LESSON 3_ CONSUMER PRODUCTS

Question 1

Scenario and Question: You are a biologist studying hydration levels in organisms and have a sample with the formula H₂O; what is the common name of this substance

Answer 1

Dihydrogen monoxide
(Water)

Question 2

Scenario and Question: As a nutritionist explaining the role of table salt in the diet, you have a substance with the formula NaCl; what is its common name

Answer 2

Sodium chloride (Table salt)

Question 3

Scenario and Question: You are a medical researcher studying blood sugar levels in diabetic patients and analyzing a compound with the formula C₆H₁₂O₆

Answer 3

Glucose

Question 4

Scenario and Question: As a chemical engineer handling various industrial chemicals, you are working with a substance that has the formula H₂SO₄

Answer 4

Sulfuric acid

Question 5

Scenario and Question: You are a baking enthusiast explaining the science behind baking ingredients to students and have an ingredient with the formula NaHCO₃

Answer 5

Sodium bicarbonate/ hydrogen carbonate
(Baking soda)

Question 6

Scenario and Question: As a pharmacist advising a patient on pain relief options, you have a medication with the formula C₈H₉NO₂

Answer 6

Acetaminophen

Question 7

Scenario and Question: You are a sports physician treating an athlete with inflammation and prescribing a drug with the formula C₁₃H₁₈O₂

Answer 7

Ibuprofen

Question 8

Scenario and Question: You are a cardiologist recommending a medication to prevent heart attacks and discussing a compound with the formula C₉H₈O₄

Answer 8

Acetylsalicylic acid
(Aspirin)

Question 9

Scenario and Question: As an infectious disease specialist prescribing an antibiotic, you have a drug with the formula C₁₆H₁₉N₃O₅S

Answer 9

Amoxicillin

Question 10

Scenario and Question: As a pulmonologist helping a patient manage asthma, you are prescribing a medication with the formula C₁₃H₂₁NO₃

Answer 10

Albuterol

Question 11

Scenario and Question: As a cleaning expert, you need to advise a client on disinfecting surfaces and have a solution with the formula NaClO

Answer 11

Sodium hypochlorite
(Bleach)

Question 12

Scenario and Question: You are a chef explaining the role of various cooking ingredients and have a liquid with the formula CH₃COOH

Answer 12

Acetic acid
(Vinegar)

Question 13

Scenario and Question: As a baker, you need to explain the
difference between baking soda and baking powder to your students; if baking powder contains NaHCO₃, what is its common name, and how does it function in baking

Answer 13

Ingredients: Baking soda is pure sodium bicarbonate, while baking powder contains sodium bicarbonate and an acidifying agent.

Activation: Baking soda requires an external acid to activate, whereas baking powder already contains an acid and only needs moisture and heat to activate.

Leavening Power: Baking powder generally has a more consistent and controlled leavening action due to its dual-phase release of carbon dioxide.

Question 14

Scenario and Question: As a home maintenance expert, you are asked about a strong-smelling solution with the formula NH₃ in H₂O

Answer 14

Ammonia solution

Question 15

Scenario and Question: You are a physical therapist
recommending a substance for muscle relaxation with the
formula MgSO₄

Answer 15

Magnesium sulfate
(Epsom salt)

Question 16

Scenario and Question: As a first aid trainer, you need to explain the uses of a liquid with the formula H₂O₂

Answer 16

Hydrogen peroxide

Question 17

Scenario and Question: You are a healthcare provider advising on disinfectants and have a liquid with the formula C₃H₈O

Answer 17

Isopropanol
(Isopropyl alcohol)

Question 18

Scenario and Question: As a nutritionist, you are explaining the role of different sugars in the diet and have a substance with the formula C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁

Answer 18

Sucrose
(Table sugar)

Question 19

Scenario and Question: As a product designer for household items, you are asked about a substance with the formula C₁₇H₃₅COONa

Answer 19

Sodium stearate
(Dish soap)

Question 20

Scenario and Question: As a pharmacist, you need to recommend a substance for acid indigestion with the formula CaCO₃

Answer 20

Calcium carbonate
(Antacid)