Chem 1 Ch. 1 Review

What is the study of chemistry primarily concerned with?

• The study of living organisms and their environments.

• The study of the structure and composition of matter, the processes matter undergoes, and the energy changes that accompany those processes.

• The study of celestial bodies and the universe.

• The study of historical events and their impact on society.

What is the first step in the scientific method?

• Construct Hypothesis

• Ask Question

• Analyze Results

• Report Results

Which of the following involves forming a generalization based on specific observations?

• Deductive reasoning

• Inductive reasoning

• Hypothesis

• Scientific law

What is a hypothesis?

• A proven scientific law

• A testable prediction

• A detailed experiment

• A final conclusion

What is the difference between a theory and a scientific law?

• A theory is a guess, while a law is a fact.

• A theory is a body of knowledge while a law is a specific, mathematical prediction

• A theory is unchangeable, while a law can be modified.

• A theory is a hypothesis, while a law is a theory.

What is a "normal" experiment in chemistry?

• Using imagination and mathematical modeling

• Performing a task and using the senses and tools to collect data

• Reading scientific literature

• Writing a research paper

What is a thought experiment in chemistry?

• Conducting a laboratory test

• Using imagination along with mathematical modeling

• Collecting physical samples

• Observing chemical reactions

Which of the following is a branch of chemistry that deals with the study of living organisms?

• Geochemistry

• Biochemistry

• Physical science

• Analytical chemistry

What branch of chemistry focuses on the composition of the Earth's crust?

• Organic chemistry

• Chemical engineering

• Geochemistry

• Biochemistry

Which field involves the application of chemistry to design and manufacture products?

• Analytical chemistry

• Chemical engineering

• Biochemistry

• Geochemistry