Daily Life Chemistry
Explore chemistry in everyday life through household products, common chemicals, medical applications, and materials you encounter daily
Questions
Consider the following statements:
- Nylon was the first synthetic fibre made from chemicals only.
- High grade polyethylene is widely used for making bullet proof material.
Which of the given statements is/are correct?
- Only 1
- Only 2
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Aspirin can be found in many household medicine cabinets. What is it chemically?
- Ibuprofen
- Acetaminophen
- Paracetamol
- Acetylsalicylic acid
A person abruptly touched the sting of nettle plant. He observed severe pain and swelling in that area of his hand. This is because the sting of nettle plant contains
- ethanoic acid
- carbonic acid
- sulphuric acid
- methanoic acid
Consider the following statements:
- When steam is passed over red-hot coke, CNG is produced.
- Potassium permanganate (pink solution) acts an antiseptic solution.
Which of the given statements is/are correct?
- Only 1
- Only 2
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Which of the following processes is used to kill microorganisms in water purification system?
- Chlorination
- Filtration
- Loading
- Convention
Which of the following statements is/are correct?
- Ethane is known as marsh gas.
- Hydrogen sulphide gas smells like rotten eggs.
- Only 1
- Only 2
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Consider the following statements:
- You can extend the life of rubber bands by refrigerating them.
- Cellulose is used to thicken ice cream.
Which of the given statements is/are correct?
- Only 1
- Only 2
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Which of the following are the constituents of LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)?
- Methane
- Butane
- Propane
- Only 1 and 2
- Only 2 and 3
- Only 1 and 3
- All of these
Which of the following pairs is/are incorrectly matched?
- Bleaching powder - Antacid
- Dettol - Disinfectant
- Picric acid - Antiseptic
- Chlorine - Analgesic
- Only 1 and 4
- Only 1 and 3
- Only 3
- Only 4
Which of the following compounds is used in wood polish and varnish?
- Methane
- Acetaldehyde
- Methyl alcohol
- Acetic acid
Consider the following statements:
- Non-stick utensils are made of teflon, which is a polymer of polytetrafluoroethylene.
- Sodium hydroxide is used to prepare soaps and paper.
Which of the given statements is/are incorrect?
- Only 1
- Only 2
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Consider the following statements:
(1) Barium sulphate is used for diagnostic X-ray imaging.
(2) Zinc is present in human tears.
Which of the given statements is/are correct?
- Only (1)
- Only (2)
- Both (1) and (2)
- Neither (1) nor (2)