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.

1,501.

Which of the following scientists discovered the neutron?

A.

Ernest Rutherford

B.

J.J Thompson

C.

James Chadwick

D.

R. A. M illikan

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,502.

Which of the following alloys is mainly used in making statues?

A.

Brass

B.

Bronze

C.

Duralumin

D.

Steel

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,503.

Aluminium is a good roofing material because it

A.

is strong and does not conduct heat and electricity

B.

readily absorbs light

C.

forms an oxide film over its surface which prevents corrosion

D.

is flexible and can conduct heat

Correct answer is C

The thin coat of aluminum oxide formed prevents further attack of the metal by atmospheric oxygen and water.

1,504.

Chemicals that are produced in small quantities and with very high degree of purity are

A.

bulk chemicals

B.

fine chemicals

C.

heavy chemicals

D.

light chemicals

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,505.

Which of the following substances causes the depletion of the ozone layer in the atmosphere?

A.

Carbon (IV) oxide

B.

Chlorofluorocarbon

C.

Sulphur (IV) oxide

D.

Hydrocarbons

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.