Answer:
The reaction between hydrogen and fluorine.
Explanation:
The balanced chemical equation of the reaction is:
[tex]H_2(g)+F_2(g)->2HF(g)[/tex]
From the balanced chemical equation, it is clear that:
1 mole of [tex]H_2[/tex] gas reacts with one mole of [tex]F_2(g)[/tex] and forms 2 moles of HF(g).
In the given range,at what temperature does oxy gen have the highest solubility?
A student prepares a aqueous solution of acetic acid . Calculate the fraction of acetic acid that is in the dissociated form in his solution. Express your answer as a percentage. You will probably find some useful data in the ALEKS Data resource.
Answer:
10.71%
Explanation:
The dissociation of acetic acid can be well expressed as follow:
CH₃COOH ⇄ CH₃COO⁻ + H⁺
Let assume that the prepared amount of the aqueous solution is 14mM since it is not given:
Then:
The I.C.E Table is expressed as follows:
CH₃COOH ⇄ CH₃COO⁻ + H⁺
Initial 0.0014 0 0
Change - x +x +x
Equilibrium (0.0014 - x) x x
Recall that:
Ka for acetic acid CH₃COOH = 1.8×10⁻⁵
∴
[tex]K_a = \dfrac{[x][x]]}{[0.0014-x]}[/tex]
[tex]1.8*10^{-5} = \dfrac{[x][x]]}{[0.0014-x]}[/tex]
[tex]1.8*10^{-5} = \dfrac{[x]^2}{[0.0014-x]}[/tex]
[tex]1.8*10^{-5}(0.0014-x) = x^2[/tex]
[tex]2.52*10^{-8} -1.8*10^{-5}x = x^2[/tex]
[tex]2.52*10^{-8} -1.8*10^{-5}x - x^2 =0[/tex]
By rearrangement:
[tex]- x^2 -1.8*10^{-5}x +2.52*10^{-8}= 0[/tex]
Multiplying through by (-) and solving the quadratic equation:
[tex]x^2 +1.8*10^{-5}x-2.52*10^{-8}= 0[/tex]
[tex](-0.00015 + x) (0.000168 + x) =0[/tex]
x = 0.00015 or x = -0.000168
We will only consider the positive value;
so x=[CH₃COO⁻] = [H⁺] = 0.00015
CH₃COOH = (0.0014 - 0.00015) = 0.00125
However, the percentage fraction of the dissociated acetic acid is:
[tex]= \dfrac{ 0.00015}{0.0014}\times 100[/tex]
= 10.71%
Gaseous BF3 and BCl3 are mixed in equal molar amounts. All B-F bonds have about the same bond enthalpy, as do all B-Cl bonds. Compare the numbers of microstates to explain why the mixture tends to react to form BF2Cl(g) and BCl2F(g
Solution :
[tex]$BF_3 (g) + BCl_3 (g) \rightarrow BF_2 Cl + BCl_F(g)$[/tex]
Explanation 1 :
Spontaneity of the reaction is based on two factors :
-- the tendency to acquire a state of minimum energy
-- the energy of a system to acquire a maximum randomness.
Now, since there isn't much difference in the bond enthalpies of B-F and B-Cl. So, we can say the major driving factor is tendency to acquire a state of maximum randomness.
Explanation 2 :
A system containing the [tex]\text{"chemically mixed"}[/tex] B halides has a [tex]\text{greater entropy}[/tex] than a system of [tex]$BCl_3$[/tex] and [tex]BF_3[/tex].
It has the same number of [tex]\text{gas phase molecules}[/tex], but more distinguishable kinds of [tex]\text{molecules}[/tex], hence, more microstates and higher entropy.
A hypothetical A-B alloy of composition 53 wt% B-47 wt% A at some temperature is found to consist of mass fractions of 0.5 for both and phases. If the composition of the phase is 92 wt% B-8 wt% A, what is the composition of the phase
Answer:
the composition of the ∝ phase C∝ = 14 or [ 14 wt% B-86 wt% A ]
Explanation:
Given the data in the question;
Co = 53 or [ 53 wt% B-47 wt% A ]
W∝ = 0.5 = Wβ
Cβ = 92 or [ 92 wt% B-8 wt% A ]
Now, lets set up the Lever rule for W∝ as follows;
W∝ = [ Cβ - Co ] / [ Cβ - C∝ ]
so we substitute our given values into the expression;
0.5 = [ 92 - 53 ] / [ 92 - C∝ ]
0.5 = 39 / [ 92 - C∝ ]
0.5[ 92 - C∝ ] = 39
46 - 0.5C∝ = 39
0.5C∝ = 46 - 39
0.5C∝ = 7
C∝ = 7 / 0.5
C∝ = 14 or [ 14 wt% B-86 wt% A ]
Therefore, the composition of the ∝ phase C∝ = 14 or [ 14 wt% B-86 wt% A ]
Which intermolecular force plays a pivotal role in biological molecules such as proteins and DNA ?
•hydrogen bonding
•dispersion force
•dipole-dipole force
•Ion-dipole force
Answer:
hydrogen bonding
Explanation:
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Write a net ionic equation for the overall reaction that occurs when aqueous solutions of carbonic acid and sodium hydroxide are combined. Assume excess base.
Answer:
[tex]H_2CO_3(aq)+2OH^-(aq)\rightarrow (CO_3)^{2-}(aq)+2H_2O(l)[/tex]
Explanation:
Hello there!
In this case, according to the given information, it turns out possible for us to set up this net ionic equation, by firstly setting up the complete molecular equation as follows:
[tex]H_2CO_3(aq)+2NaOH(aq)\rightarrow Na_2CO_3(aq)+2H_2O(l)[/tex]
Thus, since carbonic acid is weak it merely ionizes whereas sodium hydroxides ionizes for the 100 % as it is strong; thus, we can write the complete ionic equation:
[tex]H_2CO_3(aq)+2Na^+(aq)+2OH^-(aq)\rightarrow 2Na^+(aq)+(CO_3)^{2-}(aq)+2H_2O(l)[/tex]
Whereas sodium ions act as the spectator ones to be cancelled out for us to obtain:
[tex]H_2CO_3(aq)+2OH^-(aq)\rightarrow (CO_3)^{2-}(aq)+2H_2O(l)[/tex]
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According to the kinetic theory, all matter is made of moving particles, which measurement of matter is directly proportional to the
average kinetic energy of the particles?
How can a Bose-Einstein condensate be formed? A. B super-heating a gas. B. By super-cooling certain types of solid. C. By super-cooling certain types of plasma. D. By super-heating a plasma
Answer:
C. By super-cooling certain types of plasma.
Explanation:
Bose-Einstein condensate is a state of matter whereby atoms or particles become cooled to a very low energy state leading to their condensation to give a single quantum state.
Note that plasma refers to atoms that have had some or even all of its electrons stripped away leaving only positively charged ions. Simply put, plasma is ionized matter.
When certain types of plasma are super cooled, Bose-Einstein condensate are formed.
What is "X" in the following reaction?
Write a balanced half-reaction for the oxidation of liquid water to aqueous hydrogen peroxide in basic aqueous solution. Be sure to add physical state symbols where appropriate.
Answer:
O2(g) + 2H2O(l) --------> 2H2O2(aq) + 2e
Explanation:
An oxidation reaction reaction refers to a reaction in which electrons are lost. In this case, we are about to see the full balanced half-reaction for the oxidation of liquid water to aqueous hydrogen peroxide in basic aqueous solution.
The full equation is;
O2(g) + 2H2O(l) --------> 2H2O2(aq) + 2e
So, two electrons were lost in the process.
What enzyme below is an exoenzyme?
A. Casease
B. Citrase
C. Catalase
D. Oxidase
Classify each molecule as an alcohol, ketone, or aldehyde based on its name. Propanone (acetone) Choose... Ethanal Choose... 3-phenyl-2-propenal Choose... Butanone Choose... Ethanol Choose... 2-propanol Choose...
Answer:
1.) Propanone (ketone)
2.) Ethanal( aldehyde)
3.) 3-phenyl-2-propenal (aldehyde)
4.) Butanone (ketone)
5.) Ethanol ( alcohol)
6.) 2-propanol (alcohol)
Explanation:
In organic chemistry, ALCOHOL ( also known as alkanol) are compounds in which hydroxyl groups are linked to alkyl groups. They can be considered as being derived from the corresponding alkanes by replacing the hydrogen atoms with hydroxyl groups. The hydroxyl group is the functional group of the alcohol as it is responsible for their characteristic chemical properties. A typical example of alcohol is ethanol and 2-propanol.
Alkanals or ALDEHYDES have the general formula RCHO while alkanones or KETONES have the general formula RR'CO where R and R' may be alkyl or aryl groups. The main similarity between these two classes of compounds is the presence of the carbonyl group. In aldehydes, there is a hydrogen atom attached to the carbon In the carbonyl group while there is none on the ketones.
Some common examples of ketones are Propanone, Butanone while examples of aldehydes are Ethanal and 3-phenyl-2-propenal
You should set out support, like a cork ring or clamp, before removing the glassware from a glassware kit to place the glassware in and to stop it from _________. Thoroughly check that the glasswar is________ and that it does not have any _______before using it.
Answer:
(A) Slipping and breaking
(B) Clean and dry
(C) Cracks
Explanation:
This describes the process of unpacking a glassware for use.
You should set out support like a cork ring or clamp (these are simple machines that'll hold the glassware in place) before removing the glassware from a glassware kit; to place the glassware in and to stop it from slipping and breaking.
Thoroughly check that the glassware is clean and dry and that it does not have any cracks, before using it.
A sample of oxygen occupies 1.00 L. If the temperature remains constant, and the pressure on the oxygen is decreased to one third the original pressure, what is the new volume
Answer:
3.00 L
Explanation:
P₁V₁ = P₂V₂
V₁ = 1.00 L
P₁ = (x) atm
P₂ = [tex]\frac{1}{3}[/tex] · (P₁) = [tex]\frac{x}{3}[/tex]
V₂ = unknown
(x atm)(1.00 L) = ( [tex]\frac{x}{3}[/tex] atm)(V₂)
divide both sides by ( [tex]\frac{x}{3}[/tex] atm)
( 1.00x )( [tex]\frac{3}{x}[/tex] ) = V₂
x cancels out
(1.00)(3) = V₂
V₂ = 3.00 L
Consider the reaction C4H10O + NaBr + H2SO4 → C4H9Br + NaHSO4 + H2O. If 45.0 g of C4H10O reacts with 67.1 g of NaBr and 97.0 g of H2SO4to yield 60.0 g of C4H9Br, calculate the percent yield of the reaction.
Answer:
Percent yield = 72.07 %
Explanation:
Our reaction is:
C₄H₁₀O + NaBr + H₂SO₄ → C₄H₉Br + NaHSO₄ + H₂O
It is correctly balanced.
Let's determine which is the limiting reagent:
45 g . 1 mol / 74 g = 0.608 moles of C₄H₁₀O
67.1 g . 1 mol / 102.9 g = 0.652 moles of NaBr
97 g . 1 mol / 98 g = 0.990 moles of sulfuric acid
Ratio is always 1:1, so for 1 mol of NaBr and 1 mol of sulfuric acid we need 1 mol of C₄H₁₀O. We have 0.652 moles of NaBr, we need the same amount of C₄H₁₀O and we have 0.990 moles of acid, we need the same amount of C₄H₁₀O; we only have 0.608 moles, that's why C₄H₁₀O is the limiting reactant, there's no enough C₄H₁₀O.
Ratio is also 1:1, between reactant and product.
1 mol of C₄H₁₀O produces 1 mol of C₄H₉Br
Then, 0.608 moles will produce 0.608 moles of C₄H₉Br
We convert moles to mass: 0.608 mol . 136.9 g/mol = 83.25 g
That's the 100 % yield reaction
Percent yield = (Yield produced / Theoretical yield) . 100
Percent yield = (60 g / 83.25 g) . 100 = 72.07 %
What is true about the properties of liquids and gases?
Gas particles are much more densely packed than liquid particles.
The crystal lattice structure of liquids is more defined than in gases.
Liquids form amorphous crystals while gases do not.
There are strong intermolecular forces between particles that make up liquids, but not gases.
Answer:
There are strong intermolecular forces between particles that make up liquids, but not gases.
Explanation:
Solids, liquids and gases are the three states of matter that exists. However, they possess varying properties that distinguishes them from one another. One of these properties is the strength of the intermolecular forces that hold their molecules together.
The intermolecular forces of each state of matter becomes weak in this order: solid>liquid>gas.
- Intermolecular forces in solid molecules are very strong, hence making them compact and well attached to each other.
- Intermolecular forces in liquid molecules are not too strong, hence, cannot exist in a fixed position but tend to flow.
- Intermolecular forces in gaseous molecules are very weak, hence, gases can move easily and rapidly in any given space.
For each of the following compounds, indicate the pH at which 50% of the compound will be in a form that possesses a charge and at which pH more than 99% of the compound will be in a form that possesses a charge.
ClCH2COOH (pKa = 2.86)
CH3CH2NH+3 (pKa = 10.7)
Express your answer using two decimal places
a. Determine a pH at which 50% of ClCH2COOH will be in a form that possesses a charge.
b. Determine a pH at which pH more than 99% of ClCH2COOH will be in a form that possesses a charge.
c. Determine a pH at which 50% of CH3CH2NH+3 will be in a form that possesses a charge.
d. Determine a pH at which pH more than 99% of CH3CH2NH+3 will be in a form that possesses a charge.
Answer:
a. 2..86 b. 4.86 c. 10.7 d. 8.7
Explanation:
a. Determine a pH at which 50% of ClCH2COOH will be in a form that possesses a charge.
Using the Henderson-Hasselbalch equation,
pH = pKa + log[A⁻]/[HA]
where [A⁻] = concentration of conjugate base (or charged form) and [HA] = concentration of acid.
At 50% concentration, [A⁻] = [HA] ⇒ [A⁻]/[HA] = 1
So, pH = pKa + log[A⁻]/[HA]
pH = pKa + log1
pH = pKa = 2.86
b. Determine a pH at which pH more than 99% of ClCH2COOH will be in a form that possesses a charge.
Let x be the concentration of the acid. Since 99% of it should possess a charge, the basic concentration is 0.99x while the acidic concentration is remaining 1 % (1 - 0.99)x = 0.01x
Using the Henderson-Hasselbalch equation,
pH = pKa + log[A⁻]/[HA] where [A⁻] = concentration of conjugate base (or charged form) = 0.99x and [HA] = concentration of acid = 0.01x.
pH = pKa + log0.99x/0.01x
pH = pKa + log0.99/0.01
pH = 2.86 + log99
pH = 2.86 + 1.996
pH = 4.856
pH ≅ 4.86
c. Determine a pH at which 50% of CH3CH2NH+3 will be in a form that possesses a charge.
Using the Henderson-Hasselbalch equation,
pH = pKa + log[A⁻]/[HA]
where [A⁻] = concentration of conjugate base and [HA] = concentration of acid.
At 50% concentration, [A⁻] = [HA] ⇒ [A⁻]/[HA] = 1
So, pH = pKa + log[A⁻]/[HA]
pH = pKa + log1
pH = pKa = 10.7
d. Determine a pH at which pH more than 99% of CH3CH2NH+3 will be in a form that possesses a charge.
Let x be the concentration of the acid. Since 99% of it should possess a charge, the basic concentration is 0.01x while the acidic concentration is remaining 99 % (1 - 0.01)x = 0.99x (which possesses the charge).
Using the Henderson-Hasselbalch equation,
pH = pKa + log[A⁻]/[HA] where [A⁻] = concentration of conjugate base = 0.01x and [HA] = concentration of acid = 0.99x.
pH = pKa + log0.01x/0.99x
pH = pKa + log1/99
pH = 10.7 - log99
pH = 10.7 - 1.996
pH = 8.704
pH ≅ 8.7
Calculate the mass of sodium phosphate in aqueous solution to fully react with 37 g of chromium nitrate(III) an aqueous solution?(report answer in grams and only three Sigg figs do not put the unit)
Answer:
41 g
Explanation:
The equation of the reaction is;
Cr(NO3)3(aq)+Na3PO4(aq)=3NaNO3(s)+CrPO4(aq)
Number of moles of chromium nitrate = 37g/ 146.97 g/mol = 0.25 moles
1 mole of sodium phosphate reacts with 1 mole of chromium nitrate
x moles of sodium phosphate react as with 0.25 moles of chromium nitrate
x= 1 × 0.25/1
x= 0.25 moles
Mass of sodium phosphate = 0.25 moles × 163.94 g/mol
Mass of sodium phosphate = 41 g
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I'm using plato
Answer:
- Two black balls: they represent a diatomic molecule composed by two atoms of the same element.
- One black ball and two black balls: they represent a compound formed by two different elements.
- One gray ball and two black balls: they represent a compound formed by two different elements.
- Two black-dotted balls: they represent a diatomic molecule composed by two atoms of the same element.
Explanation:
Hey there!
In this case, according to the given information, we can firstly bear to mind the fact that each ball color represents a different element, for that reason we can tell the following:
- Two black balls: they represent a diatomic molecule composed by two atoms of the same element.
- One black ball and two black balls: they represent a compound formed by two different elements.
- One gray ball and two black balls: they represent a compound formed by two different elements.
- Two black-dotted balls: they represent a diatomic molecule composed by two atoms of the same element.
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Use the Ka values for weak acids to identify the best components for preparing buffer solutions with the given pH values.
Name Formula Ka
Phosphoric acid H3PO4 7.5 x 10^-3
Acetic acid CH3COOH 1.8 x 10^-5
Formic acid HCOOH 1.8 x 10^-4
pH 1.9 =_________
pH 5.0 = ________
pH 3.9= ________
Answer:
pH= 1.9 then [tex]H_{3} PO_{4}[/tex]
pH = 5.0 , [tex]CH_{3} COOH[/tex]
pH = 3.9 , HCOOH
As we know range left [tex]pH= pKa+/- 1[/tex]
What is the energy change when 78.0 g of Hg melt at −38.8°C
Answer:
The correct answer is - 2.557 KJ
Explanation:
In this case, Hg is melting, the process is endothermic, so the energy change will have a positive sign.
we can calculate this energy by the following formula:
Q = met
where, m = mass,
e = specific heat
t = temperature
then,
Q = 78*0.14* (273-38.8)
here 0.14 = C(Hg)
= 2.557 Kj
states two properties a solute need to satisfy to be responsible for the colligative properties?
Answer:
the properties are:
vapor pressure loweringosmotic pressurefreezing point depressionboiling point elevationthese are all the properties but I think the two a solute needs to satisfy are
boiling point elevationvapor pressure loweringI hope this helps
complete the following steps.
Remember to follow lower numbered rules first.
Na2CO3(aq) + Pb(OH)2(aq) → NaOH (?) + PbCO3(?)
a. Write a balanced chemical equation. (1 pt)
b. If a reaction occurs, write the balanced
chemical equation with the proper states of matter
(i.e. solid, liquid, aqueous) filled in. If no reaction
occurs, write “No reaction.” (1 pt)
c. If a reaction occurs, write the net ionic equation
for the reaction. If no reaction occurs, write "no
reaction.” (1 pt)
Answer:
See explanation
Explanation:
a) The balanced reaction equation is;
Na2CO3(aq) + Pb(OH)2(aq) -----> 2 NaOH + PbCO3
b) When we include states of matter;
Na2CO3(aq) + Pb(OH)2(aq) -----> 2 NaOH(aq) + PbCO3 (s)
c) Complete ionic equation;
2Na^+(aq) + CO3^2-(aq) + Pb^2+(aq) + 2OH^-(aq) ----> 2Na^+(aq) + 2OH^-(aq) + PbCO3(s)
Net Ionic equation;
Pb^2+(aq) + CO3^2-(aq) ----> PbCO3(s)
A uniform plastic block floats in water with 50.0 % of its volume above the surface of the water. The block is placed in a second liquid and floats with 23.0 % of its volume above the surface of the liquid.
What is the density of the second liquid?
Express your answer with the appropriate units.
Answer:
density of second liquid = 650 kg/m³
Explanation:
Given that:
The volume of the plastic block submerged inside the water = 0.5 V
The force on the plastic block = [tex]\rho_1V_1g[/tex]
[tex]= 0.5p_1 V_g[/tex]
when the block is floating, the weight supporting the force (buoyancy force) is:
W [tex]= 0.5p_1 V_g[/tex]
[tex]\rho Vg = 0.5p_1 V_g[/tex]
[tex]\rho = 0.5 \rho _1[/tex]
where;
water density [tex]\rho _1[/tex] = 1000
[tex]\rho = 0.5 (1000)[/tex]
[tex]\rho = 500 kg/m^3[/tex]
In the second liquid, the volume of plastic block in the water = (100-23)%
= 77% = 0.7 V
The force on the plastic block is:
[tex]= 0.77p_2 V_g[/tex]
when the block is floating, the weight supporting the force (buoyancy force) is:
[tex]W = 0.77p_2 V_g[/tex]
[tex]\rho Vg = 0.77 \rho_2 V_g \\ \\ \rho = 0.77 \rho_2 \\ \\ 500 = 0.77 \rho_2 \\ \\ \rho_2 = 500/0.77[/tex]
[tex]\mathbf{ \rho_2 \simeq 650 \ kg/m^3}[/tex]
What direction would equilibrium moves towards based on the following if we increased the volume of the container.
[tex]2A_{(g)} + 5B_{(g)} + 12C_{(g)}[/tex] ↔ [tex]14AC_{(g)} + 5B_{(s)}[/tex]
Answer choices:
a) reactants
b) no change
c) products
d) decrease in volume
Please help!
To answer this question, we will first find out the number of gaseous moles on each side of the equilibrium
on the left:
we have 2 moles of A, 5 moles of B and 12 moles of C
which gives us a grand total of 19 gaseous moles
on the right:
here, we have 14 moles of AC gas, we will not count the number of moles of B because it's a solid
giving us 14 gaseous moles on the right
Where does the reaction shift?
more gaseous moles means more space taken, because gas likes to fill all the space it can
if we have more volume, more gas can move around without colliding (reacting) with each other
Hence more volume favors the side with more gaseous moles
here, the left has more gaseous moles. So we can say that the reaction will shift towards the left, or the reactants side
Answer:
Explanation:
given reversible chemical reaction:
2A(g) + 5B(g) + 12C(g) ↔ 14AC(g) + 5B(s)
chemicals in solid form do not take up a lot of volume so change in container volume has no effect
look at chemicals in gas form only:
the total no. of moles of reactants in gas form = 2 + 5 + 12 = 19
the total no. of moles of products in gas form = 14
so an increase in volume of the container will favor the reaction direction with higher volume n high volume means higher no. of moles
the ans is the equilibrium will move towards a) reactants
2. How many joules of heat are released when 32g of water cools down from 71%
specific heat of water is 4.184 J/gºC)
How many kilojoules is this?
he says he doesnt know sorry
Calculate the molarity of a 17.5% (by mass) aqueous solution of nitric acid. Select one: a. 2.74 m b. 4.33 m c. 0.274 m d. 3.04 m e. The density of the solution is needed to solve the problem.
Answer:
Option e.
Explanation:
Molarity is the concentration that indicates moles of solute in 1 L of solution.
We have another concentration, percent by mass.
Percent by mass indicates mass of solute in 100 g of solution.
Our solute is HNO₃, our solvent is water.
17.5 g of nitric acid is the mass of solute. We can convert them to moles:
17.5 g . 1mol / 63g = 0.278 moles
We do not have volume of solution. We assume the mass is 100 g because the percent by mass but we need density to state the volume.
Density = Mass / Volume
Mass / Density = Volume
Once we have the volume, we need to be sure the units is in L, to determine molarity
M = mol /L
once formed, how are coordinate covalent bonds different from other covalent bonds?
Answer:
[tex]\boxed {\boxed {\sf {One \ atom \ donates \ both \ electrons \ in \ a \ pair}}}[/tex]
Explanation:
A covalent bond involves the sharing of electrons to make the atoms more stable, and so they satisfy the Octet Rule (8 valence electrons).
Typically each atom contributes an electron to form an electron pair. This is a single bond. There are also double bonds (two pairs of electrons), triple bonds (three pairs of electrons), and coordinate covalent bonds.
Sometimes, to satisfy the Octet Rule and achieve stability, one atom contributes both of the electrons in an electron pair. This is different from other covalent bonds because usually each of the 2 atoms contributes an electron to make a pair.
Inter-molecular forces determine the _______________ properties while intra-molecular forces determine the ________ properties of compounds.
Answer:
Physical
Chemical
Explanation:
Intermolecular forces are the forces that hold the molecules of a substance together in a particular state of matter. They decide the physical properties of a substance.
The intra molecular forces are the bond forces that hold atoms together in molecules. The nature of this bonding determines the chemical properties of substances.
1. Most of the chemicals included in your General Chemistry Lab kit can be discarded down a drain. Describe a situation in which you would need to neutralize a chemical before discarding down a drain.
Answer: Chemicals like acids and bases are harmful and must be neutralized before draining.
Explanation:
A strong acid or strong base is required to be diluted or neutralized before it is discarded in the drain as if is discarded without diluting and neutralization it can spill and splash from sink or drain and can harm people in chemistry lab, moreover the fumes of the discarded chemical on spilling can cause respiratory tract burning and can even cause fire hazard so it must be converted into less harmful form and then must be drained.
