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Which polymer is used to coat non-stick cookware due to its very low friction coefficient?

  • A PVC
  • B Polythene
  • C PTFE Teflon
  • D Bakelite
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Correct Answer: Option C — PTFE Teflon
Explanation: Polytetrafluoroethylene PTFE commonly known as Teflon is used to coat non-stick cookware due to its extremely low coefficient of friction and resistance to high temperatures.
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Which element is a semiconductor and is the main component of computer chips?

  • A Carbon
  • B Germanium
  • C Silicon
  • D Gallium
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Correct Answer: Option C — Silicon
Explanation: Silicon is a semiconductor element with atomic number 14 and is the primary material used in computer chips integrated circuits and solar cells due to its controllable conductivity.
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What is the process called when a solid changes directly to a gas?

  • A Evaporation
  • B Sublimation
  • C Condensation
  • D Deposition
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Correct Answer: Option B — Sublimation
Explanation: Sublimation is the direct transition of a substance from solid to gas without passing through the liquid phase. Dry ice, which is solid carbon dioxide, is a common example of a substance that sublimes at room temperature.
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Which reaction type involves the breaking of a large molecule into smaller ones?

  • A Synthesis
  • B Displacement
  • C Decomposition
  • D Neutralisation
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Correct Answer: Option C — Decomposition
Explanation: Decomposition reactions break down a single compound into two or more simpler substances often using heat electricity or light as in the thermal decomposition of calcium carbonate.
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Which compound is commonly known as marsh gas?

  • A Ethane
  • B Propane
  • C Methane
  • D Butane
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Correct Answer: Option C — Methane
Explanation: Methane is commonly referred to as marsh gas because it forms naturally from the decomposition of organic matter in swamps and marshes. It is also the main component of natural gas used as fuel worldwide.
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What is the chemical formula for calcium hydroxide also known as slaked lime?

  • A CaO
  • B CaCO3
  • C Ca(OH)2
  • D CaCl2
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Correct Answer: Option C — Ca(OH)2
Explanation: Calcium hydroxide Ca(OH)2 also called slaked lime is made by adding water to quicklime CaO and is used in construction water treatment and to neutralise acidic soils.
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What is the name of the horizontal rows in the periodic table?

  • A Groups
  • B Blocks
  • C Periods
  • D Families
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Correct Answer: Option C — Periods
Explanation: Periods are the horizontal rows in the periodic table and elements in the same period have the same number of electron shells with properties changing systematically across each period.
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Which acid is commonly found in the human stomach?

  • A Sulfuric acid
  • B Acetic acid
  • C Hydrochloric acid
  • D Nitric acid
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Correct Answer: Option C — Hydrochloric acid
Explanation: Hydrochloric acid is secreted by the stomach lining to aid digestion by breaking down food and activating digestive enzymes. It also helps kill harmful bacteria that may be ingested along with food.
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What is the chemical name of aspirin widely used as a pain reliever?

  • A Paracetamol
  • B Acetylsalicylic acid
  • C Ibuprofen
  • D Salicylic acid
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Correct Answer: Option B — Acetylsalicylic acid
Explanation: Aspirin is the brand name for acetylsalicylic acid synthesised by acetylating salicylic acid and has analgesic anti-inflammatory and antiplatelet properties.
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What is the general formula for alkanes?

  • A CnH2n+2
  • B CnH2n
  • C CnH2n-2
  • D CnHn
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Correct Answer: Option A — CnH2n+2
Explanation: Alkanes follow the general formula CnH2n+2, where n represents the number of carbon atoms in the molecule. These saturated hydrocarbons contain only single bonds between carbon atoms and are relatively unreactive compared to alkenes.
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What is the chemical formula for rust formed on iron?

  • A Fe2O
  • B Fe3O4
  • C FeO
  • D Fe2O3
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Correct Answer: Option B — Fe3O4
Explanation: Rust is hydrated iron oxide with the formula Fe2O3 nH2O formed when iron reacts with oxygen and moisture through an electrochemical oxidation process.
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What is the common name for calcium oxide?

  • A Quicklime
  • B Limestone
  • C Gypsum
  • D Slaked lime
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Correct Answer: Option A — Quicklime
Explanation: Calcium oxide is commonly known as quicklime, produced by heating limestone at high temperatures. It reacts vigorously with water to produce slaked lime and is widely used in construction, agriculture, and water treatment.
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Which indicator changes through a full colour range across the pH scale?

  • A Universal indicator
  • B Litmus
  • C Phenolphthalein
  • D Methyl orange
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Correct Answer: Option A — Universal indicator
Explanation: Universal indicator is a mixture of several indicators that changes colour across the full pH range from red in strong acids through green at neutral to purple in strong alkalis.
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Which type of reaction absorbs energy from the surroundings causing the temperature to fall?

  • A Endothermic
  • B Exothermic
  • C Displacement
  • D Combustion
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Correct Answer: Option A — Endothermic
Explanation: Endothermic reactions absorb energy from their surroundings causing a temperature decrease as more energy is required to break bonds in reactants than is released forming products.
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Which type of bond involves the complete transfer of electrons from one atom to another?

  • A Covalent bond
  • B Ionic bond
  • C Metallic bond
  • D Hydrogen bond
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Correct Answer: Option B — Ionic bond
Explanation: An ionic bond involves the complete transfer of one or more electrons from a metal atom to a non-metal atom creating oppositely charged ions that attract each other electrostatically.
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Which element is the lightest metal on the periodic table?

  • A Potassium
  • B Magnesium
  • C Sodium
  • D Lithium
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Correct Answer: Option D — Lithium
Explanation: Lithium is the lightest metal known, with a very low density that allows it to float on water. It is widely used in rechargeable batteries for electronic devices and electric vehicles due to its high energy density.
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What is the chemical formula for laughing gas used as a mild anaesthetic in dentistry?

  • A NO
  • B N2O
  • C NO2
  • D N2O4
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Correct Answer: Option B — N2O
Explanation: Nitrous oxide N2O commonly known as laughing gas is used as a mild anaesthetic and analgesic in dentistry and medicine and produces euphoric effects when inhaled.
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Which particle determines the chemical properties of an element?

  • A Neutron
  • B Electron
  • C Proton
  • D Nucleus
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Correct Answer: Option B — Electron
Explanation: Electrons especially the valence electrons in the outermost shell determine the chemical properties of an element including its reactivity bonding behaviour and the compounds it forms.
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Which of the following elements is a transition metal?

  • A Iron
  • B Sodium
  • C Magnesium
  • D Calcium
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Correct Answer: Option A — Iron
Explanation: Iron is classified as a transition metal, located in the d-block of the periodic table. Transition metals are known for forming colored compounds, having variable oxidation states, and acting as effective catalysts in reactions.
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Which gas is used in fire extinguishers to smother flames by displacing oxygen?

  • A Carbon dioxide
  • B Nitrogen
  • C Oxygen
  • D Water vapour
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Correct Answer: Option A — Carbon dioxide
Explanation: Carbon dioxide is used in fire extinguishers because it displaces oxygen around flames extinguishing the fire without leaving corrosive residue making it ideal for electrical fires.
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