Few Important Questions

Define mass and write its SI unit? Calculate the number of atoms in 52 moles of Ar and 52 g of He. What is the mass per cent of elements present in Na2SO4 What is the difference between 0.50 mol Na2CO3 and 0.50 M Na2CO3

Introduction

Chemistry is referred to as the “Central Science” as it interconnects geology, biology, environmental science, and physics to each other. Ancient Indians had knowledge of various concepts from chemistry even before it emerged as a discipline. In chemistry, one of the core fundamental concepts is matter – it is defined as a substance that occupies… Continue reading Introduction

Classification of Modern Periodic Table

The modern periodic table is also classified into metals, non-metals and metalloids. Metals Metals are electropositive as they form bonds by losing electrons. In general cases, oxides of metals are basic in nature. Examples: Includes iron, copper, silver, mercury, lead, aluminum, gold, platinum, zinc, nickel and tin. Non-metals Nonmetals are electronegative as they form bonds… Continue reading Classification of Modern Periodic Table

Groups in Modern Periodic Table

The modern periodic table contains 18 vertical columns known as groups. Group 1 elements are known as alkali metals.Group 2 elements are known as alkaline earth metals.Group 15 elements are known as pnicogens.Group 16 elements are known as chalcogens.Group 17 elements are known as halogens.Group 18  elements are known as noble gases. Alkali Metals The… Continue reading Groups in Modern Periodic Table

Mendeleev`s Periodic Table and Law

The physical and chemical characteristics of elements are a periodic function of their atomic masses, in accordance with Mendeleev’s Periodic Law. Mendeleev organised the elements in ascending order of their atomic masses after classifying them according to their atomic masses. The physical and chemical properties of elements are periodic functions of their atomic weights. Features… Continue reading Mendeleev`s Periodic Table and Law

Early Models of Periodic Table

Dobereiner’s Triads Dobereiner arranged a group of three elements with similar properties in the order of increasing atomic masses and called it a triad. He showed that the atomic mass of the middle element is approximately the arithmetic mean of the other two. But, Dobereiner could identify only the following three triads from the elements known at that time.… Continue reading Early Models of Periodic Table