6th grade Chemistry '23

1. The chemical symbol Ca represents

• A. Chlorine
• B. Calcium
• C. Cesium

2. Which of the following is considered a compound?

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3. Sodium (Na) and Chlorine (Cl) are both considered ____________ when they are NOT combined.

• A. solutions
• B. compounds
• C. elements

4. When describing a compound, all of the following statements are true EXCEPT.

• A. Compounds can be broken down into simpler substances
• B. Compounds are made of only one element
• C. Compounds are formed by the combination of two or more elements

5. How many elements are in this compound? (Hint: count the capitals.)

• A. 3
• B. 6
• C. 18
• D. 24

6. Is this an element or a compound?

• A. Element
• B. Compound

7. Is this an element or a compound?

• A. Element
• B. Compound

8. Is this an element or a compound?

• A. Element
• B. Compound

9. Samantha is examining an object in science class. It is a semiconductor, solid, brittle, and is a shiny silver color. The sample is most likely a...

• A. nonmetal
• B. metalloid
• C. metal

10. Roger is examining an object in science class. It is a pale yellow, brittle solid, and dull. The sample is most likely a...

• A. nonmetal
• B. metalloid
• C. metal