Inorganic Chemistry -Multiple Choice Questions Quiz

Question 1: What is the branch of chemistry that deals with the study of inorganic compounds and materials?

(a) Organic chemistry
(b) Analytical chemistry
(c) Inorganic chemistry
(d) Physical chemistry

Question 2: Which of the following is a characteristic feature of inorganic compounds?

(a) They are exclusively found in living organisms.
(b) They contain only carbon and hydrogen atoms.
(c) They often have high melting and boiling points.
(d) They are always soluble in water.

Question 3: Which element is commonly known as the 'noble gas' due to its inert and nonreactive nature?

(a) Nitrogen
(b) Oxygen
(c) Argon
(d) Chlorine

Question 4: Which group of elements on the periodic table is often referred to as the 'alkali metals'?

(a) Group 1
(b) Group 2
(c) Group 17
(d) Group 18

Question 5: Which type of chemical bonding is commonly found in inorganic compounds containing metals and nonmetals?

(a) Covalent bonding
(b) Ionic bonding
(c) Metallic bonding
(d) Hydrogen bonding

Question 6: Which inorganic compound is commonly used as a white pigment in paint and is known for its high opacity and brightness?

(a) Sodium chloride
(b) Calcium carbonate
(c) Titanium dioxide
(d) Ammonium nitrate

Question 7: Which inorganic acid is commonly found in lemon juice and is responsible for its sour taste?

(a) Hydrochloric acid
(b) Nitric acid
(c) Sulfuric acid
(d) Citric acid

Question 8: What is the term for a compound that can donate a pair of electrons to form a coordinate bond with a metal ion?

(a) Ligand
(b) Solvent
(c) Catalyst
(d) Reagent

Question 9: Which inorganic compound is a common component of fertilizer and provides essential nutrients to plants?

(a) Sodium chloride
(b) Potassium sulfate
(c) Calcium carbonate
(d) Ammonium nitrate

Question 10: Which inorganic reaction involves the gain of electrons by an element or compound?

(a) Oxidation
(b) Reduction
(c) Hydrolysis
(d) Polymerization

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Answer key:

Question 1: c

Question 2: c

Question 3: c

Question 4: a

Question 5: b

Question 6: c

Question 7: d

Question 8: a

Question 9: b

Question 10: b