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Example Question #171 : Middle School Physical Science

In the following equation, what is the missing product?

Zn + 2HCl --> ZnCl2 + ______

Possible Answers:

Zn

Cl2

2HCl

H2

Correct answer:

H2

Explanation:

The answer is H2 because there are 2 Hydrogen atoms from the reactant side that are unaccounted for in the products.

The law of conservation of mass states that mass can neither be created nor destroyed in a chemical reaction. Thus, the amount of matter cannot change. Because mass is always conserved in chemical reactions, balanced chemical equations have the same number and type of each atom on both sides of the equation. Products in chemical reactions are the result of the same number of atoms being rearranged into new substances. 

The law of conservation of mass only applies in “closed systems” meaning that the mass and energy is not able to escape to the environment. For example, if you are boiling water on the stove and you put a lid on your pot, the water vapor will collect inside the pot. This is a closed system, and the amount of mass will not change, though it will be converted from liquid to gas. If you take the lid off your pot, the evaporated water will escape into your kitchen and the total amount of matter will change. You opened your system!

 

Example Question #171 : Middle School Physical Science

What is a conductor?

Possible Answers:

A conductor is a substance that transfers electric or heat energy easily.

A conductor is a substance that transfers motion easily

A conductor is a substance that does NOT transfer electric or heat energy easily.

A conductor is a substance that makes electrons move in a line like a train

Correct answer:

A conductor is a substance that transfers electric or heat energy easily.

Explanation:

A conductor is a substance that transfers electric or heat energy easily.

Some types of matter transfer energy more easily than others. These substances are called “conductors.” An electrical conductor is a substance in which electrical charge carriers, usually electrons, move easily from atom to atom with the application of voltage. Conductivity, in general, is the capacity to transmit something, such as electricity or heat. Some examples of conductors are copper, steel, gold, aluminum, and brass. If a substance does NOT transfer energy efficiently, it is called an insulator. Some common insulators are: Glass, Air, Plastic, Rubber, Porcelain, and Wood.

Example Question #172 : Middle School Physical Science

Which of these is an example of a conductor?

Possible Answers:

wood

mud

water

grass

Correct answer:

water

Explanation:

The answer is water because electric and heat energy move easily through it.

Some types of matter transfer energy more easily than others. These substances are called “conductors.” An electrical conductor is a substance in which electrical charge carriers, usually electrons, move easily from atom to atom with the application of voltage. Conductivity, in general, is the capacity to transmit something, such as electricity or heat. Some examples of conductors are copper, steel, gold, aluminum, and brass. If a substance does NOT transfer energy efficiently, it is called an insulator. Some common insulators are: Glass, Air, Plastic, Rubber, Porcelain, and Wood.

Example Question #173 : Middle School Physical Science

Which of these is NOT an example of a conductor?

Possible Answers:

copper

iron

steel

glass

Correct answer:

glass

Explanation:

The answer is glass.

Some types of matter transfer energy more easily than others. These substances are called “conductors.” An electrical conductor is a substance in which electrical charge carriers, usually electrons, move easily from atom to atom with the application of voltage. Conductivity, in general, is the capacity to transmit something, such as electricity or heat. Some examples of conductors are copper, steel, gold, aluminum, and brass. If a substance does NOT transfer energy efficiently, it is called an insulator. Some common insulators are: Glass, Air, Plastic, Rubber, Porcelain, and Wood.

Example Question #174 : Middle School Physical Science

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The image shows a plug that goes into an electrical outlet. Which best describes the plug?

Possible Answers:

the surrounding rubber is an insulator and the metal prong is a conductor.

the whole device is an insulator

the surrounding rubber is a conductor and the metal prong is an insulator.

the whole device is a conductor

Correct answer:

the surrounding rubber is an insulator and the metal prong is a conductor.

Explanation:

The answer is "the surrounding rubber is an insulator and the plug is a conductor."

Some types of matter transfer energy more easily than others. These substances are called “conductors.” An electrical conductor is a substance in which electrical charge carriers, usually electrons, move easily from atom to atom with the application of voltage. Conductivity, in general, is the capacity to transmit something, such as electricity or heat. Some examples of conductors are copper, steel, gold, aluminum, and brass. If a substance does NOT transfer energy efficiently, it is called an insulator. Some common insulators are: Glass, Air, Plastic, Rubber, Porcelain, and Wood.

Example Question #175 : Middle School Physical Science

What is an insulator?

Possible Answers:

An insulator is a substance that is an energy source for another substance.

An insulator is a substance that readily transfers energy.

An insulator is a substance that does not readily transfer energy.

An insulator is a substance that is a magnet and an energy source.

Correct answer:

An insulator is a substance that does not readily transfer energy.

Explanation:

An insulator is a substance that does not readily transfer energy.

Some types of matter transfer energy more easily than others. These substances are called “conductors.” An electrical conductor is a substance in which electrical charge carriers, usually electrons, move easily from atom to atom with the application of voltage. Conductivity, in general, is the capacity to transmit something, such as electricity or heat. Some examples of conductors are copper, steel, gold, aluminum, and brass. If a substance does NOT transfer energy efficiently, it is called an insulator. Some common insulators are: Glass, Air, Plastic, Rubber, Porcelain, and Wood.

Example Question #176 : Middle School Physical Science

Jamal wants to make an electrical circuit, but he only has a power source and two wires that are not connected. Which of the following must Jamal also have to make an electrical circuit?

Possible Answers:

a rubber stopper

a conductor

an insulator

a battery

Correct answer:

a conductor

Explanation:

Jamal would also need an electrical conductor to complete the circuit

Some types of matter transfer energy more easily than others. These substances are called “conductors.” An electrical conductor is a substance in which electrical charge carriers, usually electrons, move easily from atom to atom with the application of voltage. Conductivity, in general, is the capacity to transmit something, such as electricity or heat. Some examples of conductors are copper, steel, gold, aluminum, and brass. If a substance does NOT transfer energy efficiently, it is called an insulator. Some common insulators are: Glass, Air, Plastic, Rubber, Porcelain, and Wood.

Example Question #177 : Middle School Physical Science

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Which of the following items would NOT complete the circuit in combination with the items pictured?

Possible Answers:

glass

an iron nail

wood

wool

Correct answer:

wool

Explanation:

The answer is "wool"

Some types of matter transfer energy more easily than others. These substances are called “conductors.” An electrical conductor is a substance in which electrical charge carriers, usually electrons, move easily from atom to atom with the application of voltage. Conductivity, in general, is the capacity to transmit something, such as electricity or heat. Some examples of conductors are copper, steel, gold, aluminum, and brass. If a substance does NOT transfer energy efficiently, it is called an insulator. Some common insulators are: Glass, Air, Plastic, Rubber, Porcelain, and Wood.

Example Question #178 : Middle School Physical Science

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Which of these items is needed to make the light bulb light up?

Possible Answers:

an insulator

a conductor

a piece of wood

another power source

Correct answer:

a conductor

Explanation:

The answer is "a conductor."

Some types of matter transfer energy more easily than others. These substances are called “conductors.” An electrical conductor is a substance in which electrical charge carriers, usually electrons, move easily from atom to atom with the application of voltage. Conductivity, in general, is the capacity to transmit something, such as electricity or heat. Some examples of conductors are copper, steel, gold, aluminum, and brass. If a substance does NOT transfer energy efficiently, it is called an insulator. Some common insulators are: Glass, Air, Plastic, Rubber, Porcelain, and Wood.

Example Question #179 : Middle School Physical Science

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Which of these would complete the electrical circuit?

Possible Answers:

plastic

air

a piece of glass

an iron nail

Correct answer:

an iron nail

Explanation:

The answer is an iron nail.

Some types of matter transfer energy more easily than others. These substances are called “conductors.” An electrical conductor is a substance in which electrical charge carriers, usually electrons, move easily from atom to atom with the application of voltage. Conductivity, in general, is the capacity to transmit something, such as electricity or heat. Some examples of conductors are copper, steel, gold, aluminum, and brass. If a substance does NOT transfer energy efficiently, it is called an insulator. Some common insulators are: Glass, Air, Plastic, Rubber, Porcelain, and Wood.

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