$$\text{Percent by mass} = \frac{\text{mass of solute}}{\text{mass of solution}} \times 100$$

$$\text{Density} = \frac{\text{mass}}{\text{volume}}$$

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the primary focus of CHEM 1406: Introduction to Chemistry for Allied-Health Majors at Tarrant County College?

Accepted Answer

A course emphasizing the importance of chemical concepts to living organisms, especially humans, for non-science and allied health students.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT permitted during CHEM 1406 exams?

Accepted Answer

A graphing calculator

Question 3

A student arrives 15 minutes late to a CHEM 1406 lecture exam. According to course policy, what is the consequence?

Accepted Answer

The student must turn in the exam by the scheduled deadline and will not receive extra time.

Question 4

Which of the following is a required safety practice in the CHEM 1406 laboratory?

Accepted Answer

Wearing laboratory safety goggles at all times during the lab period.

Question 5

A student misses more than 15% of CHEM 1406 classes and does not maintain a passing average. What may happen according to the attendance policy?

Accepted Answer

The student may be dropped from the class at the instructor's discretion.

Question 6

Which of the following best demonstrates the use of empirical and quantitative skills in CHEM 1406?

Accepted Answer

Manipulating and analyzing numerical data to reach informed conclusions.

Question 7

If a student is caught cheating on a quiz or exam in CHEM 1406, what is the minimum penalty?

Accepted Answer

A grade of zero on the assessment.

Question 8

Which of the following is a recommended strategy for success in CHEM 1406?

Accepted Answer

Reading the textbook and studying PowerPoint slides before class.

Question 9

A student needs to communicate with the instructor about a grade. According to FERPA and course policy, how should this be done?

Accepted Answer

By discussing in person during scheduled office hours.

Question 10

Which of the following is a correct formula for calculating percent by mass, a common calculation in CHEM 1406 labs?

Accepted Answer

$$	ext{Percent by mass} = \frac{	ext{mass of solute}}{	ext{mass of solution}} 	imes 100$$

Question 11

A student is preparing a lab report and needs to calculate the density of a liquid. Which formula should they use?

Accepted Answer

$$	ext{Density} = \frac{	ext{mass}}{	ext{volume}}$$

Question 12

Which of the following is an example of a chemical property that might be observed in a CHEM 1406 lab?

Accepted Answer

The reactivity of magnesium with hydrochloric acid.

Question 13

A student is asked to convert 25.0 grams of NaCl to moles. Which formula should they use?

Accepted Answer

$$	ext{Moles} = \frac{	ext{mass (g)}}{	ext{molar mass (g/mol)}}$$

Question 14

Which of the following best describes teamwork as expected in CHEM 1406 labs?

Accepted Answer

All group members actively participate in performing the experiment and discussing results.

Question 15

A student is calculating the energy required to heat a sample of water. Which equation should they use?

Accepted Answer

$$q = m 	imes c 	imes \Delta T$$

Question 16

Which of the following is a correct safety procedure if a student needs to adjust their goggles during a CHEM 1406 lab?

Accepted Answer

Step outside the lab room to adjust goggles, then replace them before returning.

CHEM 1406: Introduction to Chemistry for Allied-Health Majors – Course Overview and Study Guide

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