Chemistry questions and answers

Chemistry Questions and Answers

Learn more about the properties, composition, and structure of substances (elements and compounds) with these Chemistry questions and answers. This Test can be used by students preparing for Chemistry in JAMB, WAEC, NECO or Post UTME.

1,191.

Hydrogen bonds are formed between molecules containing a hydrogen atom bonded to a

A.

strongly electronegative atom

B.

non-polar species

C.

diatomic element

D.

complex ion

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,192.

The shape of CH4 is

A.

linear

B.

planar

C.

pyramidal

D.

tetrahedral

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,193.

Which of the following substances is mainly responsible for the depletion of the ozone layer?

A.

Oxgyen

B.

Chlorofluorocarbon

C.

Carbon (ll) oxide

D.

Nitrogen (ll) oxide

Correct answer is B

Ozone depletion occurs when chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and halons—gases formerly found in aerosol spray cans and refrigerants—are released into the atmosphere

1,194.

Brass is a mixture of

A.

Cu and Sn

B.

Cu and Zn

C.

Cu and Mg

D.

Cu and Pb

Correct answer is B

Brass is an alloy made from copper and zinc. Unlike pure metals, most alloys do not have a single melting point, but a melting range in which the material is a mixture of solid and liquid phases.

1,195.

A metal that is widely used in the manufacture of paints and overhead electric cables is

A.

aluminium

B.

copper

C.

iron

D.

lead

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.