Chemistry questions and answers

Chemistry Questions and Answers

Learn more about the properties, composition, and structure of substances (elements and compounds) with these Chemistry questions and answers. This Test can be used by students preparing for Chemistry in JAMB, WAEC, NECO or Post UTME.

3,186.

The function of zinc electrode in a galvanic cells is that it

A.

undergoes reduction

B.

serves as the positive electrode

C.

production of electons

D.

uses up electrons

Correct answer is C

If an external electrical conductor connects the copper and zinc electrodes, zinc from the zinc electrode dissolves into the solution as Zn2+ ions (oxidation), releasing electrons that enter the external conductor.

3,187.

A chemical reaction which the hydration energy is greater than the lattice energy is referred to as

A.

a spontaneous reaction

B.

an endothermic reaction

C.

an exothermic reaction

D.

a reversible reaction

Correct answer is C

When the hydration energy is greater than the lattice energy, then it is exothermic.

3,188.

Which of the following is a deliquescent compound?

A.

NaNO3

B.

CaCl2

C.

CuO

D.

Na2CO3.10H2O

Correct answer is B

  • Deliquescent substances are referred to known as those substances which absorbs moisture from the surrounding and dissolves themselves with the moisture or water to form a solution.
  • Examples are sodium hydroxide(NaOH), calcium chloride(CaCl2), potassium hydroxide(KOH), ammonium chloride(NH4Cl) , etc
  • 3,189.

    An effect of thermal pollution on water bodies is that the

    A.

    volume of water reduces

    B.

    volume of chemical waste increase

    C.

    level of oxides of nitrogen increase

    D.

    level of oxygen reduces

    Correct answer is D

    No explanation has been provided for this answer.

    3,190.

    Which of the following is NOT an alkali?

    A.

    NH3

    B.

    Mg(OH)2

    C.

    Ca(OH)2

    D.

    NaOH

    Correct answer is B

    No explanation has been provided for this answer.