Science Pass Review

The table shows the number of neutrons, protons, and electrons for two atoms. How are the two atoms alike?

• They have the same charge.

• They have the same mass number.

• They have the same atomic number

• They are atoms of the same element.

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The diagram shows the arrangement of electrons in a neon atom. How many protons are present in this atom's nucleus?

• 10

• 8

• 2

• There is not enough information to answer this question.

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Elements with seven valence electrons —

• are highly reactive

• are highly stable

• have a high mass

• have a low mass

Which of these elements would have properties most similar to arsenic (As)? Use the periodic table and your notes slides.

• Silicon (Si)

• Selenium (Se)

• Tin (Sn)

• Phosphorus (P)

Sulfur is a nonmetal. Of the following, the physical characteristic that is most likely to describe a sample of sulfur is —

• a shiny appearance

• brittleness

• malleability

• ductility

Potassium nitrate is a compound used in some fertilizers. Its chemical formula

is KNO3. How many TOTAL atoms are in each unit of potassium nitrate?

• 2

• 5

• 3

• 9

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Look at the pictures above. A shows the bag before the vinegar and baking soda are mixed together, and B shows it after they are mixed together. In which picture do the contents of the bag have the greater mass?

• The mass is greater in A—before they are mixed.

• The mass is greater in B—after they are mixed.

• The mass is the same in both.

• The mass depends on the temperature.

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A student uses a magnet to move a .04 kg ball bearing. The magnet exerts a force of 4N, which causes the ball bearing to begin moving. What is the acceleration of the ball bearing when it begins to move?

• .01 m/s2

• .16 m/s2

• 3.96 m/s2

• 100 m/s2

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While practicing in a simulator, an astronaut experienced an acceleration of 26 m/s2. The astronaut's mass was 63.0 kg. In Newtons, what force did the astronaut experience?

• 2.42 N

• 37 N

• 1638 N

• 42,588 N

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What is the primary gas found in Earth's atmosphere?

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

• Carbon Dioxide

• Hydrogen