights
Same number of protons but different number of neutrons
Dalton’s Theory
Law of conservation of mass- no detectable change in total mass occurs during chemical reaction
Law of definite proportions- diff samples of a pure compound contain same ratio of elements
Aluminum
Antiperspirants and antacids
Barium
Radio opaque
Barium enema
Calcium
Excitation and contraction of muscles Blood clotting (factor IV)
Carbon
Organic compounds
Activated charcoal to absorb toxic material
Chlorine
Disinfectant as sodium hypochlorite Clorox
Copper
Wilson’s disease
High copper accumulate in brain causing AMD
Fluorine
Strengthens teeth
Present in inhalation anesthetics
Isoflurane, enflurane
Helium
Coolant in MRI
Hydrogen
Most abundant atom
Responsible for pH
Iodine
Topical antiseptic
Required for synthesis of thyroid hormones