Chemistry Flashcards
Is magnesium phospide an ionic compound
True
How many atoms is a polyatomic ion composed of?
2 or more
What ingredient is used in making mortar and plaster for construction?
Calcium Hydroxide
An ionic compound is composed of atoms with what charge?
Different charges: metals and non-metals
One electron is transferred from one sodium atom to one chlorine atom to form sodium chloride?
True
What is a reactant?
A reactant is a pure substance that is formed in a chemical change.
Salt (sodium chloride) is a covalent compound.
False
Name all the diatomic molecules.
H O F Br I N Cl
When carbon dioxide is formed, how many shared pairs of electrons are present?
4
What type of compound results from the reaction of carbon with sulfur?
Covalent
What type of compound would result from the reaction of cesium and fluroide?
Ionic
Write a word equation for the reaction of hydrogen with oxygen to produce water.
Hydrogen gas + Oxygen –> Water
Does acids have have a pH larger or less than 7.
Acids have a pH LESS than 7
What taste does acids have?
Sour
What feeling does bases have?
Slippery