Chapter 6. Group Properties of Groups 1A-IIB

Question 1

An element that is used in the treatment of bipolar disorder.

Answer 1

Lithium

Question 2

An important compound of sodium that is used as antioxidant. (Tip: Na)

Answer 2

sodium metabisulfite

Question 3

Deficiency of this element would lead to paralysis.

Answer 3

potassium

Question 4

A component of the universal antidote. (Tip: Mg)

Answer 4

MgO

Question 5

This vitamin is necessary for the maximum absorption of calcium in the body.

Answer 5

Vitamin D

Question 6

Element that is present in insulin.

Answer 6

Zinc

Question 7

Toxicity of this element is manifested by Minamata disease.

Answer 7

Hg

Question 8

When calcium is subjected to flame test, what color is produced?

Answer 8

brick red

Question 9

What do we usually administer in cases of lithium toxicity?

Answer 9

NaCl (sodium chloride or “table salt”)

Question 10

This element is found in the respiratory pigment called hemocyanin, where it enhance the utilization of iron.

Answer 10

Cu