Topic 4 - Reactions Flashcards
What are the reactions of oxygen.
Respiration Rusting combustion
Test for hydrogen?
Squeaky pop
Test for oxygen?
Relighting a glowing splint
Test for carbon dioxide?
Limewater turning cloudy
Definition for catalyst?
A chemical that speeds up chemical reactions with out being used up
Examples of a catalyst?
Manganese dioxide(making oxygen) Enzymes Iron(making ammonia)
Uses of oxygen?
Breathing apparatus Welding Rocket fuel
Uses of carbon dioxide?
Fire extinguishers Fizzy drinks Dry ice
Uses of hydrogen?
Making margarine Rocket fuel Clean fuel
Definition of exothermic?
A reaction that gives out heat
Definition of endothermic?
Reaction that takes in heat
The temperature goes up when it is …
Exothermic
The temperature goes down when it is…
Endothermic
Example of an exothermic reaction?
Burning fuel
What happens during oxidation?
Oxygen added