Questions from General Chemistry

Q: Explain how some metals, notably aluminum, naturally resist complete oxidation

Explain how some metals, notably aluminum, naturally resist complete oxidation by the atmosphere.

Q: Benzene exhibits resonance. Explain this statement in terms of the different

Benzene exhibits resonance. Explain this statement in terms of the different Lewis structures that can be drawn for benzene.

Q: For each of the following oxidation–reduction reactions, identify which

For each of the following oxidation–reduction reactions, identify which element is oxidized and which is reduced. a. Mg(s) + Br2( l ) MgBr2(s) b. 2Na(s) + S(s) Na2S(s...

Q: If a benzene ring contains several substituents, how are the relative

If a benzene ring contains several substituents, how are the relative locations of the substituents numbered in the systematic name given to the molecule?

Q: What type of “fuel” could be used in a nuclear

What type of “fuel” could be used in a nuclear fusion reactor, and why is this desirable?

Q: What are some important uses of electrolysis?

What are some important uses of electrolysis?

Q: Although the energy transferred per event when a living creature is exposed

Although the energy transferred per event when a living creature is exposed to radiation is small, why is such exposure dangerous?

Q: The “Chemistry in Focus” segment Water-Powered Fireplace discusses

The “Chemistry in Focus” segment Water-Powered Fireplace discusses a fireplace that uses the electrolysis of water to produce hydrogen gas. Write the balanced chemical equation for the electrolysis of...

Q: Write the equation for the synthesis of ethanol from ethylene. What

Write the equation for the synthesis of ethanol from ethylene. What are some commercial uses of ethanol made by this process?

Q: Explain why, although gamma rays are far more penetrating than alpha

Explain why, although gamma rays are far more penetrating than alpha particles, the latter are actually more likely to cause damage to an organism. Which radiation is more effective at causing ionizat...