Correct Answer:
b) I- Reduction reaction, II- Oxidation reaction
Explanation:
Reduction reaction is one in which, an atom or an ion accepts an electron. Oxidation reaction is one
in which, an atom or an ion releases an electron. In the first reaction, Cu2+ ion accepts two
electrons. Therefore, it undergoes reduction. In the second reaction, Cu atom releases two
electrons. Therefore, it undergoes oxidation.
Question 9
Which of the following element has no neutrons in the nucleus?
a)
Helium
b)
Deuterium
c)
Hydrogen
d)
tritium
e)
An alpha particle
Correct Answer:
c) Hydrogen
Explanation:
Hydrogen has only one proton and one electron and no neutron is present. Deuterium has one
proton and one neutron. Tritium has one proton and two neutrons in its nucleus. An alpha particle is
also known as helium atom and it has two neutrons.
Question 10
Binding energy of an atom is
a)
ΔE = mc/λ
b)
ΔE = Δmc
2
c)
ΔE = Δmc
d)
ΔE = m/c
2
e)
ΔE = mc/v
Correct Answer:
ΔE = Δmc
2
Explanation:
The atomic mass of any atom is less than the sum of the protons, neutrons and electrons present in
it. This defect in the mass is measured by the binding energy. Binding energy of an atom can be
calculated using the equation ΔE = Δmc
2
, where ΔE – energy liberated, Δm – loss of mass and c-
speed of light in vacuum.