Study of the First Element - Hydrogen
ICSE · Class 9 · Chemistry
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What to Focus On
- Hydrogen has atomic number 1 and one valence electron.
- It is placed in the 1st Period and Group 1A.
- Hydrogen is a non-metal but is included in the activity series.
- Henry Cavendish discovered hydrogen in 1766.
- Robert Boyle prepared it earlier in 1672.
- Lavoisier named it hydrogen in 1783.
- Potassium, sodium, and calcium react with cold water.
- Magnesium reacts with boiling water and steam.
- Aluminium, zinc, and iron react with steam.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Hydrogen is a metal because it is placed in Group 1A.
Hydrogen is always collected by downward displacement of air because it is lighter than air.
Zinc granules are used in laboratory preparation of hydrogen only because they are small and easy to handle.
Memory Tips
Position of hydrogen in the periodic table
Dual nature of hydrogen
Discovery and naming of hydrogen
Hydrogen from cold water with potassium and sodium
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