BIOL 171 Chapter 2 Mastering Biology
Exam Questions & Answers
What is the mass number of an ion with 107 electrons, 157 neutrons, and a
+1 charge? - -265
- What is the pH of an aqueous solution with the hydronium ion
concentration
[H3O+] = 2 x 10-14 M ? - -13.7
- Carbonated cola is more acidic than coffee or even orange juice because
cola contains phosphoric acid. - -7.59 × 10−4
- Rank the following from most acidic to least acidic. - -[H3O+]=10^-2
pH=3
pH=5
[H3O+]=10^-6
pH=14
- Label the following diagram of water molecules, indicating the location of
bonds and the partial charges on the atoms. - -
- Classify each statement as an example of adhesion, cohesion, or surface
tension. - -adhesion: water molecules cling to the side of a beaker, water
molecules cling to plant cell walls
cohesion: water molecules are attracted to each other, a drop of water
spilled on a table forms a drop on the table rather than spreading out over
the surface
surface tension: a water strider runs across a pond without breaking the
surface, a sewing needle floats when it is placed gently on top of water in a
buket
- The table shown here lists the specific heat of several substances.
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller Nursephil2023. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $8.49. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.