2.1. Basic Properties of Chemicals

Try these first

1. 1.

   What are organic compounds?

   Hint

   Think about what element is critical in organic chemistry.

2. 2.

   What is meant by hazardous chemicals?

   Hint

   Consider the impact of certain chemicals in everyday life.

3. 3.

   Which of the following is an example of an organic compound?

   • Methane
   • Sodium
   • Mercury

   Hint

   Remember which compounds contain carbon.

4. 4.

   True or False: Inorganic compounds do not include carbon at all.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider carbon's presence in some inorganic contexts.

5. 5.

   Given a water sample suspected of contamination with heavy metals, outline a strategy for testing and monitoring that includes consideration of chemical classifications.

   Hint

   Focus on methods used in environmental chemistry for analysis.

6. 6.

   Critique the environmental risks associated with the use of polyaromatic hydrocarbons in industrial applications and propose alternatives.

   Hint

   Consider sustainable practices and regulatory guidelines.