WAEC Chemistry Past Questions & Answers - Page 112

556.

The two elements 11X and 19Y are in the same group because they have the same

A.

valence electrons

B.

ionization energy

C.

number of shell

D.

atomic size

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

557.

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.

558.

The crystal layers in graphite are held together by

A.

covalent bond

B.

electrostatic forces

C.

ionic bond

D.

van der Waal's forces

Correct answer is D

The atoms in a given layer are held together by strong covalent linkages, but the forces between the layers are the weak van der waals forces

559.

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.

560.

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