Chemistry: Matter and Change

Section 2: Batteries

Self Check Quizzes

1
Why are alkaline dry cell batteries smaller in size than zinc-carbon dry cells?

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A)Alkaline batteries do not need the carbon rod cathode.
B)Alkaline batteries do not require steel cases.
C)No zinc is reduced in the alkaline batteries.
D)Zinc paste takes up less space than zinc powder.
2
How does paint protect steel surfaces from corrosion?
A)Paint acts as a sacrificial anode.
B)Paint corrodes leaving steel intact.
C)Paint galvanizes steel.
D)Paint prevents the oxidation-reduction reaction of corrosion from occurring.
3
A redox reaction that is easily reversed, can produce electric energy, and can be recharged is a(n) __________.
A)primary battery
B)secondary battery
C)fuel cell
D)electrolytic cell
4
In a zinc-carbon dry cell, the cell "dies" when ________ is produced.

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A)water vapor
B)manganese (IV) oxide
C)ammonia gas
D)manganese (III) oxide
5
In the diagram, magnesium is the sacrificial anode. Why can magnesium perform this function?

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A)Magnesium is less dense than iron.
B)Magnesium is non-magnetic.
C)Magnesium oxidizes more easily than iron.
D)Magnesium is a better electrical conductor than iron.
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