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The Language of Chemistry

ICSE · Class 9 · Chemistry

Most important questions from The Language of Chemistry for ICSE Class 9 Chemistry board exam 2026. MCQs, short answer, and long answer questions with marks.

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1multiple correct

Which of the following are correct chemical symbols? (Select all that apply)

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Fe for Iron, Au for Gold, Ag for Silver, Ca for Calcium

Fe (from Latin Ferrum), Au (from Latin Aurum), Ag (from Latin Argentum), and Ca are all correct element symbols. Co represents the element Cobalt, not carbon monoxide (which is CO).

2true false

The valency of hydrogen is always 1.

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True

Hydrogen has a valency of 1 because it has one electron in its outer shell and can lose, gain, or share one electron during chemical bonding.

3multiple correct

Which of the following represent radicals? (Select all that apply)

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NH₄⁺ (Ammonium), SO₄²⁻ (Sulfate), Na⁺ (Sodium), OH⁻ (Hydroxide)

Radicals are atoms or groups of atoms with positive or negative charges. NH₄⁺, SO₄²⁻, Na⁺, and OH⁻ are all charged radicals. H₂O is a neutral molecule, not a radical.

4multiple choice

What does a chemical formula represent?

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The molecular composition of a substance

A chemical formula shows the types and numbers of atoms present in a molecule of a compound. It represents the molecular composition and ratios of elements.

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Key topics in The Language of Chemistry include How to Write a Chemical Formula Using the Criss-Cross Method (With Common Mistake Warnings), The Language of Chemistry — Complete Concept Map, The Language of Chemistry — Key Concepts Overview. These are the concepts ICSE Class 9 examiners draw on most — study them first, then practise related questions.
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There are 44 practice questions available for The Language of Chemistry. These cover multiple question types including MCQs, short answer, and long answer questions.

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