Properties of Dihydrogen

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Properties of Dihydrogen: Overview

In this topic, we will learn the physical and chemical properties of dihydrogen. It describes the reaction of dihydrogen with halogens, dioxygen, dinitrogen, organic compounds, metal ions and metal oxides. It also covers the uses of dihydrogen.

Important Questions on Properties of Dihydrogen

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Complete the following reaction:

H2g+?               2HClg

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How do you prepare hydrochloric acid from hydrogen and chlorine?

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What is the relative atomic mass of hydrogen?

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The boiling point of hydrogen is 20K

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The fuel of the main engine of the space shuttle is _____.

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Hydrogen is used as a rocket fuel. Justify.

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Define enthalpy of vapourization of hydrogen.

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Write about the electron gain enthalpy of hydrogen.

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How many volts does it take to ionize hydrogen?

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What is the first ionization energy of hydrogen?

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Calculate the density of dihydrogen at STP.

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Write the value of density of hydrogen gas.

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 The density of hydrogen at STP is 0.09 g L-1.

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Explain why there is a difference in the ionic radii of proton and the hydrogen anion. 

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A hydrogen ion with a _____ charge has an ionic size greater than that of the hydrogen atom.

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Which of the following is correct enthalpy of fusion for hydrogen?

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Enthalpy of fusion of hydrogen is 2.18 kJ mol-1.

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Enthalpy of fusion of hydrogen is _____ kJ mol-1.

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Hydrogen is a good reducing agent. Justify.

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Which of the following statements are correct?

a) NaHs reacts violently with water to form NaOH and H2

b) An example for electron rich hydride is NH3

c) Nickel; forms saline hydride