Nature of Matter: Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures
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Pure Substances vs. Mixtures
SubtopicPure Substances vs. Mixtures under Nature of Matter: Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures for Grade 8 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
In a mixture of sand and salt, the components can be separated using:
A.Only chemical methods
B.Filtration followed by evaporation
C.Magnetism only
D.Nuclear fission
- 2.
What is the atomicity of Helium?
A.Monoatomic
B.Diatomic
C.Triatomic
D.Polyatomic
- 3.
A substance with a fixed chemical formula is always a/an:
A.Mixture
B.Pure Substance
C.Impure Substance
D.Alloy
- 4.
Which of the following elements is a gas at room temperature?
A.Sulfur
B.Chlorine
C.Carbon
D.Iodine
- 5.
In a laboratory, two materials are combined and treated as shown in the diagram. The resulting product has a fixed composition by mass and possesses properties that are entirely different from the starting materials and . What is the classification of product ?
A.Homogeneous solution
B.Heterogeneous mixture
C.Pure compound
D.Element
- 6.
A student performs an experiment on a liquid sample as shown in the flowchart. Since the process of centrifugation results in the separation of components with different physical densities without any chemical change, the original liquid should be classified as a/an:
A.Element
B.Mixture
C.Compound
D.Pure substance
- 7.
A substance 'X' can be decomposed into two simpler substances by passing an electric current through it. 'X' is most likely a/an:
A.Element
B.Compound
C.Mixture
D.Alloy
- 8.
Which of these substances is an example of a polyatomic element?
A.Argon
B.Helium
C.Phosphorus ()
D.Sodium
- 9.
Which of the following is the defining property of a colloid that makes it different from a suspension?
A.Colloid particles settle down when left undisturbed.
B.Colloid particles are too small to be seen with the naked eye but scatter light.
C.Colloids are always transparent like water.
D.Colloids can be separated using ordinary filter paper.
- 10.
A mixture containing two solids, one of which is magnetic and the other is soluble in water, can be separated by:
A.Filtration then Crystallization
B.Magnetic separation then Dissolution/Evaporation
C.Sublimation then Filtration
D.Distillation then Decantation
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Classification: Elements and Compounds
SubtopicClassification: Elements and Compounds under Nature of Matter: Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures for Grade 8 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
What is the symbol for the element Barium?
A.B
B.Be
C.Ba
D.Br
- 2.
Which of the following is an example of a triatomic molecule of an element?
A.B.C.D. - 3.
What is the chemical formula for Sodium Hydroxide (Caustic Soda)?
A.B.C.D. - 4.
The symbol '' represents which element?
A.Antimony
B.Tin
C.Selenium
D.Strontium
- 5.
Which of these is a correct formula for a compound containing three different elements?
A.B.C.D. - 6.
Which element is the most abundant in the Earth's crust?
A.Silicon
B.Aluminum
C.Oxygen
D.Iron
- 7.
The symbol '' represents which metal?
A.Silver
B.Mercury
C.Tin
D.Antimony
- 8.
Which of the following diagrams correctly represents a molecule of a compound?
A.A diagram showing two identical spheres joined together.
B.A diagram showing three different types of spheres chemically bonded together.
C.A diagram showing single spheres floating independently.
D.A diagram showing a mixture of circles and squares not touching each other.
- 9.
The ratio of the mass of Nitrogen to the mass of Hydrogen in a molecule of Ammonia is . If a sample of Ammonia contains of Hydrogen, what is the mass of Nitrogen in the sample?
A.B.C.D. - 10.
Which of the following statements about pure substances is true?
A.Pure substances may be either elements or compounds.
B.Pure substances are always made of only one type of molecule.
C.Pure substances can be separated into other kinds of matter by physical force.
D.Pure substances always have the same physical properties as their constituents.
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Metals and Non-metals
SubtopicMetals and Non-metals under Nature of Matter: Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures for Grade 8 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
Which of the following is correct about non-metals?
A.They are generally solid and hard
B.They are good conductors of heat
C.They generally do not react with water
D.They can be drawn into wires
- 2.
Which non-metal is used to preserve food items by creating an inert atmosphere?
A.Oxygen
B.Hydrogen
C.Nitrogen
D.Chlorine
- 3.
When iron reacts with copper sulphate, the reaction is . This is an example of a:
A.Combination reaction
B.Decomposition reaction
C.Displacement reaction
D.Neutralization reaction
- 4.
Why is copper NOT used to make jewelry that needs to stay shiny forever without any maintenance?
A.It is too hard
B.It reacts with moist air
C.It is very brittle
D.It is a non-metal
- 5.
What is the result of dissolving Phosphorus pentoxide in water?
A.Phosphoric acid
B.Phosphorous acid
C.Phosphine gas
D.Phosphorus hydroxide
- 6.
Which of the following elements is found in a liquid state if kept on the palm of your hand?
A.Gallium
B.Sodium
C.Aluminum
D.Calcium
- 7.
What happens when a zinc plate is placed in a solution of copper sulphate?
A.No reaction takes place
B.The solution remains blue
C.Zinc displaces copper, forming zinc sulphate
D.Copper displaces zinc, forming copper sulphate
- 8.
A student is analyzing three metals labeled X, Y, and Z. Based on the chemical test results shown in the flowchart and the additional observation that Metal 'Y' is a lustrous precious metal used in jewelry that does not oxidize even at high temperatures, identify the identities of the metals.
A.X is Zinc, Y is Silver, Z is Copper
B.X is Copper, Y is Silver, Z is Zinc
C.X is Iron, Y is Copper, Z is Silver
D.X is Silver, Y is Gold, Z is Iron
- 9.
Which of the following non-metals is used in water purification to kill germs?
A.Iodine
B.Chlorine
C.Bromine
D.Fluorine
- 10.
Stainless steel is an alloy of iron with:
A.Carbon and Zinc
B.Chromium and Nickel
C.Copper and Tin
D.Manganese and Aluminum
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Minerals and Ores
SubtopicMinerals and Ores under Nature of Matter: Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures for Grade 8 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
Which of the following is a characteristic of a mixture but NOT a compound?
A.Has a fixed chemical formula
B.Constituents can be separated by physical methods
C.Always homogeneous in nature
D.Formed by a chemical reaction
- 2.
The shorthand notation used to represent an element is called its:
A.Equation
B.Formula
C.Symbol
D.Reaction
- 3.
Calamine is an important ore used to extract which metal?
A.Zinc
B.Lead
C.Copper
D.Iron
- 4.
What is the chemical symbol for Lead?
A.Ld
B.Le
C.Pb
D.Pd
- 5.
What is the common name for the mineral Magnesium Sulphate Heptahydrate ()?
A.Blue Vitriol
B.Epsom Salt
C.Baking Soda
D.Common Salt
- 6.
Which of the following is an example of a mixture of compounds found naturally as a mineral resource?
A.Crude Oil (Petroleum)
B.Distilled Water
C.Oxygen Gas
D.Pure Copper Wire
- 7.
Identify the mineral that is the primary source of fluorine.
A.Cryolite
B.Fluorspar ()
C.Bauxite
D.Galena
- 8.
Among the following, which one is a 'Sulphate' ore?
A.Barytes ()
B.Bauxite ()
C.Calamine ()
D.Cinnabar ()
- 9.
What is the result of the reaction between a basic gangue and an acidic flux?
A.Matrix
B.Slag
C.Pure metal
D.Roasting gas
- 10.
Which of the following is NOT an ore of Magnesium?
A.Carnallite
B.Dolomite
C.Epsom salt
D.Galena
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Synthetic Fibres and Plastics
SubtopicSynthetic Fibres and Plastics under Nature of Matter: Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures for Grade 8 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
Which gas is used in the manufacture of ammonia and also for filling balloons (because it is very light)?
A.Oxygen
B.Carbon dioxide
C.Hydrogen
D.Argon
- 2.
Which of the following is NOT a property of plastics?
A.Non-reactive
B.Light and durable
C.Good conductors of electricity
D.Can be molded into shapes
- 3.
Compounds are formed as a result of a:
A.Physical change
B.Chemical change
C.Temporary change
D.Mechanical change
- 4.
Which of the following is a liquid metal at room temperature?
A.Sodium
B.Mercury
C.Potassium
D.Bromine
- 5.
Which of the following substances consists of only one type of atom?
A.Carbon dioxide
B.Methane
C.Diamond (Carbon)
D.Glucose
- 6.
If 'Poly' means many and 'mer' means units, a polymer is a chain of many:
A.Large molecules
B.Identical atoms
C.Small repeating units
D.Different compounds
- 7.
What type of change occurs when iron and sulphur are mixed together without heating?
A.Chemical change
B.Physical change
C.No change occurs
D.Biological change
- 8.
A recycling facility uses a density-based separation technique to sort a mixture of three plastic wastes: Polythene (Density ), Nylon (Density ), and PVC (Density ). They use two liquids for this process: Water (Density ) and a concentrated Salt Solution (Density ). Based on the separation flowchart provided, which statement is scientifically accurate?
A.Substance is PVC, and the separation is a chemical change because the plastic reacts with water to float.
B.Substance is Nylon, and the process is a physical separation because the components of the mixture retain their original properties.
C.Substance is Polythene, and the flowchart shows it is an element because it cannot be further separated by the salt solution.
D.Substance is Polythene, and the separation relies on the fact that mixtures of plastics always have a fixed melting point.
- 9.
Which specific property of synthetic fibers makes them dry faster than natural fibers?
A.Low tensile strength
B.High chemical resistance
C.Low water absorption (hydrophobic nature)
D.High density
- 10.
A solid mixture contains , , and . Which sequence of steps would best separate these three?
A.Sublimation, then dissolve in water and filter, then evaporate
B.Filtration, then sublimation, then distillation
C.Magnetic separation, then crystallization, then filtration
D.Dissolve in water, then filter, then sublimate
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What Are Mixtures?
SubtopicWhat Are Mixtures? under Nature of Matter: Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures for Grade 8 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
When we make a mixture, is there a change in the chemical identity of the parts?
A.Yes, they become new atoms
B.Yes, they form chemical bonds
C.No, they keep their chemical identity
D.Only if the mixture is homogeneous
- 2.
Is blood considered a mixture or a pure substance?
A.Pure substance (Element)
B.Pure substance (Compound)
C.Mixture
D.None of these
- 3.
A mixture of pebbles and sand can be separated using:
A.Filtration
B.Sieving
C.Magnetic separation
D.Distillation
- 4.
Which of the following describes a 'Pure Substance' in contrast to a 'Mixture'?
A.Made of different types of atoms physically combined
B.Composition varies from sample to sample
C.Has a fixed and constant composition
D.Can be separated by simple handpicking
- 5.
Study the process shown in the diagram where a saltwater solution is heated. Which statement best explains why the starting material is classified as a mixture based on this observation?
A.The salt and water are combined in a fixed ratio by mass.
B.The components can be separated using a physical process like evaporation.
C.The salt loses its original chemical properties when dissolved in water.
D.The formation of the liquid involved a significant release of heat energy.
- 6.
A scientist prepares two different samples by mixing Substance A and Substance B in different amounts, as shown in the diagram. If both resulting samples are classified as mixtures, what characteristic of mixtures is being demonstrated?
A.Mixtures have a fixed melting and boiling point.
B.The components of a mixture must be in a 1:1 ratio.
C.Mixtures show a variable composition of their components.
D.A chemical reaction occurs between Substance A and Substance B.
- 7.
Identify the incorrect statement about mixtures:
A.Mixtures have no fixed chemical formula
B.Formation of a mixture is a chemical change
C.Constituents of a mixture can be in any ratio
D.Constituents retain their individual chemical properties
- 8.
A student is given 200g of a salt solution with a concentration of (mass/mass). The student aims to double this concentration to exactly (mass/mass). Based on the flowchart provided, which process should the student follow to achieve this result?
A.Process A: Adding 20g of salt to the solution
B.Process B: Evaporating 100g of water from the solution
C.Process C: Adding 100g of water to the solution
D.Process D: Removing 100g of the solution from the beaker
- 9.
Brownian motion in colloidal solutions is caused by:
A.Convection currents in the medium.
B.Bombardment of dispersed phase particles by molecules of the dispersion medium.
C.Gravitational pull on the particles.
D.Attraction between oppositely charged ions.
- 10.
Which of the following is NOT a compound?
A.Methane ()
B.Washing soda ()
C.Graphite ()
D.Quick lime ()
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Is air a mixture?
SubtopicIs air a mixture? under Nature of Matter: Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures for Grade 8 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
Which gas is essential for the survival of aquatic animals (dissolved in water)?
A.Nitrogen
B.Carbon dioxide
C.Oxygen
D.Argon
- 2.
Which of the following is true about air?
A.It has a fixed boiling point
B.It is an element
C.Its components can be seen with the naked eye
D.Its properties are the average of the properties of its components
- 3.
If you mix two gases together and no heat is evolved or absorbed, you have formed a:
A.Compound
B.Mixture
C.New element
D.Liquid
- 4.
When we say air is 'homogeneous', we mean:
A.It consists of only one gas
B.It is a compound
C.It has a uniform composition throughout
D.It is always pure
- 5.
Why is the separation of air into its components economically important?
A.To create new elements.
B.To obtain pure gases for medical and industrial use.
C.To make the air breathable.
D.To stop the greenhouse effect.
- 6.
In a mixture of oxygen and nitrogen, if the percentage of oxygen is increased, the mixture's ability to support combustion will:
A.Decrease
B.Increase
C.Remain the same
D.Stop completely
- 7.
When a beam of light passes through a dark room, tiny particles are seen dancing in the air. These are:
A.Molecules of Oxygen
B.Molecules of Nitrogen
C.Dust particles (suspended matter)
D.Atoms of Argon
- 8.
A balloon is filled with air. Over time, the balloon shrinks slightly faster than if it were filled with pure Nitrogen. This is because Oxygen molecules are smaller and diffuse through the rubber faster. This ability of components to diffuse at different rates proves:
A.Air is a compound.
B.Air is a mixture of gases with different physical properties.
C.Nitrogen is a liquid in the balloon.
D.The balloon is creating Oxygen.
- 9.
Why does the concentration of water vapor in the air mixture decrease as temperature drops?
A.Water vapor turns into Oxygen.
B.The capacity of the air mixture to hold water vapor (saturation point) decreases.
C.Water vapor reacts with Nitrogen at low temperatures.
D.Water vapor becomes a noble gas.
- 10.
During a lightning strike, Nitrogen and Oxygen in the air can react to form Nitric Oxide (). This shows that:
A.Air was already a compound.
B.The mixture of air can undergo chemical reactions under high energy conditions.
C.Nitrogen and Oxygen are isotopes of each other.
D.Air is an unstable element.
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Types of mixtures
SubtopicTypes of mixtures under Nature of Matter: Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures for Grade 8 CBSE.
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- 1.
Which of the following is a homogeneous mixture of a gas and a liquid?
A.Mist
B.Soda water
C.Clouds
D.Dusty air
- 2.
Which of the following is a heterogeneous mixture of two liquids?
A.Alcohol and water
B.Oil and water
C.Vinegar and water
D.Salt and water
- 3.
A mixture of common salt and sand can be separated using water by which sequence of steps?
A.Filtration then Evaporation
B.Evaporation then Filtration
C.Magnetic separation then Filtration
D.Sublimation then Filtration
- 4.
Why is air considered a mixture and not a compound?
A.It contains only one type of atom
B.Its composition can vary from place to place
C.It is transparent
D.It is essential for life
- 5.
If a solution is 'dilute', it means it has:
A.Large amount of solute in small amount of solvent
B.Small amount of solute in large amount of solvent
C.No solute at all
D.Reached its saturation point
- 6.
Which of the following represents a liquid-in-gas colloid?
A.Fog
B.Smoke
C.Dust
D.Sponge
- 7.
A student finds that a mixture can be separated into its components by using a simple magnet. The mixture is most likely:
A.Iron and salt
B.Copper and aluminum
C.Sugar and sand
D.Water and oil
- 8.
What is the correct classification for 'Shaving Cream'?
A.Aerosol
B.Foam
C.Emulsion
D.Sol
- 9.
In the context of solutions, what is 'solubility' dependent on?
A.Only the temperature.
B.Only the pressure (for gases).
C.Nature of solute, nature of solvent, and temperature.
D.Only the amount of solute added.
- 10.
Which of the following mixtures is a suspension?
A.Soap solution
B.Starch solution
C.Muddy water
D.Salt solution
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What Are Pure Substances?
SubtopicWhat Are Pure Substances? under Nature of Matter: Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures for Grade 8 CBSE.
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- 1.
The chemical formula for Water is:
A.B.C.D. - 2.
A pure substance can be defined as a substance that:
A.Contains only one type of particle
B.Is found in nature
C.Is always a solid
D.Can be seen with a microscope
- 3.
Which of the following is a compound made of Nitrogen and Hydrogen?
A.Nitric acid
B.Ammonia
C.Nitrogen dioxide
D.Methane
- 4.
Elements are broadly classified into:
A.Solids and Liquids
B.Metals and Non-metals
C.Pure and Impure
D.Organic and Inorganic
- 5.
The provided diagram illustrates the microscopic arrangement of particles in four different containers. Which container represents a 'Pure Substance' composed of identical molecules, where each molecule contains different types of atoms?
A.Container P
B.Container Q
C.Container R
D.Container S
- 6.
A scientist analyzes 'Sample X' and finds the results shown in the diagram. If the ratio by mass of Constituent A to Constituent B remains constant regardless of the sample's source, how should 'Sample X' be classified?
A.A heterogeneous mixture
B.A homogeneous mixture
C.A compound
D.An element
- 7.
A teacher displays a flowchart to categorize different types of matter. Based on the classification shown, what is the most accurate description for the substances that fall under 'Category Y'?
A.They can be separated into simpler components using physical methods like filtration.
B.They consist of two or more types of atoms chemically bonded in a definite proportion.
C.They are made of only one type of atom and cannot be broken down by chemical means.
D.They have a variable composition and do not have fixed melting points.
- 8.
A student performs a chemical reaction by heating of element with of element . After the process, of a new homogeneous substance is produced, which cannot be separated into its components by physical means, and of element is left over. Based on this observation, which conclusion about substance is correct?
A.Substance is a mixture because its composition depends on the initial mass of and provided.
B.Substance is a compound, and the fixed mass ratio of to in this substance is .
C.Substance is an element because the total mass of the final products is less than the initial mass of the reactants.
D.Substance is a compound where the mass ratio of to is because of and of were initially used.
- 9.
Why is pure gold () usually not used for making jewelry, and instead mixed with copper or silver?
A.To change it from a compound to an element.
B.To increase its purity.
C.To make it harder and more durable.
D.To change its melting point to .
- 10.
Which of the following represents a physical change involving a pure substance?
A.Burning of coal
B.Formation of water from hydrogen and oxygen
C.Melting of an ice cube
D.Digestion of food
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What Are the Types of Pure Substances?
SubtopicWhat Are the Types of Pure Substances? under Nature of Matter: Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures for Grade 8 CBSE.
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- 1.
The symbol for Silver is:
A.Si
B.S
C.Ag
D.Au
- 2.
Which of the following contains only one type of molecule?
A.Air
B.Sea water
C.Pure Water
D.Soil
- 3.
Ammonia () is a compound of:
A.Nitrogen and Helium
B.Nitrogen and Hydrogen
C.Neon and Hydrogen
D.Nickel and Hydrogen
- 4.
Sodium () is a very reactive ________.
A.Non-metal
B.Metalloid
C.Metal
D.Gas
- 5.
In the classification of matter, pure substances are categorized based on whether they can be decomposed into simpler substances by chemical means. Examine the flowchart below and select the pair that correctly represents 'Substance 1' and 'Substance 2'.
A.Substance 1: Silver (); Substance 2: Carbon dioxide ()
B.Substance 1: Methane (); Substance 2: Gold ()
C.Substance 1: Nitrogen (); Substance 2: Sugar
D.Substance 1: Air; Substance 2: Copper ()
- 6.
The smallest particle of the element Copper that retains the chemical properties of Copper is a/an:
A.Molecule
B.Atom
C.Proton
D.Compound
- 7.
Compounds are formed by a _________ change.
A.Physical
B.Chemical
C.Biological
D.Reversible
- 8.
An element has high density, high melting point, and is lustrous. To which group does it most likely belong?
A.Non-metals
B.Metals
C.Noble gases
D.Metalloids
- 9.
Which substance can be decomposed into simpler substances by chemical means?
A.Carbon
B.Sodium
C.Water
D.Argon
- 10.
Which of the following is an example of a solid-solid homogeneous mixture (though not a pure substance)?
A.Sand and Sugar
B.Brass
C.Gunpowder
D.Soil
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Elements
SubtopicElements under Nature of Matter: Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures for Grade 8 CBSE.
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- 1.
Which element is required by plants for protein synthesis and is often found in fertilizers?
A.Helium
B.Neon
C.Nitrogen
D.Argon
- 2.
The symbol '' is derived from the Latin word 'Plumbum'. Which element is it?
A.Potassium
B.Phosphorus
C.Lead
D.Palladium
- 3.
Which of the following is the symbol for Iodine?
A.B.C.D. - 4.
Elements that are very unreactive and occur as single atoms are called:
A.Active metals
B.Halogens
C.Noble gases
D.Metalloids
- 5.
Which of the following elements is a non-metal used in the purification of water?
A.Magnesium
B.Potassium
C.Chlorine
D.Gold
- 6.
The element 'Copper' has the symbol . What is its Latin name?
A.Cuprum
B.Cobaltum
C.Carbonium
D.Calciumm
- 7.
Which element's allotrope is used as a lubricant in heavy machinery?
A.Sulfur
B.Carbon
C.Silicon
D.Phosphorus
- 8.
Which element is used in the filament of an incandescent light bulb because of its very high melting point?
A.Copper
B.Tungsten
C.Platinum
D.Silver
- 9.
The atomicity of Helium is:
A.1
B.2
C.3
D.4
- 10.
Which of the following elements is most likely to form a cation (positive ion) by losing electrons?
A.Chlorine
B.Oxygen
C.Sodium
D.Neon
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Compounds
SubtopicCompounds under Nature of Matter: Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures for Grade 8 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
Which of the following is a compound used as a disinfectant in swimming pools?
A.Sodium Chloride
B.Bleaching Powder
C.Sugar
D.Copper
- 2.
What is the chemical formula for Potassium Permanganate?
A.B.C.D. - 3.
When elements form a compound, energy is usually:
A.Neither absorbed nor evolved
B.Absorbed or evolved
C.Only absorbed
D.Only evolved
- 4.
What is the common name for the compound ?
A.Ethane
B.Methane
C.Propane
D.Butane
- 5.
In the process of electrolysis, water (a compound) decomposes into hydrogen and oxygen gases. According to the fixed volume ratio shown in the diagram, if mL of hydrogen gas is collected, what will be the volume of the oxygen gas produced?
A.mL
B.mL
C.mL
D.mL
- 6.
The representation of a compound using symbols and numbers is called its:
A.Chemical symbol
B.Chemical equation
C.Chemical formula
D.Atomic number
- 7.
Identify the compound from the following which is used as a disinfectant in swimming pools.
A.Sodium chloride
B.Potassium permanganate
C.Bleaching powder
D.Copper sulfate
- 8.
A student performs two trials of a reaction between element and element to produce substance . The results are summarized in the flowchart below. Despite doubling the amount of element in the second trial, the mass of produced remained constant, and some of element did not react. This experimental evidence indicates that is a:
A.Mixture, because the leftover amount of element in Trial 2 can be separated by physical means.
B.Element, because it is produced by the chemical combination of two different substances.
C.Compound, because element and element always combine in a definite proportion by mass.
D.Mixture, because its chemical composition changed between the two experimental trials.
- 9.
Which of the following compounds has the highest atomicity?
A.Ammonia
B.Methane
C.Nitric Acid
D.Sulphuric Acid
- 10.
What happens to the chemical properties of Hydrogen and Oxygen when they combine to form Water?
A.Hydrogen remains combustible and Oxygen remains a supporter of combustion.
B.They both lose their individual properties and form a substance that extinguishes fire.
C.Only Oxygen retains its property of supporting combustion.
D.Water becomes a mixture of the two gases and shows both properties.
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How Do We Use Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures?
SubtopicHow Do We Use Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures? under Nature of Matter: Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures for Grade 8 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
Hydrogen is an element that can be used as a clean:
A.Food additive
B.Fuel
C.Building stone
D.Clothing material
- 2.
Vinegar is a mixture of water and:
A.Sulfuric acid
B.Acetic acid
C.Hydrochloric acid
D.Nitric acid
- 3.
Argon is an element used in light bulbs to:
A.Prevent the filament from burning
B.Make the bulb heavy
C.Provide oxygen
D.Change the color of the glass
- 4.
The symbol 'Ag' represents which element?
A.Gold
B.Silver
C.Argon
D.Aluminum
- 5.
Which of the following elements is a metalloid, showing properties of both metals and non-metals?
A.Sodium
B.Arsenic
C.Iron
D.Chlorine
- 6.
A solution in which no more solute can be dissolved at a given temperature is called a:
A.Dilute solution
B.Concentrated solution
C.Saturated solution
D.Unsaturated solution
- 7.
Which property of aluminum makes it suitable for making foils to wrap food items?
A.High ductility
B.High malleability
C.Good conductor of heat
D.Light weight
- 8.
Which of the following correctly describes the nature of 'Smoke'?
A.A homogeneous mixture of gases.
B.A heterogeneous mixture of solid particles in a gas.
C.A compound of carbon and oxygen.
D.A solution of liquid droplets in air.
- 9.
If we mix iron filings and sulfur powder without heating, and then add carbon disulfide (), what will happen?
A.The iron will dissolve.
B.The sulfur will dissolve, and iron will remain as a residue.
C.A black compound will form.
D.Hydrogen sulfide gas will be evolved.
- 10.
What is the common property of all noble gases (elements) like Helium, Neon, and Argon?
A.They are all diatomic.
B.They are all extremely reactive.
C.They have a stable electronic configuration and rarely form compounds.
D.They are found in large quantities in the Earth's crust.
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What Are Minerals?
SubtopicWhat Are Minerals? under Nature of Matter: Elements, Compounds, and Mixtures for Grade 8 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
The chemical symbol for Magnesium is:
A.Ma
B.Mg
C.Mn
D.Ms
- 2.
Which mineral is the primary component of limestone and marble?
A.Quartz
B.Calcite
C.Talc
D.Mica
- 3.
Which of the following is a property of a compound?
A.It can be separated by physical means
B.Its properties are the same as its constituent elements
C.It has a fixed composition
D.It is always a mixture
- 4.
In a mixture of sand and water, sand can be separated by:
A.Evaporation
B.Filtration
C.Distillation
D.Magnetism
- 5.
Which of the following minerals is commonly used in the production of glass?
A.Silica (Quartz)
B.Hematite
C.Bauxite
D.Galena
- 6.
In a chemical sense, most minerals are:
A.Pure elements
B.Chemical compounds
C.Homogeneous mixtures
D.Heterogeneous mixtures
- 7.
Which property is most useful for identifying the mineral 'Calcite' when it reacts with dilute hydrochloric acid?
A.It turns blue
B.It produces bubbles of Carbon dioxide (effervescence)
C.It becomes magnetic
D.It glows in the dark
- 8.
Which mineral is commonly used in the manufacture of drywall and plaster of Paris?
A.Quartz
B.Gypsum
C.Fluorite
D.Calcite
- 9.
In the extraction of metals, why is it important to distinguish between a 'mineral' and an 'ore'?
A.Minerals are always metallic, ores are not
B.An ore is a mineral deposit that can be mined for profit
C.Ores are pure elements, while minerals are compounds
D.There is no scientific difference between the two
- 10.
The 'Luster' of a mineral that looks like paraffin or wax is called:
A.Adamantine
B.Resinous
C.Greasy
D.Waxy
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