Introductory Chemistry: Atoms First, 5e (Russo/Silver)
Chapter 8 Chemical Reactions
8.1 Multiple-Choice Questions
1) Which of the following statements is correct about a superconductor?
A) It possesses the extraordinary property, when cooled, to have a magnet float as if defying
gravity.
B) It conducts electricity with zero resistance.
C) It prevents magnetic field lines from penetrating it.
D) All of the above statements are correct about a superconductor.
2) In a gas-phase reaction ________.
A) only the products are gases
B) only the reactants are gases
C) both the reactants and the products are gases
D) solids and liquids may be present, but at least one reagent must be a gas
3) Which process releases energy?
A) bond formation
B) bond breaking
C) both A and B
D) none of the above
4) Which process absorbs energy?
A) bond formation
B) bond breaking
C) both A and B
D) none of the above