Everyday chemistry: acids bases salts fuels fertilizers and plastics. - One Line Questions

1. What is the pH range for acidic solutions? Below 7
2. Which of the following acids is found in lemons and limes? Citric acid
3. What are the products of a neutralization reaction? Salt and Water
4. A solution with a pH of 7 is considered: Neutral
5. What is the common name for Sodium Chloride? Table salt
6. Plastics are generally: Non-biodegradable
7. Which of the following is a characteristic of an acid? Accepts protons (H+ ions)
8. What color change indicates the presence of starch when iodine solution is added? Blue-black
9. Which element is commonly found in all fertilizers to promote plant growth? Nitrogen
10. Which acid is responsible for the sour taste of curd or yogurt? Lactic acid
11. Which fossil fuel is primarily composed of methane? Natural Gas
12. Which of the following is NOT a fossil fuel? Biogas
13. What are fossil fuels formed from? Decomposed plant and animal remains
14. Vinegar is a dilute solution of which acid? Acetic acid
15. What is the primary use of natural gas as a fuel? Generating electricity and heating homes
16. Which of the following is a common example of a plastic? Polyester
17. What is the primary characteristic that makes plastics useful in many applications? Versatility and moldability
18. What is the primary advantage of using CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) as a fuel? It causes less pollution than petrol or diesel.
19. Which substance is used to test for the presence of starch? Iodine solution
20. Which of the following is a primary component of LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)? Propane and Butane
21. Which of the following is a major component of petroleum? Hydrocarbons
22. What is the main component of 'Potash' fertilizer? Potassium
23. Potassium fertilizers are important for which plant function? Water regulation and disease resistance
24. The reaction between an acid and a base is called: Neutralization
25. Which gas is produced when an acid reacts with a reactive metal like zinc? Hydrogen
26. Burning of fossil fuels releases which greenhouse gas into the atmosphere? Carbon Dioxide
27. Which indicator turns red in acidic solutions and blue in basic solutions? Litmus
28. Which nutrient is crucial for leaf development and chlorophyll formation in plants? Nitrogen
29. Which plastic is known for its rigidity and is often used in pipes and window frames? Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
30. What does the 'PET' in PET bottles stand for? Polyethylene Terephthalate
31. What is the process of converting large molecules into smaller ones by breaking chemical bonds, often used in refining petroleum? Cracking
32. Which type of plastic is commonly used for making disposable cups and containers? Polystyrene
33. Which of the following is a natural polymer? Cellulose
34. Which type of plastic is commonly used for making plastic bags and films? Polyethylene
35. Which of the following is a synthetic fertilizer that provides nitrogen? Urea
36. What is the main ingredient in 'washing soda' (Sodium Carbonate)? Sodium carbonate decahydrate
37. What is the chemical name for baking soda? Sodium bicarbonate
38. Which salt is commonly used as an antacid to neutralize excess stomach acid? Magnesium Hydroxide (Mg(OH)2)
39. Which base is commonly found in soaps and detergents? Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH)
40. The reaction of sodium hydroxide with hydrochloric acid produces: Sodium chloride and water
41. Excessive use of fertilizers can lead to: Water pollution (eutrophication)
42. Which of the following is a non-renewable source of energy? Coal
43. Which of these is a characteristic property of a base? Turns red litmus blue
44. Which of the following is a characteristic of a base? Corrosive
45. What is the main environmental concern associated with plastics? Their non-biodegradability leads to pollution.
46. Which of the following is a common characteristic of acids? They react with metals to produce hydrogen gas.
47. Bases typically exhibit which of the following properties? They react with acids to form salts and water.
48. What is the main purpose of fertilizers in agriculture? To provide essential nutrients to plants
49. Which fertilizer provides phosphorus to plants, essential for root development and flowering? Superphosphate
50. When baking soda is heated, it produces carbon dioxide, which makes cakes and bread fluffy. This is an example of a decomposition reaction. What else is produced? Water and sodium carbonate