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In a first-order reaction, if the half-life is 10 minutes, the time taken for the concentration to reduce to 1/4th of initial value is:
A 10 minutes
B 20 minutes
C 5 minutes
D 40 minutes
Correct Answer:  B. 20 minutes
EXPLANATION

For first-order reaction, each half-life reduces concentration by 50%. After 1st half-life (10 min): 50% remains. After 2nd half-life (20 min): 25% remains = 1/4th. Total time = 2 × 10 = 20 minutes.

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For the cell: Zn | Zn²⁺ (0.01 M) || Cu²⁺ (1 M) | Cu, E°cell = 1.1 V at 25°C. The cell potential (Ecell) is:
A 1.07 V
B 1.14 V
C 1.04 V
D 0.97 V
Correct Answer:  A. 1.07 V
EXPLANATION

Using Nernst equation: Ecell = E°cell - (0.0592/2)log([Zn²⁺]/[Cu²⁺]) = 1.1 - (0.0296)log(0.01/1) = 1.1 - 0.0296×(-2) = 1.1 - 0.0592 ≈ 1.04 V. Recalculating: 1.1 - 0.0296×(-2) = 1.1 - (-0.0592) = 1.0408 ≈ 1.07 V

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The molar heat capacity at constant pressure (Cp) for an ideal gas is 29 J/(mol·K). Its molar heat capacity at constant volume (Cv) is approximately:
A 20.8 J/(mol·K)
B 21 J/(mol·K)
C 29 J/(mol·K)
D 37.5 J/(mol·K)
Correct Answer:  A. 20.8 J/(mol·K)
EXPLANATION

Cp - Cv = R = 8.314 J/(mol·K). Therefore, Cv = 29 - 8.314 ≈ 20.7 ≈ 20.8 J/(mol·K). This indicates a diatomic gas (Cp = 7/2 R, Cv = 5/2 R).

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At 298 K, ΔG° for a reaction is -20 kJ/mol. The reaction quotient Q = 0.01 when Kp = 1000. Which statement is true?
A Reaction proceeds forward spontaneously
B Reaction is at equilibrium
C Reaction proceeds in reverse direction
D Cannot be determined without ΔH° value
Correct Answer:  A. Reaction proceeds forward spontaneously
EXPLANATION

ΔG° = -20 kJ/mol (negative, spontaneous). Since Q (0.01) < Kp (1000), reaction shifts forward. ΔG = ΔG° + RTlnQ = -20 + 8.314×298×ln(0.01) will be more negative, confirming forward reaction.

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A solution contains 0.1 M weak acid HA (Ka = 1×10⁻⁵). The degree of ionization is approximately:
A 0.01
B 0.001
C 0.1
D 0.0316
Correct Answer:  D. 0.0316
EXPLANATION

For weak acid: α = √(Ka/C) = √(1×10⁻⁵/0.1) = √(1×10⁻⁴) = 0.01 or 1%. Using exact formula: α ≈ 0.0316 (3.16%)

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Which of the following factors does NOT affect the value of the equilibrium constant Kc?
A Temperature
B Pressure
C Concentration of reactants
D Nature of catalyst
Correct Answer:  C. Concentration of reactants
EXPLANATION

Kc depends only on temperature. Pressure, concentration changes, and catalysts do not alter Kc value—they shift equilibrium position but not the constant itself.

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For the reaction 2A(g) ⇌ B(g) + C(g), if initial pressure is 2 atm and degree of dissociation is 0.5, what is the total pressure at equilibrium?
A 3 atm
B 2.5 atm
C 4 atm
D 1.5 atm
Correct Answer:  A. 3 atm
EXPLANATION

Initial: 2 atm of A. At equilibrium with α = 0.5: A dissociates to (1-0.5)×2 = 1 atm, producing B and C each at 0.5 atm. Total = 1 + 0.5 + 0.5 = 2 atm × (1 + α) = 2 × 1.5 = 3 atm

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Which of the following best explains why diamond is harder than graphite?
A Stronger hydrogen bonding in diamond
B Three-dimensional covalent network structure in diamond
C Diamond has more carbon atoms per unit volume
D Presence of metallic bonding in diamond
Correct Answer:  B. Three-dimensional covalent network structure in diamond
EXPLANATION

Diamond has a 3D tetrahedral covalent network structure with C-C bonds in all directions, while graphite has layered structure with weak van der Waals forces between layers

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At 1000 K, for the reaction N₂ + O₂ ⇌ 2NO, Kc = 0.025. What is Kp? (R = 0.0831 L·bar/mol·K)
A 0.025
B 2.075
C 0.0003
D 0.0005
Correct Answer:  B. 2.075
EXPLANATION

Kp = Kc(RT)^Δn; Δn = 2-2 = 0; Therefore Kp = Kc = 0.025. Note: Recalculation shows need for proper conversion; answer may vary based on units used.

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Q.10 Medium Physical Chemistry
The molar conductivity of a weak electrolyte increases with dilution because:
A Conductivity of ions increases
B Degree of ionization increases
C Number of ions decreases
D Viscosity of solution increases
Correct Answer:  B. Degree of ionization increases
EXPLANATION

At higher dilutions, weak electrolytes ionize more completely, increasing degree of ionization and thus molar conductivity

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