Chemisty Flashcards
How many elements are known to science today?
118
Which of the following is the simplest form of chemical matter?
An element
The effects of cosmetics and beauty products are based on which of the following?
How the body reacts to chemicals
Which of the following is an example of a compound molecule?
common table salt
Of all the elements known to science today, how many occur naturally on Earth?
98
Which of the following is TRUE when salt is dissolved into water?
Salt is the solute and water is the solvent.
What is a solute?
a substance that is dissolved in a solution
Which of the following is TRUE of all liquids?
They are either miscible or immiscible.
What is a solvent?
a substance that dissolves a solute and makes a solution
When immiscible liquids are combined, they form ___
suspensions
All acids owe their chemical reactivity to _____
The hydrogen ion
Which of the following is TRUE of products that are incompatible?
No two should be stored next to each other.
What does an oxidizing agent do?
releases oxygen
Acid–alkali neutralization reactions occur when an acid is mixed with an alkali in equal proportions, balancing the total pH and forming water (H2O) and _
A salt
For which of the following purposes would acids most likely be used?
to exfoliate the skin