Homework 4 Che 221 General Chemistry I Concordia University

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Classify each of the following elements as main-group or transition elements. Also, specify if they are metals, metalloids, or non-metals:

  • a. Cr
  • b. As
  • c. N
  • d. K
  • e. S
  • f. Bi

Write a short definition for each of the following:

  1. a. molecular compound
  2. b. ionic compound
  3. c. diatomic molecule
  4. d. molecular formula
  5. e. empirical formula

Using ONLY the periodic table, indicate the ion most likely to be formed by an atom of each of the following:

  • a. Cl
  • b. B
  • c. N
  • d. Ca
  • e. Na
  • f. Se

Classify each of the following compounds as molecular or ionic:

  • a. N2Cl4
  • b. KBr
  • c. BaCl2
  • d. sulfur difluoride
  • e. iron(III) oxide
  • f. triphosphorus hexabromide

Write the names of the following formulas:

  • a. RbCl
  • b. K2Se
  • c. Mn(OH)2
  • d. Mg(MnO)

Write the names of the following formulas:

  • a. N3O7
  • b. CCl4
  • c. Cl2O5
  • d. SF6

Write the formulas for the following compounds:

  • a. potassium oxide
  • b. calcium nitrite
  • c. nickel(III) hypochlorite
  • d. molybdenum(IV) cyanide

Write formulas for the following compounds:

  • a. diphosphorus tetrachloride
  • b. selenium trisulfide
  • c. iodine pentafluoride
  • d. arsenic heptachloride

Name or give the formula of the following acids:

  • a. chlorous acid
  • b. hypobromous acid
  • c. HNO2
  • d. HF

Paper For Above instruction

The classification of elements and compounds, along with understanding their properties and nomenclature, is fundamental in chemistry. This paper provides detailed responses to the given questions, emphasizing the concepts of element classification, compound types, ion formation, nomenclature, and chemical formulas, supported by current scientific literature and standard chemistry principles.

Element Classification and Properties

In the periodic table, elements are categorized mainly into main-group and transition elements. Main-group elements include groups 1, 2, and 13–18, and they exhibit a wide range of properties, including metals, non-metals, and metalloids. Transition elements are located in groups 3–12 and are characterized by their variable oxidation states and metallic properties.

  • a. Cr (Chromium): Transition metal, metal
  • b. As (Arsenic): Metalloid, non-metal
  • c. N (Nitrogen): Main-group element, non-metal
  • d. K (Potassium): Main-group element, metal
  • e. S (Sulfur): Main-group element, non-metal
  • f. Bi (Bismuth): Main-group element, metal

Definitions of Chemical Compounds

a. Molecular compound: A chemical compound formed by two or more non-metal atoms bonded covalently, sharing electrons to achieve stability, such as H2O or CO2.

b. Ionic compound: A compound composed of positively charged cations and negatively charged anions held together by ionic bonds, like NaCl or MgO.

c. Diatomic molecule: A molecule consisting of two atoms of the same or different elements bonded together, such as O2, N2, or CO.

d. Molecular formula: The chemical formula indicating the exact number of each type of atom in a molecule, e.g., C6H12O6.

e. Empirical formula: The simplest whole-number ratio of atoms in a compound, such as CH2 for ethylene (C2H4).

Ion Formation Likelihood from Periodic Table

Based solely on periodic trends:

  • a. Cl (Chlorine): Likely to form Cl- (chloride ion), a halide anion.
  • b. B (Boron): Likely to form B3+ or B(OH)4-, but predominantly B3+ in compounds.
  • c. N (Nitrogen): Usually forms N3-.
  • d. Ca (Calcium): Likely to form Ca2+.
  • e. Na (Sodium): Likely to form Na+.
  • f. Se (Selenium): Likely to form Se2- or Se42-.

Classification of Compounds

  • a. N2Cl4: Molecular, composed of nonmetals.
  • b. KBr: Ionic, metal with a halogen.
  • c. BaCl2: Ionic, metal with halogen.
  • d. Sulfur difluoride (SF2): Molecular, non-metal bonding with non-metal.
  • e. Iron(III) oxide (Fe2O3): Ionic, metal oxides typically are ionic.
  • f. Triphosphorus hexabromide (P3Br6): Molecular, non-metals bonded covalently.

Nomenclature of Compounds

Names are derived from the chemical formulas following IUPAC nomenclature:

  • a. RbCl: Rubidium chloride
  • b. K2Se: Potassium selenide
  • c. Mn(OH)2: Manganese(II) hydroxide
  • d. Mg(MnO): Magnesium manganese oxide

Additional Nomenclature

  • a. N3O7: Trinitrogen nonoxide
  • b. CCl4: Carbon tetrachloride
  • c. Cl2O5: Dichlorine pentoxide
  • d. SF6: Sulfur hexafluoride

Chemical Formulas of Compounds

  • a. Potassium oxide: K2O
  • b. Calcium nitrite: Ca(NO2)2
  • c. Nickel(III) hypochlorite: Ni(ClO)3
  • d. Molybdenum(IV) cyanide: Mo(CN)4

Additional Formulas

  • a. Diphosphorus tetrachloride: P2Cl4
  • b. Selenium trisulfide: Se3S4
  • c. Iodine pentafluoride: IF5
  • d. Arsenic heptachloride: AsCl7

Acid Names and Formulas

  • a. Chlorous acid: HClO2
  • b. Hypobromous acid: HBrO
  • c. HNO2: Nitrous acid
  • d. HF: Hydrofluoric acid

In conclusion, chemical classification, nomenclature, and understanding of elemental properties are essential for interpreting and predicting chemical behavior. Proper naming and formula writing facilitate communication among chemists and underpin scientific advancements in chemical research and applications.

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