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Give the number of valence electrons in an atom of each element. a. cesium d. zinc b. rubidium e. strontium c. gallium
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The first step in solving 7 problem number 52 trying to solve the problem we have to refer to the textbook question: Give the number of valence electrons in an atom of each element. a. cesium d. zinc b. rubidium e. strontium c. gallium
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Chapter 7 textbook questions
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Chapter 7: Problem 1 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
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Chapter 7: Problem 2 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Describe two different causes of the force of attraction in a chemical bond.
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Chapter 7: Problem 3 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Apply Why are all of the elements in group 18 relatively unreactive, whereas those in group 17 are very reactive?
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Chapter 7: Problem 4 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Summarize ionic bond formation by correctly pairing these terms: cation, anion, electron gain, and electron loss
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Chapter 7: Problem 5 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Apply Write out the electron configuration for each atom. Then, predict the change that must occur in each to achieve a noble-gas configuration. a. nitrogen b. sulfur c. barium d. lithium
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Chapter 7: Problem 6 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Model Draw models to represent the formation of the positive calcium ion and the negative bromide ion
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Chapter 7: Problem 7 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Explain how an ionic compound forms from these elements . sodium and nitrogen
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Chapter 7: Problem 8 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Explain how an ionic compound forms from these elements . lithium and oxygen
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Chapter 7: Problem 9 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Explain how an ionic compound forms from these elements . strontium and fluorine
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Chapter 7: Problem 10 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Explain how an ionic compound forms from these elements . aluminum and sulfur
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Chapter 7: Problem 11 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Challenge Explain how elements in the two groups shown on the periodic table at the right combine to form an ionic compound.
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Chapter 7: Problem 12 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Explain how an ionic compound made up of charged particles can be electrically neutral.
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Chapter 7: Problem 13 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Describe the energy change associated with ionic bond formation, and relate it to stability.
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Chapter 7: Problem 14 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Identify three physical properties of ionic compounds that are associated with ionic bonds, and relate them to bond strength
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Chapter 7: Problem 15 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Explain how ions form bonds, and describe the structure of the resulting compound.
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Chapter 7: Problem 16 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Relate lattice energy to ionic-bond strength.
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Chapter 7: Problem 17 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Apply Use electron configurations, orbital notation, and electron-dot structures to represent the formation of an ionic compound from the metal strontium and the nonmetal chlorine.
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Chapter 7: Problem 18 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Design a concept map that shows the relationships among ionic bond strength, physical properties of ionic compounds, lattice energy, and stability
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Chapter 7: Problem 19 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Write formulas for the ionic compounds formed by the following ions. potassium and iodide
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Chapter 7: Problem 20 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Write formulas for the ionic compounds formed by the following ions magnesium and chloride
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Chapter 7: Problem 21 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Write formulas for the ionic compounds formed by the following ions aluminum and bromide
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Chapter 7: Problem 22 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Write formulas for the ionic compounds formed by the following ions cesium and nitride
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Chapter 7: Problem 23 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Challenge Write the general formula for the ionic compound formed by elements from the two groups shown on the periodic table at the right
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Chapter 7: Problem 24 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Write formulas for ionic compounds composed of the following ions. sodium and nitrate
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Chapter 7: Problem 25 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Write formulas for ionic compounds composed of the following ions calcium and chlorate
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Chapter 7: Problem 26 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Write formulas for ionic compounds composed of the following ions aluminum and carbonate
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Chapter 7: Problem 27 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Challenge Write the formula for an ionic compound formed by ions from a group 2 element and polyatomic ions composed of only carbon and oxygen
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Chapter 7: Problem 33 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Challenge The ionic compound N H 4Cl O 4 is a key reactant used in solid rocket boosters, such as those that power the Space Shuttle into orbit. Name this compound.
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Chapter 7: Problem 34 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
State the order in which the ions associated with a compound composed of potassium and bromine would be written in the chemical formula and the compound name.
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Chapter 7: Problem 35 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Describe the difference between a monatomic ion and a polyatomic ion, and give an example of each
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Chapter 7: Problem 36 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Apply Ion X has a charge of 2+, and ion Y has a charge of 1-. Write the formula unit of the compound formed from the ions.
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Chapter 7: Problem 37 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
State the name and formula for the compound formed from Mg and Cl
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Chapter 7: Problem 38 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Write the name and formula for the compound formed from sodium ions and nitrite ions.
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Chapter 7: Problem 39 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Analyze What subscripts would you most likely use if the following substances formed an ionic compound? a. an alkali metal and a halogen b. an alkali metal and a nonmetal from group 16 c. an alkaline earth metal and a halogen d. an alkaline earth metal and a nonmetal from group 16
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Chapter 7: Problem 40 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Contrast the structures of ionic compounds and metals.
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Chapter 7: Problem 41 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Explain how the conductivity of electricity and the high boiling points of metals are explained by metallic bonding.
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Chapter 7: Problem 42 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Contrast the cause of the attraction in ionic bonds and metallic bonds.
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Chapter 7: Problem 43 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Summarize alloy types by correctly pairing these terms and phrases: substitutional, interstitial, replaced, and filled in.
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Chapter 7: Problem 44 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Design an experiment that could be used to distinguish between a metallic solid and an ionic solid. Include at least two different methods for comparing the solids. Explain your reasoning.
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Chapter 7: Problem 45 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Model Draw a model to represent the physical property of metals known as ductility, or the ability to be drawn into a wire. Base your drawing on the electron sea model shown in Figure 7.11.
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Chapter 7: Problem 46 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
How do positive ions and negative ions form?
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Chapter 7: Problem 48 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Why are halogens and alkali metals likely to form ions? Explain your answer. C B A D G E F Figure 7.14
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Chapter 7: Problem 49 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
The periodic table shown in Figure 7.14 contains elements labeled AG. For each labeled element, state the number of valence electrons and identify the ion that will form
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Chapter 7: Problem 50 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Discuss the importance of electron affinity and ionization energy in the formation of ions. 2s 1s 3s 2p 3p Figure 7.15
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Chapter 7: Problem 51 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
The orbital notation of sulfur is shown in Figure 7.15. Explain how sulfur forms its ion
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Chapter 7: Problem 52 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Give the number of valence electrons in an atom of each element. a. cesium d. zinc b. rubidium e. strontium c. gallium
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Chapter 7: Problem 53 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Explain why noble gases are not likely to form chemical bonds.
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Chapter 7: Problem 54 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Discuss the formation of the barium ion
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Chapter 7: Problem 56 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
The more reactive an atom, the higher its potential energy. Which atom has higher potential energy, neon or fluorine? Explain.
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Chapter 7: Problem 57 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Explain how the iron atom can form both an iron 2+ ion and an iron 3+ ion
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Chapter 7: Problem 58 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Predict the reactivity of each atom based on its electron configuration. a. potassium b. fluorine c. neon
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Chapter 7: Problem 59 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Discuss the formation of a 3+ scandium ion using its orbital notation, shown in Figure 7.16.
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Chapter 7: Problem 60 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
What does the term electrically neutral mean when discussing ionic compounds?
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Chapter 7: Problem 62 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Explain why potassium does not bond with neon to form a compound
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Chapter 7: Problem 63 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Briefly discuss three physical properties of ionic solids that are linked to ionic bonds.
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Chapter 7: Problem 64 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Describe an ionic crystal, and explain why ionic crystals for different compounds might vary in shape
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Chapter 7: Problem 65 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
How does lattice energy change with a change in the size of an ion?
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Chapter 7: Problem 66 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
In Figure 7.14, the element labeled B is barium, and the element labeled E is iodine. Explain why the compound formed between these elements will not be BaI.
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Chapter 7: Problem 67 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Determine the ratio of cations to anions in each. a. potassium chloride, a salt substitute b. calcium fluoride, used in the steel industry c. calcium oxide, used to remove sulfur dioxide from power-plant exhaust d. strontium chloride, used in fireworks
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Chapter 7: Problem 68 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Look at Figure 7.14; describe the ionic compound that form from the elements represented by C and D.
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Chapter 7: Problem 69 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Discuss the formation of an ionic bond between zinc and oxygen.
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Chapter 7: Problem 70 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Using orbital notation, diagram the formation of an ionic bond between aluminum and fluorine
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Chapter 7: Problem 71 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Using electron configurations, diagram the formation of an ionic bond between barium and nitrogen.
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Chapter 7: Problem 72 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Conductors Under certain conditions, ionic compounds conduct an electric current. Describe these conditions, and explain why ionic compounds are not always used as conductors
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Chapter 7: Problem 73 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Which compounds are not likely to occur: CaKr, N a 2 S, BaC l 3 , MgF? Explain your choices.
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Chapter 7: Problem 74 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Use Table 7.6 to determine which ionic compound has the highest melting point: MgO, KI, or AgCl. Explain your answer
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Chapter 7: Problem 75 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Which has the greater lattice energy, CsCl or KCl? K 2 O or CaO? Explain your choices.
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Chapter 7: Problem 76 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
What information do you need to write a correct chemical formula to represent an ionic compound?
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Chapter 7: Problem 77 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
When are subscripts used in formulas for ionic compounds?
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Chapter 7: Problem 78 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Discuss how an ionic compound is named.
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Chapter 7: Problem 79 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Using oxidation numbers, explain why the formula Na F 2 is incorrect.
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Chapter 7: Problem 80 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Explain what the name scandium(III) oxide means in terms of electrons lost and gained, and identify the correct formula.
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Chapter 7: Problem 81 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Give the formula for each ionic compound. a. calcium iodide b. silver(I) bromide c. copper(II) chloride d. potassium periodate e. silver(I) acetate
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Chapter 7: Problem 82 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Name each of the following ionic compounds. a. K 2 O b. CaC l 2 c. M g 3 N 2 d. NaClO e. KN O 3
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Chapter 7: Problem 83 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Complete Table 7.14 by placing the symbols, formulas, and names in the blanks. Table 7.14 Identifying Ionic Compounds Cation Anion Name Formula ammonium sulfate Pb F 2 lithium bromide N a 2 C O 3 M g 2+ P O 4 3-
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Chapter 7: Problem 84 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Chrome Chromium, a transition metal used in chrome plating, forms both the C r 2+ and C r 3+ ions. Write the formulas for the ionic compounds formed when each of these ions react with fluorine and oxygen ions
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Chapter 7: Problem 85 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Which are correct formulas for ionic compounds? For those that are not correct, give the correct formula and justify your answer. a. AlCl c. BaO H 2 b. N a 3 S O 4 d. F e 2 O
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Chapter 7: Problem 86 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Write the formulas for all of the ionic compounds that can be formed by combining each of the cations with each of the anions listed in Table 7.15. Name each compound formed. Table 7.15 List of Cations and Anions Cations Anions K + S O 3 2- N H 4 + I - F e 3+ N O 3 -
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Chapter 7: Problem 88 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Briefly explain why metallic alloys are made.
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Chapter 7: Problem 89 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Briefly describe how malleability and ductility of metals are explained by metallic bonding
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Chapter 7: Problem 90 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Compare and contrast the two types of metal alloys.
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Chapter 7: Problem 91 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Explain how a metallic bond is similar to an ionic bond.
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Chapter 7: Problem 92 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Brass Copper and zinc are used to form brass, an alloy. Briefly explain why these two metals form a substitutional alloy and not an interstitial alloy
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Chapter 7: Problem 93 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
How is a metallic bond different from an ionic bond?
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Chapter 7: Problem 94 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Silver Briefly explain why silver is a good conductor of electricity.
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Chapter 7: Problem 95 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Steel Briefly explain why steel, an alloy of iron, is used to build the supporting structure of many buildings
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Chapter 7: Problem 96 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
The melting point of beryllium is 1287C, while that of lithium is 180C. Explain the large difference in values.
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Chapter 7: Problem 97 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Titanium has a boiling point of 3287C, and copper has a boiling point of 2567C. Explain why there is a difference in the boiling points of these two metals.
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Chapter 7: Problem 98 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Alloys Describe the difference between the metal alloy sterling silver and carbon steel in terms of the types of alloys involved.
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Chapter 7: Problem 99 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Give the number of valence electrons for atoms of oxygen, sulfur, arsenic, phosphorus, and bromine.
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Chapter 7: Problem 100 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Explain why calcium can form a C a 2+ ion but not a C a 3+ ion.
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Chapter 7: Problem 101 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Which ionic compounds would have the greatest lattice energy: NaCl, KCl, or MgC l 2 ? Explain your answer
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Chapter 7: Problem 102 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Give the formula for each ionic compound. a. sodium sulfide b. iron(III) chloride c. sodium sulfate d. calcium phosphate e. zinc nitrate
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Chapter 7: Problem 103 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Cobalt, a transition metal, forms both the C o 2+ and C o 3+ ions. Write the correct formulas, and give the name for the oxides formed by the two different ions.
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Chapter 7: Problem 104 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Complete Table 7.16. Table 7.16 Element, Electron, and Ion Data Element Valence Electrons Ion Formed Selenium Tin Iodine Argon
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Chapter 7: Problem 105 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Gold Briefly explain why gold can be used both in jewelry and as a conductor in electronic devices
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Chapter 7: Problem 106 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Discuss the formation of the nickel ion with a 2+ oxidation number.
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Chapter 7: Problem 107 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Compare the oxyanions sulfate and sulfite.
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Chapter 7: Problem 108 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Using electron-dot structures, diagram the formation of an ionic bond between potassium and iodine.
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Chapter 7: Problem 109 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Magnesium forms both an oxide and a nitride when burned in air. Discuss the formation of magnesium oxide and magnesium nitride when magnesium atoms react with oxygen and nitrogen atoms.
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Chapter 7: Problem 110 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
An external force easily deforms sodium metal, while sodium chloride shatters when the same amount of force is applied. Why do these two solids behave so differently?
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Chapter 7: Problem 111 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Name each ionic compound. a. CaO b. BaS c. AlP O 4 d. Ba(OH ) 2 e. Sr(N O 3 )
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Chapter 7: Problem 112 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Design a concept map to explain the physical properties of both ionic compounds and metallic solids.
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Chapter 7: Problem 113 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Predict which solid in each pair will have the higher melting point. Explain your answers. a. NaCl or CsCl b. Ag or Cu c. N a 2 O or MgO
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Chapter 7: Problem 114 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Compare and contrast cations and anions
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Chapter 7: Problem 115 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Observe and Infer Identify the mistakes in the incorrect formulas and formula names, and design a flowchart to prevent the mistakes. a. copper acetate d. disodium oxide b. M g 2 O 2 e. A l 2 S O 43 c. P b 2 O 5 S2- Al3+ N3- Ca2+ F- Na+ Figure 7.17
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Chapter 7: Problem 116 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Apply Examine the ions in the beaker shown in Figure 7.17. Identify two compounds that could form using the available ions, and explain why this is possible.
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Chapter 7: Problem 117 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Apply Praseodymium is a lanthanide element that reacts with hydrochloric acid, forming praseodymium(III) chloride. It also reacts with nitric acid, forming praseodymium(III) nitrate. Praseodymium has the electron configuration [Xe]4 f 3 6 s 2 . a. Examine the electron configuration, and explain how praseodymium forms a 3+ ion. b. Write the correct formulas for both compounds formed by praseodymium.
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Chapter 7: Problem 118 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Hypothesize Look at the locations of potassium and calcium on the periodic table. Form a hypothesis to explain why the melting point of calcium is considerably higher than the melting point of potassium.
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Chapter 7: Problem 119 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Assess Explain why the term delocalized is an appropriate term for the electrons involved in metallic bonding.
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Chapter 7: Problem 120 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Apply All uncharged atoms have valence electrons. Explain why elements such as iodine and sulfur do not have metallic bonds.
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Chapter 7: Problem 121 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Analyze Explain why lattice energy is a negative quantity
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Chapter 7: Problem 122 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Ionic Compounds Chrysoberyl is a transparent or translucent mineral that is sometimes opalescent. It is composed of beryllium aluminum oxide, BeA l 2 O 4 . Identify the oxidation numbers of each of the ions found in this compound. Explain the formation of this ionic compound.
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Chapter 7: Problem 123 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
You are given a liquid of unknown density. The mass of a graduated cylinder containing 2.00 mL of the liquid is 34.68 g. The mass of the empty graduated cylinder is 30.00 g. Given this information, determine the density of the liquid. (Chapter 2)
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Chapter 7: Problem 124 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
In the laboratory, students used a balance and a graduated cylinder to collect the data shown in Table 7.17. Calculate the density of the sample. If the accepted value of this sample is 7.01 g/mL, calculate the percent error. (Chapter 2) Table 7.17 Volume and Mass Data Mass of sample 19.21 g Volume of water alone 39.0 mL Volume of water + sample 43.1 mL
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Chapter 7: Problem 125 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
A mercury atom drops in energy from 1.413 1 0 -18 J to 1.069 1 0 -18 J. (Chapter 5) a. What is the energy of the photon emitted by the mercury atom? b. What is the frequency of the photon emitted by the mercury atom? c. What is the wavelength of the photon emitted by the mercury atom?
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Chapter 7: Problem 126 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Which element has the greater ionization energy, chlorine or carbon? (Chapter 6)
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Chapter 7: Problem 127 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Compare and contrast the ways in which metals and nonmetals form ions, and explain why they are different. (Chapter 6)
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Chapter 7: Problem 128 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
What are transition elements? (Chapter 6)
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Chapter 7: Problem 129 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Write the symbol and name of the element that fits each description. (Chapter 6) a. the second-lightest of the halogens b. the metalloid with the lowest period number c. the only group 16 element that is a gas at room temperature d. the heaviest of the noble gases e. the group 15 nonmetal that is a solid at room temperature
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Chapter 7: Problem 130 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Free Radicals Many researchers believe that free radicals are responsible for the effects of aging and cancer. Research free radicals, and write about the cause and what can be done to prevent free radicals.
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Chapter 7: Problem 131 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Growing Crystals Crystals of ionic compounds can be easily grown in the laboratory setting. Research the growth of crystals, and design an experiment to grow a crystal in the laboratory.
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Chapter 7: Problem 132 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Identify the anions and cations listed in Table 7.18
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Chapter 7: Problem 133 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Create a bar graph of each ions concentration. Explain why this is a difficult graph to draw.
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Chapter 7: Problem 134 Chemistry: Matter & Change 1
Sodium chloride is not the only ionic compound that forms from sea water. Identify four other compounds that could be formed that contain the sodium ion. Write both the formula and the name for each compound.
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