Chemistry Chapter One And Three

Question 1

What are the three primary states of matter?

Answer 1

Solid, liquid, gas

Question 2

True or False: Plasma is considered a state of matter.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: A ________ has a definite shape and volume.

Answer 3

solid

Question 4

Which state of matter has a definite volume but no definite shape?

Answer 4

Liquid

Question 5

What is the term for a substance that can exist in multiple states of matter?

Answer 5

Phase

Question 6

True or False: Gases have a definite shape and volume.

Answer 6

False

Question 7

What is the process called when a solid turns directly into a gas?

Answer 7

Sublimation

Question 8

What happens to the particles in a substance when it is heated?

Answer 8

They gain energy and move faster.

Question 9

What is an alloy?

Answer 9

A mixture of two or more metals.

Question 10

Which of the following is an example of an alloy: Brass, Iron, or Aluminum?

Answer 10

Brass

Question 11

True or False: Alloys usually have properties that are superior to their component metals.

Answer 11

True

Question 12

What is the primary metal in stainless steel?

Answer 12

Iron

Question 13

Fill in the blank: The process of mixing metals to create an alloy is called ________.

Answer 13

Alloying

Question 14

What state of matter is characterized by particles that are far apart and move freely?

Answer 14

Gas

Question 15

In which state of matter do particles vibrate but do not move freely?

Answer 15

Solid

Question 16

What is the term for the change of state from liquid to solid?

Answer 16

Freezing

Question 17

What is the primary benefit of using alloys in construction?

Answer 17

Strength and durability

Question 18

Which state of matter is most commonly found in the universe?

Answer 18

Plasma

Question 19

True or False: Metals are usually good conductors of electricity.

Answer 19

True

Question 20

What is the effect of pressure on the state of matter?

Answer 20

Increased pressure can force a gas into a liquid state.

Question 21

Fill in the blank: The process of a liquid turning into gas is called ________.

Answer 21

Vaporization

Question 22

What is the main characteristic of a non-metal as opposed to a metal?

Answer 22

Non-metals are usually poor conductors of heat and electricity.

Question 23

What is an example of a metal that is liquid at room temperature?

Answer 23

Mercury

Question 24

True or False: All metals are ductile.

Answer 24

False

Question 25

What is the term for a metal’s ability to be stretched into a wire?

Answer 25

Ductility

Question 26

Which metal is known for its corrosion resistance and is used in marine applications?

Answer 26

Titanium

Question 27

Fill in the blank: The state of matter that has no fixed volume and takes the shape of its container is ________.

Answer 27

Gas

Question 28

What is the primary characteristic that differentiates metals from non-metals?

Answer 28

Metals are typically malleable and conductive.

Question 29

What is the term for the transition from gas to liquid?

Answer 29

Condensation

Question 30

What are the two main categories of metals?

Answer 30

Ferrous and non-ferrous

Question 31

True or False: Alloys can be made from both metals and non-metals.

Answer 31

False

Question 32

What is the primary use of aluminum alloys?

Answer 32

Lightweight construction materials

Question 33

Fill in the blank: The state of matter that has a fixed shape and volume is ________.

Answer 33

Solid