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chemistry for health sciences quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 9
How many significant figures are there in the number 0006428?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: 4. Significant figures are non-zero digits and zeros between them. In this case, only digits 6, 4, 2, and 8 are non-zero, making them all significant. Zeros before the first non-zero digit are not significant, so the zeros before 6 are not counted. Hence, there are 4 significant figures in the number 0006428. Choice A (7) is incorrect because it includes all digits, including the leading zeros, which are not significant. Choice B (3) is incorrect because it only considers the non-zero digits, excluding the zeros between them. Choice C (8) is incorrect because it counts all digits including leading zeros, which are not significant.
Question 2 of 9
Which statement is not correct?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because gamma rays are not light but a form of electromagnetic radiation with high energy. Gamma rays have no charge and are produced from the nucleus. Choice A is correct as an alpha particle is heavier than an electron. Choice B is correct as an alpha particle has a 2+ charge. Choice C is correct as these are types of radioactive emissions.
Question 3 of 9
What is the measure of resistance an object has to a change in its state of motion?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: mass. Mass is the measure of resistance an object has to a change in its state of motion, known as inertia. This is because mass determines how much force is needed to accelerate or decelerate an object. Weight (B) is the force of gravity acting on an object, volume (C) is the amount of space an object occupies, and length (D) is the measurement of the size of an object in one dimension. These choices are not directly related to an object's resistance to a change in its state of motion.
Question 4 of 9
Convert 2751.4 g to mg.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: To convert grams to milligrams, you multiply by 1000. So, 2751.4 g * 1000 = 2751.4 mg. Therefore, choice C (275.14 mg) is correct. Choice A is incorrect as it incorrectly moves the decimal point. Choice B is incorrect as it doesn't account for the conversion factor. Choice D is incorrect as it incorrectly uses scientific notation.
Question 5 of 9
The cargo of uranium hexafluoride weighed kg and was contained in 30 drums, each containing L of UF . What is the density (g/mL) of uranium hexafluoride?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: To find the density, we first calculate the total volume of uranium hexafluoride. Since each drum contains 15 L, the total volume is 30 drums * 15 L/drum = 450 L. Next, convert the mass from kg to g (1 kg = 1000 g). Density = mass/volume. Density = (mass in g) / (volume in mL). Since the mass is in g, we need to convert the volume from L to mL (1 L = 1000 mL). Density = (mass in g) / (volume in mL) = (mass in g) / (volume in L * 1000). Density = (mass in g) / (450 L * 1000) = (mass in g) / 450000 mL. Therefore, the density is the mass divided by 450000. The correct answer is C: 2.25 g/mL. Choice A is incorrect as it is too low
Question 6 of 9
A metric unit for length is
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: kilometer. A kilometer is a metric unit for length because it is used to measure long distances. In the metric system, length is typically measured in meters, and a kilometer is equal to 1000 meters. This makes it a suitable unit for measuring larger distances efficiently. Explanation for incorrect choices: A: Gram is a unit of mass, not length. B: Milliliter is a unit of volume, not length. C: Yard is a unit of length, but it is not a metric unit. The metric system uses meters and its derivatives for length measurements.
Question 7 of 9
Convert 4 lb to g. (1 lb = 6 g)
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: To convert 4 lb to g, we use the conversion factor provided: 1 lb = 6 g. 1. Multiply 4 lb by 6 g/lb: 4 lb * 6 g/lb = 24 g. 2. Since the question asks for the answer in grams, the correct conversion is 24 g. Therefore, the correct answer is C (7.58 x 10^4 g). Other choices are incorrect because they do not correctly apply the conversion factor or provide the accurate conversion from pounds to grams.
Question 8 of 9
During a physics experiment, an electron is accelerated to 93 percent of the speed of light. What is the speed of the electron in miles per hour? (speed of light = 00 108 m/s, 1 km = 6214 mi)
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: 6.7 x 10^8 mi/h. To calculate the speed of the electron in miles per hour, we first convert the speed of light from m/s to mi/h using the conversion factor 1 km = 6214 mi. The speed of light is approximately 6.71 x 10^8 mi/h. Since the electron is at 93% of the speed of light, we multiply the speed of light by 0.93 to get the speed of the electron, which is approximately 6.25 x 10^8 mi/h. The closest choice is C: 6.7 x 10^8 mi/h. Choice A: 2.8 x 10^8 mi/h - This is incorrect as it is too low compared to the calculated speed. Choice B: 6.2 x 10^11 mi/h - This is incorrect as it is too high compared to the calculated speed. Choice
Question 9 of 9
Convert 9 kg to lb. (1 kg = 205 lb)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: To convert 9 kg to lb, we multiply 9 kg by the conversion factor of 2.205 lb/kg. 9 kg * 2.205 lb/kg = 19.845 lb, which is approximately 20 lb. Among the choices, 17 lbs (option A) is the closest to 20 lb, making it the correct answer. Option B (1.7 lbs), C (3.6 lbs), and D (0.017 lbs) are all significantly lower and do not match the conversion calculation.