Introduction to Chemistry Vocabulary (1st Page) Flashcards
Define “Abbreviated electron configuration”
Uses one of the noble gases to represent the core of electrons up to that element.
Define “absolute zero”
The minimum possible temperature, labeled 0 K (zero kelvins).
Define “acid”
An ionic compound of the H+ cation dissolved in water.
Define “Acid dissociation (Ka)”
The equilibrium content for the dissociation of a weak acid into ions.
Define “Acid salt”
An ionic compound whose aqueous solution is slightly acidic.
Define “Activated energy (Ea)”
The minimum amount of kinetic energy molecules must posses for an effective collision to occur.
Define “Activated complex”
See transition state
Define “active site”
Area of enzymatic action where substrate molecules react.
Define “activity series”
A list of elements that will replace elements below them in single-replacement reactions.
Define “actual yield”
The amount that is actually produced in a chemical reaction.
Define “Addition reaction”
A reaction where atoms are added across a double or triple bond.
Define “adhesion”
The tendency of a substance to interact with other substances because of intermolecular forces.
Define “Adsorb”
Bind to the surface of another surface.
Define “alcohol”
An organic compound that contains an OH functional group.
Define “Aliphatic hydrocarbons”
A hydrocarbon bases on chains of C atoms.
