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Na+ has 12 neutrons and 10 electrons. Which of the following statement is correct?
  • a)
    Na+ has atomic number equal to 10 and mass number 22 
  • b)
    Na+ has atomic number equal to 11 and mass number 23
  • c)
    Na+ has atomic number equal to 10 and mass number 23  
  • d)
    Na+ has atomic number equal to 11 and mass number 22
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Geetika Shah answered
The chemical symbol Na+ represents a sodium ion. The atomic number of sodium (Na) is 11, which means it has 11 protons.
Given that Na+ has 12 neutrons, we can determine the mass number by adding the number of neutrons to the number of protons. So, for Na+:
Mass number = Number of neutrons + Number of protons Mass number = 12 neutrons + 11 protons Mass number = 23
The atomic number remains unchanged because it is determined by the number of protons, which is characteristic of each element. The loss or gain of electrons to form ions does not change the atomic number.
Therefore, the correct statement is: Na+ has an atomic number equal to 11 and a mass number of 23.

In an atom, the mass number of an atom is equal to the number of___________.
  • a)
    nucleons
  • b)
    protons
  • c)
    electrons
  • d)
    neutrons
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Anisha Yadav answered
Mass Number of an Atom:

The mass number of an atom is the sum of the number of protons and neutrons in the nucleus of an atom. It is denoted by the symbol A.

Formula for Mass Number:

Mass Number (A) = Number of Protons (Z) + Number of Neutrons (N)

Explanation of the Answer:

In an atom, the mass number is equal to the total number of nucleons. Nucleons are the particles found in the nucleus of an atom. They include protons and neutrons. Electrons are not included in the mass number calculation because they are much lighter than protons and neutrons and their mass is negligible in comparison.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 'A' which states that the mass number of an atom is equal to the number of nucleons.

Conclusion:

The mass number of an atom is a crucial concept in nuclear physics and chemistry. It helps in determining the stability and properties of an atom. The atomic mass of an element is the weighted average of the mass numbers of all the isotopes of that element.

An atom with 3 protons and 4 neutrons will have a valency of 
  • a)
    3
  • b)
    7
  • c)
    1
  • d)
    4
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Yeah as no.of protons= electrons
Number of electrons will be 3 so configuration will be 2,1 so therefore that element will need to give 1 electron to satisfy duplet rule.
If I am not wrong is the element Beryllium???

Wonderful question!

What is the no. of electrons in Argon?
  • a)
    16
  • b)
    17
  • c)
    18
  • d)
    19
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Shweta Pandey answered
Argon has 18electrons
A=Z+N
A=mass number
Z=number of protons in nucleus
N=number of neutron in nucleus

Z=e=p (number of electron )
sol~
A=39
Z=e=p=18
N =21

second method is, (Aufbau Principle)
Ar=18
1s2,2s2 2p6,3s2 3p6.

Atomic number of any element–
  • a)
    Atomic weight divided by two
  • b)
    Nucleus weight
  • c)
    Electrical charge of nucleus
  • d)
    Total charge of electrons
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Let's Tute answered
- The atomic number of an element is the number of protons in its nucleus.
- This defines the identity of the element and determines its position in the periodic table.
- Since protons have a positive charge, the atomic number is effectively the electrical charge of the nucleus.
- Electrons, which are negatively charged, balance this charge in a neutral atom.
- Therefore, the atomic number is best described as the electrical charge of the nucleus, making option C correct.

Mass number of element is –
  • a)
    Number of protons in its nucleus
  • b)
    Number of electrons and protons in the atom
  • c)
    Number of neutrons and protons in the nucleus
  • d)
    Number of neutrons in the nucleus
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

The mass number is sum. Of protons and neutrons in the nucleus because mass of electrons is so much less that it is almost neglectable. So when we calculate mass we only take protons and neutrons.

When a gas at reduced pressure is subjected to an electric discharge, the rays orignating from the negative electrode are–
  • a)
    Anode rays
  • b)
    Cathode rays
  • c)
    x-rays
  • d)
    Radiation ray
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Vikas Kapoor answered
Cathode ray, stream of electrons leaving the negative electrode (cathode) in a discharge tube containing a gas at low pressure, or electrons emitted by a heated filament in certain electron tubes. Cathode rays focused on a hard target (anticathode) produce X-rays or focused on a small object in a vacuum generate very high temperatures (cathode-ray furnace). When cathode rays strike certain molecules used to coat a cathode screen, they cause the molecules (and hence the screen) to emit light.

The isotope deuterium of hydrogen has
  • a)
    No neutrons and one proton
  • b)
    One neutrons and two protons
  • c)
    One electron and two neutron
  • d)
    One proton and one neutron
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Betu Betu answered
Because we know that isotopes have same atomic no but different atomic mass . the isotopes of hydrogen have same no of proton because no of proton = atomic no and and atomic no do not change in isotopes but the no of electron will change due to change in its mass

Neutron is a fundamental particle which have–
  • a)
    +1 unit charge and 1 unit mass
  • b)
    No charge and 1 unit mass
  • c)
    Have no charge and mass
  • d)
    Have –1 unit charge and 1 unit mass
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Mira Sharma answered
Neutron is a fundamental particle which have–
There are four options given to choose from regarding the charge and mass of a neutron. Let's analyze each option to determine the correct answer.
Option A: 1 unit charge and 1 unit mass
- A neutron has no charge, so this option is incorrect.
Option B: No charge and 1 unit mass
- This option correctly states that a neutron has no charge. Neutrons are electrically neutral particles.
- Neutrons do have mass, with a mass of approximately 1 atomic mass unit (u) or 1.67 × 10^-27 kg.
- Therefore, option B is correct.
Option C: Have no charge and mass
- This option is incorrect as it implies that a neutron has no mass. However, neutrons do have mass.
Option D: Have –1 unit charge and 1 unit mass
- This option is incorrect as it states that a neutron has a negative charge. Neutrons are electrically neutral and do not possess any charge.
Therefore, the correct answer is option B: Neutrons have no charge and 1 unit mass.

Which species does not contain neutron –
  • a)
    H
  • b)
    Li+2
  • c)
    C
  • d)
    O
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Priya Shah answered
No species exists without neutrons. All atoms have at least one neutron in their nucleus, except for the hydrogen-1 isotope, which does not have any neutrons.

An atom which has a mass number of 14 or 8 neutrons is–
  • a)
    Isotope of oxygen
  • b)
    Isobar of oxygen
  • c)
    Isotope of carbon
  • d)
    Isobar of carbon
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Gaurav Kumar answered
Isotopes are the atoms of the same element with similar atomic number but different atomic mass.The elements of isotopes share same chemical properties but different physical properties

The electron should be filled in the orbital in accordance with the increasing order of their energy. This statement
is related with
  • a)
    Affbau principle
  • b)
    Pauli principle
  • c)
    Hund's principle
  • d)
    Plank's rules
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

This statement is related with Aufbau principle.
According to Aufbau principle (also known as (n+l) rule), electrons are filled in different orbitals from lower (n+l) value orbital to higher (n+l) value orbital.
In case (n+l) value is same, electron is filled first in orbital with lower value of n.

Rutherford’s scattering experiment fails for very small scattering angles because
  • a)
    Whole nuclear charge of the target atom is not screened by its electrons at all.
  • b)
    The impact parameter between the a-particle source and the nucleus of target is very large as compared to the size of nucleus.
  • c)
    the velocity of alpha-particles is large.
  • d)
    the gold foil is thin.
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Imk Pathshala answered
Rutherford's scattering formula fails for very small scattering angles because when the impact parameter is large compared to the size of the nucleus, alpha particles do not approach the nucleus closely. This invalidates Rutherford's assumption that alpha particles would come very close to the nucleus, leading to deviations from the expected scattering pattern predicted by his model. At larger distances (smaller scattering angles), interactions are weaker and dominated by screening effects from electrons, which Rutherford did not account for in his formula derived for close encounters.

The maximum number of electrons that can be accommodated in third shell ( n = 3) is:
  • a)
    2
  • b)
    8
  • c)
    18
  • d)
    10
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

**Explanation:**
The maximum number of electrons that can be accommodated in a shell is given by the formula 2n², where 'n' is the principal quantum number of the shell.

In the case of the third shell, n = 3. Therefore, the maximum number of electrons that can be accommodated in the third shell is:

2(3)² = 2(9) = 18

**- Electron distribution in shells:**

In an atom, electrons are distributed in different shells based on their energy levels. The shells are numbered starting from the innermost shell, which is designated as the first shell (n = 1), followed by the second shell (n = 2), and so on.

Each shell can hold a maximum number of electrons based on its principal quantum number (n). The electron distribution in shells is as follows:

- **First shell (n = 1):** This shell can hold a maximum of 2 electrons.

- **Second shell (n = 2):** This shell can hold a maximum of 2(2)² = 8 electrons.

- **Third shell (n = 3):** This shell can hold a maximum of 2(3)² = 18 electrons.

- **Fourth shell (n = 4):** This shell can hold a maximum of 2(4)² = 32 electrons.

- **Fifth shell (n = 5):** This shell can hold a maximum of 2(5)² = 50 electrons.

- **And so on...**

It is important to note that as the principal quantum number increases, the maximum number of electrons that can be accommodated in a shell also increases. This is because higher energy levels can accommodate more electrons.

Thus, the correct answer is option 'C' (18) as the maximum number of electrons that can be accommodated in the third shell (n = 3) is 18.

Direction: In the following questions, a statement of assertion (A) is followed by a statement of reason (R). Mark the correct choice as:
Assertion : A few positively charged a -particles are deflected in Rutherford’s experiment.
Reason : Most of the space in the atom is empty.
  • a)
    Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
  • b)
    Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
  • c)
    Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
  • d)
    Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Advait Desai answered
Assertion (A): A few positively charged alpha particles are deflected in Rutherford's experiment.
Reason (R): Most of the space in the atom is empty.

Explanation:
In Rutherford's experiment, alpha particles were bombarded onto a thin gold foil. According to the prevailing 'plum pudding' model of the atom, it was believed that the positive charge and mass of the atom were uniformly distributed throughout the atom. In this model, it was expected that the alpha particles would pass straight through the foil with minimal deflection.

However, the actual results of the experiment showed that some of the alpha particles were deflected at large angles or even bounced back. This observation led Rutherford to propose a new model of the atom, known as the nuclear model. In this model, he suggested that the positive charge and most of the mass of the atom are concentrated in a tiny, dense nucleus at the center, while the electrons orbit the nucleus.

Assertion (A) is true because in Rutherford's experiment, a few alpha particles were indeed deflected from their initial paths.

Reason (R) is also true because the deflection of alpha particles in Rutherford's experiment provided evidence for the existence of a tiny, dense nucleus within the atom. This implies that most of the space within the atom is empty, with the electrons occupying a relatively large volume compared to the nucleus.

Reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A) because the deflection of alpha particles can be attributed to the repulsive electrostatic forces between the positively charged alpha particles and the positively charged nucleus. Since most of the space in the atom is empty, the chances of an alpha particle coming close to the nucleus and experiencing a significant deflection are relatively low.

Therefore, the correct answer is option B - Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true, but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).

Direction: In the following questions, a statement of assertion (A) is followed by a statement of reason (R). Mark the correct choice as:
Assertion : Bohr’s orbits are called stationary orbits.
Reason : Electrons remain stationary in these orbits for sometime.
  • a)
    Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
  • b)
    Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
  • c)
    Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
  • d)
    Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Assertion: Bohr’s orbits are called stationary orbits.
Reason: Electrons remain stationary in these orbits for sometime.

The correct answer is option 'C', which states that assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.

Explanation:
Bohr's model of the atom proposed by Niels Bohr in 1913 is based on the concept of stationary orbits. According to this model, electrons revolve around the nucleus in specific energy levels or orbits, similar to the way planets revolve around the Sun. These orbits are also known as stationary orbits because electrons do not emit or absorb energy while moving in these orbits.

However, the reason given in statement (R), which states that electrons remain stationary in these orbits for some time, is incorrect. In reality, electrons do not remain stationary in these orbits. They continuously move around the nucleus in a circular path, maintaining a certain distance from the nucleus.

The stationary orbits in Bohr's model are quantized, meaning that electrons can only occupy specific energy levels. These energy levels are determined by the principal quantum number (n), which represents the shell or energy level of the electron. Electrons can transition between different energy levels by absorbing or emitting energy in the form of photons.

The reason why electrons do not collapse into the nucleus while moving in these orbits is due to the balance between the centripetal force and the electrostatic force of attraction between the negatively charged electrons and the positively charged nucleus. The centripetal force provides the necessary force to keep the electrons in their orbits.

In conclusion, Bohr's orbits are called stationary orbits because electrons do not emit or absorb energy while moving in these orbits. However, electrons do not remain stationary in these orbits, and the reason given in statement (R) is incorrect.

Statement 1 - According to the Rutherford model of the atom, an electron in a circular orbit experiences acceleration and, as a result, radiates energy, leading to a loss of energy over time.
Statement 2 - According to the Rutherford model of the atom, this energy loss would cause the electron to spiral into the nucleus, making atoms inherently unstable.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
  • a)
    1 Only
  • b)
    2 only
  • c)
    Both 1 and 2
  • d)
    Neither 1 nor 2
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Tanvi Shah answered
Understanding the Rutherford Model
The Rutherford model of the atom, proposed in 1911, significantly advanced our understanding of atomic structure. It introduced the concept of a dense nucleus surrounded by electrons.
Statement 1 Explained
- According to the Rutherford model, electrons move in circular orbits around the nucleus.
- Acceleration of Electrons: As these electrons orbit, they experience centripetal acceleration due to the attractive force of the positively charged nucleus.
- Energy Radiation: This acceleration causes the electrons to emit electromagnetic radiation, leading to a gradual loss of energy.
Statement 2 Explained
- The loss of energy from radiation implies that the orbiting electrons would lose energy over time.
- Spiraling into the Nucleus: As they lose energy, electrons would spiral inward toward the nucleus, ultimately leading to the collapse of the atom.
- Inherent Instability: This behavior suggests that atoms, under the Rutherford model, would be inherently unstable due to the continuous energy loss.
Conclusion
Both statements are correct and highlight the limitations of the Rutherford model:
- Statement 1 accurately describes the behavior of electrons in circular orbits and their energy loss due to radiation.
- Statement 2 correctly concludes that this energy loss results in the instability of the atom as electrons spiral into the nucleus.
Thus, the correct answer is option 'C'—both statements are true, demonstrating the model's shortcomings in explaining atomic stability.

Lighest particle is –
  • a)
    Neutron
  • b)
    Electron
  • c)
    Proton
  • d)
    None of these
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Priya Dasgupta answered
The lightest particle known to exist is the neutrino. Neutrinos are subatomic particles that have a very small mass and do not have an electric charge. They are extremely difficult to detect and interact very weakly with other particles, which makes them elusive and challenging to study.

The atomic size of atom is nearly –
  • a)
    10-10 cm
  • b)
    10-6 m
  • c)
    10-7 m
  • d)
    10-10 m
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

The atom is about 10-10 meters (or 10-8 centimeters) in size. This means a row of 10^8 (or 100,000,000)atoms would stretch a centimeter, about the size of your fingernail. Atoms of different elements are different sizes, but 10-10 m can be thought of as a rough value for any atom.

Rutherford’s a-particle scattering experiment showed that 
(i) electrons have negative charge 
(ii) the mass and positive charge of the atom is concentrated in the nucleus 
(iii) neutron exists in the nucleus 
(iv) most of the space in atom is empty 
Which of the above statements are correct?
  • a)
    (i) and (ii)
  • b)
    (ii) and (iv)
  • c)
    (i) and (iii)
  • d)
    All of these
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Rajdeep Goyal answered
Points (ii) and (iv) are correct. An atom consists of a positively charged, dense and very small nucleus which have all the protons and neutrons. Positive charge is due to protons, as neutrons have no charge. Most of the space is empty because most of the alpha particles pass straight through the gold foil without any deflection.
Electrons have negative charge, it was explained by Thomson. The existance of neutron was discovered by Chadwick.

What analogy did Thomson use to describe his model of the atom?
  • a)
    A sandwich
  • b)
    A Christmas pudding
  • c)
    A balloon
  • d)
    A fruit salad
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Thomson compared his model of the atom to a Christmas pudding, where the positive charge is the pudding itself and the electrons are the currants embedded within it.

Direction: In the following questions, a statement of assertion (A) is followed by a statement of reason (R). Mark the correct choice as:
Assertion : Isotopes are electrically neutral.
Reason : Isotopes of an element have equal number of protons and electrons.
  • a)
    Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
  • b)
    Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
  • c)
    Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
  • d)
    Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Prarthana Shah answered
Assertion: Isotopes are electrically neutral.
Reason: Isotopes of an element have equal number of protons and electrons.

Explanation:
Isotopes are atoms of the same element that have different numbers of neutrons in their nucleus. The number of neutrons in an atom does not affect its electrical charge because neutrons are electrically neutral. Therefore, the assertion that isotopes are electrically neutral is correct.

The reason given for this assertion is also correct. All atoms have an equal number of protons and electrons in order to maintain electrical neutrality. Protons have a positive charge, while electrons have a negative charge. The positive charge of the protons is balanced by the negative charge of the electrons, resulting in an overall neutral charge for the atom.

Since isotopes have the same number of protons as the original element, they also have an equal number of electrons. This maintains the electrical neutrality of the atom, regardless of the number of neutrons present.

Conclusion:
Both the assertion and the reason are true, and the reason provides the correct explanation for the assertion. Therefore, option A is the correct answer.

The maximum number of electrons that can be accomodate in the nth level is–
  • a)
    n2
  • b)
    2n2
  • c)
    4n2
  • d)
    n
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Let's Tute answered
According to the question, we need to determine the maximum number of electrons that can be accommodated in the nth level.

To solve this problem, we can use the formula for the maximum number of electrons in a specific energy level. The formula is given by:
Maximum number of electrons = 2n^2
Where:
- n represents the energy level or the principal quantum number.
Let's break down the solution into steps:
Step 1: Substitute the value of n into the formula.
- We are given the value of n as the nth level.
Step 2: Calculate the maximum number of electrons.
- Square the value of n (n^2).
- Multiply the squared value by 2 (2n^2).
Step 3: Determine the final answer.
- The maximum number of electrons that can be accommodated in the nth level is equal to the result obtained from step 2.
Therefore, the correct answer is option B: 2n^2.

Can you explain the answer of this question below:

The first use of quantum theory to explain the structure of atom was made by –

  • A:

    Heisenberg

  • B:

    Bohr

  • C:

    Plank

  • D:

    Einstein

The answer is B.

Prachi Rathore answered
Bohr first made use of quantum theory to explain the structure of atom and proposed that energy of electron in an atom is quantized

Direction: In the following questions, a statement of assertion (A) is followed by a statement of reason (R). Mark the correct choice as:
Assertion: Members of noble gas family are very little reactive chemically.
Reason: Members of noble gas family have completely filled valence shells of their atoms.
  • a)
    Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
  • b)
    Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
  • c)
    Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
  • d)
    Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Amit Sharma answered
The correct option is A
Both assertion and reason are correct and the reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
Explanation for assertion:
Group 18 elements are called inert gases, as they do not react easily.
Explanation for reason statement:
  1. Noble gas elements have their duplet or octet complete, which means that they have completely filled valence shells.
  2. Due to this reason, they have very low electronegativity and very high Ionization Potential, hence they are then fairly unreactive and called inert gases.
Hence, A) Both assertion and reason are true, reason is the correct explanation of assertion.

Direction: In the following questions, a statement of assertion (A) is followed by a statement of reason (R). Mark the correct choice as:
Assertion : Thomson’s atomic model is known as ‘raisin pudding’ model.
Reason : The atom is visualized as a pudding of positive charge with electrons (raisins) embedded in it.
  • a)
    Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).
  • b)
    Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true but reason (R) is not the correct explanation of assertion (A).
  • c)
    Assertion (A) is true but reason (R) is false.
  • d)
    Assertion (A) is false but reason (R) is true.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Kavya Chopra answered
Assertion : Thomson’s atomic model is known as ‘raisin pudding’ model.
Reason : The atom is visualized as a pudding of positive charge with electrons (raisins) embedded in it.

The correct answer is option A: Both assertion (A) and reason (R) are true and reason (R) is the correct explanation of assertion (A).

Explanation:
Thomson's atomic model, also known as the "raisin pudding" model, was proposed by J.J. Thomson in 1904. This model was a modification of the earlier plum pudding model proposed by Thomson himself in 1897. Let's break down the assertion and reason to understand why option A is the correct answer.

Thomson's Atomic Model:
- Thomson's atomic model was proposed as a modification of the plum pudding model.
- It was based on the discovery of electrons by Thomson through his experiments with cathode rays.
- According to Thomson's model, an atom is visualized as a sphere of positive charge with electrons embedded in it like raisins in a pudding.
- The positive charge in the atom is spread uniformly throughout the atom, while the negatively charged electrons are scattered randomly within the positive charge.

Assertion (A): Thomson’s atomic model is known as ‘raisin pudding’ model.
The assertion is true. Thomson's atomic model is indeed known as the "raisin pudding" model because it visualizes the atom as a sphere of positive charge with electrons embedded in it like raisins in a pudding.

Reason (R): The atom is visualized as a pudding of positive charge with electrons (raisins) embedded in it.
The reason is also true. In Thomson's atomic model, the atom is indeed visualized as a pudding of positive charge with electrons (raisins) embedded in it. The positive charge represents the overall charge of the atom, while the electrons represent the negatively charged particles.

Explanation of Correct Answer:
In this case, both the assertion and the reason are true. The reason provided correctly explains the assertion. Thomson's atomic model is known as the "raisin pudding" model because it visualizes the atom as a sphere of positive charge with electrons embedded in it like raisins in a pudding. Therefore, option A is the correct answer.

What is the valency of an element with an electron configuration of 2, 8, 3?
  • a)
    8
  • b)
    3
  • c)
    5
  • d)
    0
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Sandeep Rane answered
Understanding Valency
Valency refers to the combining capacity of an element, which is determined by the number of electrons in its outermost shell.
Electron Configuration Overview
- The given electron configuration is 2, 8, 3.
- This indicates that the element has:
- 2 electrons in the first shell
- 8 electrons in the second shell
- 3 electrons in the third shell
Determining the Valency
- Valency is primarily influenced by the number of electrons in the outermost shell, also known as the valence shell.
- For the element with an electron configuration of 2, 8, 3:
- The outermost shell (third shell) contains 3 electrons.
Valency Calculation
- Elements tend to lose, gain, or share electrons to achieve a stable electron configuration, typically resembling that of noble gases.
- Since this element has 3 electrons in its outermost shell:
- It can lose these 3 electrons to achieve a stable configuration.
Conclusion
- Therefore, the valency of this element is 3, as it can form bonds by losing 3 electrons.
- The correct answer to the question is option 'B', which signifies a valency of 3.
This understanding of electron configuration helps predict how elements will react and bond with one another, forming the basis of chemical behavior.

Which law states that "In a chemical substance, the elements are always present in definite proportions by mass"?
  • a)
    Law of Conservation of Mass
  • b)
    Law of Definite Proportions
  • c)
    Law of Multiple Proportions
  • d)
    Law of Chemical Reactions
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Understanding the Law of Definite Proportions
The Law of Definite Proportions, also known as Proust's Law, is a fundamental principle in chemistry. This law states that in any given chemical compound, the elements are always present in fixed proportions by mass, regardless of the source or the method of preparation.
Key Points of the Law:
- Fixed Ratios:
- Each chemical compound has a specific ratio of elements. For example, water (H2O) consists of 2 hydrogen atoms and 1 oxygen atom in every molecule.
- Mass Consistency:
- The mass of each element in a compound remains constant. Using the water example, if you have 18 grams of water, it will always contain 2 grams of hydrogen and 16 grams of oxygen.
- Implication in Chemistry:
- This law supports the idea that compounds are distinct substances with unique properties, and their chemical formulas reflect the exact ratios of their constituent elements.
Comparison with Other Laws:
- Law of Conservation of Mass:
- This law states that mass is neither created nor destroyed in a chemical reaction, which is different from the fixed ratios of the Law of Definite Proportions.
- Law of Multiple Proportions:
- This law explains how elements can combine in different ratios to form different compounds, but it does not specify that each compound has a fixed ratio.
In conclusion, the Law of Definite Proportions is crucial for understanding chemical compounds and their consistent composition, allowing chemists to predict how substances will behave in reactions.

The atomic number of an element is equal to:
  • a)
    The number of electrons in the nucleus
  • b)
    The number of neutrons in the atom
  • c)
    The number of protons in the nucleus
  • d)
    The total number of nucleons
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

EduRev Class 9 answered
The atomic number of an element is defined by: The number of protons in its nucleus. This number is crucial because: It determines the element's identity. It is equal to the number of electrons in a neutral atom.

What is the mass number of an atom with 7 protons and 8 neutrons?
  • a)
    7
  • b)
    8
  • c)
    15
  • d)
    1
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

EduRev Class 9 answered
The mass number of an atom is calculated by adding the number of protons and neutrons together. In this case:
  • Number of protons: 7
  • Number of neutrons: 8
To find the mass number:
  • Mass Number = Protons + Neutrons
  • Mass Number = 7 + 8 = 15
Therefore, the mass number of the atom is 15.

Which of the following statements about the discovery of subatomic particles is correct?
  • a)
    J.J. Thomson discovered the electron in 1897.
  • b)
    E. Goldstein discovered canal rays, which led to the discovery of the proton.
  • c)
    all of these
  • d)
    James Chadwick discovered the neutron in 1932.
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

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Solution (Short Version):
  • Electron: Discovered by J.J. Thomson in 1897 using a cathode ray tube.
  • Proton: Discovered by E. Goldstein in 1886 through canal rays.
  • Neutron: Discovered by James Chadwick in 1932.
All statements are correct, so the answer is: c) All of the above.

An isotope of an element has 11 protons and 13 neutrons. What is the mass number of another isotope of the same element with 14 neutrons?
  • a)
    24
  • b)
    25
  • c)
    11
  • d)
    14
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Let's Tute answered
An isotope of an element has 11 protons and 13 neutrons. The mass number is the total of protons and neutrons.
  • Mass number = Protons + Neutrons
  • For this isotope: 11 + 13 = 24
Now, for another isotope of the same element with 14 neutrons:
  • Mass number = 11 + 14 = 25
The correct answer is 25.

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