Chemistry MCQs
Topic Notes: Chemistry
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
1
In which region of an atom are the valence electrons located?
Answer:
outermost shell of an atom
Valence electrons are the electrons residing in the outermost shell of an atom. These electrons are the most significant in determining the chemical properties of an element, as they are the ones involved in bond formation and chemical reactions due to their higher energy and distance from the nucleus.
2
Who determined the absolute value of the charge on an electron?
Answer:
Robert Millikan
Robert Millikan is credited with determining the absolute value of the charge on an electron, a fundamental constant in physics, using his famous oil drop experiment in 1909. This discovery helped establish the electron as a fundamental particle and further confirmed the existence of subatomic particles.
3
How does the shielding effect change as you move across a period on the periodic table?
Answer:
Constant
Shielding effect refers to the reduction in effective nuclear charge experienced by valence electrons due to inner electron shells. Across a period, the number of inner electrons remains the same, resulting in a constant shielding effect.
4
Which type of radiation carries a negative charge?
Answer:
Beta particles
Beta particles are electrons and carry a negative charge. Alpha particles and positrons are positively charged, while gamma rays are neutral photons.
5
Who is credited with measuring the charge of an electron?
Answer:
Millikan
Robert Millikan's oil drop experiment (1909) accurately measured the charge of an electron, a fundamental constant in physics. This groundbreaking work earned him the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1923.
6
Which type of surfactants can perform well over a wide range of water hardness and pH?
Answer:
Nonionic
Nonionic surfactants exhibit a wide range of pH and water hardness tolerance, making them suitable for various applications. They do not carry an electric charge, which allows them to interact with both water and oil, resulting in effective cleaning and emulsification.
7
What are the products of nitrating chlorobenzene?
Answer:
A & B
Nitration of chlorobenzene yields a mixture of o-chloronitrobenzene and p-chloronitrobenzene due to the directing effect of the chlorine substituent, which is an ortho-para director. This makes options A and B the correct products.
8
What substance is added to rectified spirit to obtain absolute alcohol?
Answer:
CaO
Absolute alcohol, also known as anhydrous alcohol or rectified spirit, is a high-purity form of alcohol obtained through a distillation process. To achieve this, rectified spirit is treated with calcium oxide (CaO). Ca(OH)2, CaCO3, and CaCl2 are not suitable for this purpose because they are either calcium hydroxide, calcium carbonate, or calcium chloride, none of which are effective in purifying alcohol through distillation.
9
Shielding effect across the period_________________?
Answer:
Remains constant
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10
What determines the choice of filter paper?
Answer:
the size of particles to be filtered
The choice of filter paper is determined by the size of the particles to be separated from a mixture, which is a crucial step in filtration. The correct filter paper is selected based on the size of the particles to be filtered, ensuring effective separation.