Foundations of Chemistry

Chemistry

A quiz covering fundamental concepts in introductory chemistry, including matter, elements, compounds, and basic atomic structure.

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8 Questions Medium Ages 5+ Apr 21, 2026

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1 Which of the following is the chemical symbol for the element gold?

A Ag
B Au
C Fe
D Cu

2 What is the atomic number of carbon?

A 4
B 6
C 8
D 10

3 A pure substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means is called:

A A compound
B A mixture
C An element
D A molecule

4 Which of the following is an example of a homogeneous mixture?

A Salad dressing
B Saltwater
C Sand and water
D Granite

5 The number of protons in an atom's nucleus determines its:

A Mass number
B Atomic mass
C Atomic number
D Isotope

6 What is the chemical formula for water?

A CO2
B NaCl
C H2O
D O2

7 Which state of matter has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container?

A Solid
B Liquid
C Gas
D Plasma

8 The central part of an atom, containing protons and neutrons, is called the:

A Electron shell
B Nucleus
C Valence band
D Orbit

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