2.1 - Basic Properties of Chemicals
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Practice Questions
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What are organic compounds?
💡 Hint: Think about what element is critical in organic chemistry.
What is meant by hazardous chemicals?
💡 Hint: Consider the impact of certain chemicals in everyday life.
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Which of the following is an example of an organic compound?
💡 Hint: Remember which compounds contain carbon.
True or False: Inorganic compounds do not include carbon at all.
💡 Hint: Consider carbon's presence in some inorganic contexts.
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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.
Critique the environmental risks associated with the use of polyaromatic hydrocarbons in industrial applications and propose alternatives.
💡 Hint: Consider sustainable practices and regulatory guidelines.
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