The first exam in Chem 201 will be given on Tuesday February 9th. In order to be prepared I recommend the following:
- Memorize the solubility rules. p.148
- Be familiar with the activity series of the metals p. 171
- KNOW THE FORMULAS AND NAMES for common polyatomic ions (handout)
- Know the six strong acids: HCl, HBr, HI, HNO3,H2SO4,HClO4
- Know the stoichiometry map (handout)
- Finish all homework assignements up to Homework Six
The exam will last approximately 1.5 hours and be composed of multiple choice questions, short answer questions and problems to solve. Material will be covered from Chapters Three and Four in the textbook and from lecture, demonstrations and laboratory. (Remember that methane is CH4)
The balancing of redox reactions and the assignment of oxidation numbers will not be covered on this exam. Percent composition and empirical formula problems will also not be covered on this exam.
Recommended additional problems in the textbook are:
- Chapter Three: 53, 69, 83, 85
- Chapter Four: 29, 97, 101, 124
The very best way to prepare for this exam is to work problems and then THINK about them. Reflection is a very important part of the learning process.
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