Chemistry Vocabulary Quiz Pt.1

Question 1

Ions

Answer 1

An atom or molecule with a net electric charge due to the loss or gain of one or more electrons

Question 2

Cation

Answer 2

A positive ion; indicates a loss of electron(s)

Question 3

Anion

Answer 3

A negative ion; indicates a gain in electron(s)

Question 4

Alkali metals

Answer 4

Group 1 on the periodic table that will often form a cation; +1 charge

Question 5

Halogens

Answer 5

Group 17 on the periodic table that will often form an anion; -1 charge

Question 6

Valence electrons

Answer 6

Are the bonding electrons of an atom that are found in the outermost energy level (shell)

Question 7

Compounds

Answer 7

A distinct group of atoms held together by chemical bonds

Question 8

Two main types of bonds

Answer 8

1. Covalent bonds

2. Ionic bonds

Question 9

Covalent bonds

Answer 9

Formed when two atoms share a pair of electrons

Question 10

Ionic bonds

Answer 10

Electrons are fully transferred between two atoms so that ions are formed

Question 11

Aluminum chlorohydrate

Answer 11

Utilized in underarm antiperspirant products (deodorant)

Question 12

Hydrazine

Answer 12

Used in rocket fuels

Question 13

Acetylsalicylic acid

Answer 13

Asprin: medicine used to reduce pain, fever or inflammation

Question 14

Ethylene glycol

Answer 14

Found in anti-freeze; also utilized to manufacture polyester fibers

Question 15

Ethanol

Answer 15

Simple alcohol that can be found in beverages or utilized as a fuel additive

Question 16

Sodium hypochlorite

Answer 16

The main ingredient in laundry bleach

Question 17

Sodium bicarbonate

Answer 17

Baking soda; Can consume sodium bicarbonate to decrease the acidity of one’s body