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.

251.

The basic property of salts used as drying agents is by?

A.

efforescence

B.

high melting point

C.

hygroscopy

D.

low solubility

Correct answer is C

 Hygroscopic substances are used to keep products dry or to remove water from an area. They are commonly used in desiccators
Some common examples of hygroscopic substances include: Sodium chloride. Zinc chloride. Calcium chloride

253.

The most common method of preparing insoluble salts is by

A.

filtration

B.

decomposition

C.

neutralization

D.

double decomposition

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

254.

A molecular of phosphorus is

A.

diatomic

B.

triatomic

C.

tetraatomic

D.

monoatomic

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

255.

Which of the following gasses is highly soluble in water at room temperature

A.

ammonia

B.

carbon (IV) oxide

C.

chlorine

D.

nitrogen

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.