Topic 2- Reactions Flashcards
List 3 uses of oxygen
- Breathing in hospitals
- Rocket fuel
- Used in medicine
What is the word equation for respiration?
Oxygen>sugar>carbon dioxide+water>energy
Name 2 products of the reaction when candle wax combusts
Carbon dioxide + water
What is the word equation for oxygen?
Hydrogen peroxide magnesium dioxide
——————> water + oxygen
Test for oxygen
Relights a glowing splint
What is a catalysts?
A catalyst is a chemical that speeds up a reaction without being used up itself
What is an enzyme?
Enzymes are soluble protein molecules that speed up chemical reactions in cells
Name 3 chemical reactions that enzymes are involved in
Reparation
Photosynthesis
Making new proteins
What is the equation for preparation of hydrogen?
Magnesium + hydrochloric acid –> magnesium chloride + hydrogen
What are the chemicals required for the preparation of hydrogen?
Magnesium and hydrochloric acid
Test for hydrogen
Lit splint- you will hear a squeaky pop
Preparation of carbon dioxide
Calcium carbonate + hydrochloric acid –> calcium chloride + water + carbon dioxide
Chemicals required for preparation of carbon dioxide
Hydrochloric acid and marble chips
Test for carbon dioxide
Lime water turns milky
Give 3 uses for carbon dioxide
Fizzy drinks
Fire extinguisher
Dry ice