CHEM 219 PORTAGE LEARNING MODULE 1
EXAM 2026 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
GUARANTEED A+
⩥ Catenation Answer: Ability of ab element to form bonds with itself,
resulting in formation of chains, rings or complex structures.
Allows for vats diversity of organic compounds in terms of reactivity
and properties
⩥ The properties & reactivity of an organic molecule are controlled by
its Answer: composition & shape
⩥ Why do atoms form bonds to other atoms? Answer: Energetic
stability
⩥ To say an atom is energetically stable means that the overall energy of
the atom is Answer: lower when in the bonded state than in a non
bonded state
⩥ T/F
Lower energy typically means greater stability? Why Answer: True
b/c the electron configuration of the atom - atomic valence
EXAM 2026 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
GUARANTEED A+
⩥ Catenation Answer: Ability of ab element to form bonds with itself,
resulting in formation of chains, rings or complex structures.
Allows for vats diversity of organic compounds in terms of reactivity
and properties
⩥ The properties & reactivity of an organic molecule are controlled by
its Answer: composition & shape
⩥ Why do atoms form bonds to other atoms? Answer: Energetic
stability
⩥ To say an atom is energetically stable means that the overall energy of
the atom is Answer: lower when in the bonded state than in a non
bonded state
⩥ T/F
Lower energy typically means greater stability? Why Answer: True
b/c the electron configuration of the atom - atomic valence
