PHYSICAL SCIENCE

NAME_________________________________________ GRADE AND SECTION ______________

DATE: ________________________________________ SCORE: __________________________

Direction: Choose the letter of the BEST answer. Write the letter in the space provided before each number.

1.Which process is responsible for the formation of elements at the center of star?
a. big bang nucleosynthesis b. nuclear fusion
c. stellar nucleosynthesis d. supernova nucleosynthesis

2. It was created by bombardment of molybdenum by deuterons (heavy hydrogen, H12), by Emilio Segre and Carlo Perrier
in 1937.
a. Oxygen b. Technetium c.Helium d. Uranium

3 .A polar covalent bond is formed when ____

A.electrons are shared unequally by two atoms in a compound. B.atoms share electrons equally
C. its geometric shape is bent. D. its molecules attract each othre

4.Which of the following liquids are highly miscible with each other?
A. water and oil B. water and gasoline C. water and vinegar D. water and kerosene

5. How does dipole-dipole interaction happen?

a. Polar molecules shift electron density that gives rise to neutral substances.
b. The electron distribution in the polar molecules is distorted that results to (-) and (+) poles.
c. Polarization of big nonpolar molecules brings about the formation of permanent (+) and (-) charges.
d. The (-) and (+) ends of one polar molecule align themselves to the (+)and (-) ends of another polar molecule and attract
each other.

6. What happens to the viscosity of liquid with the increase in temperature?

A.The viscosity remains the same.
B.The intermolecular forces of attraction become weaker resulting in decreased viscosity.
C. Viscosity of substances increases as the temperature decrease
D. Viscosity of substances increases as the temperature increases.

7. Which organic molecule gives fast source of energy to support physical activities?
a. Carbohydrates b. lipids c. nucleic acids d. proteins

8.What conditions must be met for a chemical reaction to occur?

A.Molecules must collide with the wrong orientation.
B.Molecules must collide with enough energy to break the old bonds and produce an exchange of atoms that form new
products.
C.Reactants must have high concentration to ensure more collision of molecules which leads to a chemical reaction.
D.If the surface area of the reactant is decreased, there is a greater chance of collision and chemical reaction.

9.How does a catalyst increase the rate of a reaction?

A. by forming an intermediate complex B. by increasing activation energy
C. by lowering the activation energy D. by changing the equilibrium constant

10.Which of the following is the correct sequence of a chemical equation?

A.Reactants → Product 2 Al +3 Cl2 →2 Al Cl3
B.Product → Reactants 2 Al Cl3 → 2 Al +3 Cl2
C.Reactants + Product 2 Al +3 Cl2 +2 Al Cl3
D. Product + Reactants 2 Al Cl3 +2 Al +3 Cl 2

11. This form of energy includes hydrocarbons such as coal, oil, and natural gas that comes from organic remains of
prehistoric organisms.
a. Batteries b. fossil fuels c. natural gas d. solar power

12 Use ________ in a well-ventilated area to prevent increased concentration in the air as this can cause an explosion.
a. Chlorine b. magnesium c. potassium d. Ammonia
13. Oxygen and iron are synthesized through
A.hydrogen atoms are combined in the cores of the stars to produce helium.
B.elements are produced when stars collide and merge.
C.nuclear fusion in the core of massive stars.
D.elements are brought to the star by surrounding planetary bodies that are pulled into the star's gravitational field.

14. Concept of the atomic number led to the synthesis of new elements in the laboratory.
A.The atomic number is the sum of the number of protons and neutrons in an atom's nucleus.
B.The atomic number determines an element's chemical properties, but not its nuclear properties.
C.A different element is formed when protons are added to an atom's nucleus, which increases its atomic number.
D.The isotopes of an element have the same atomic numbers.

15. Which of the following procedures BEST describes how to determine whether a molecule is polar or non-polar based on
its structure?
A.Identify if there is an uneven pull on the electrons in a molecule.
B.Determine the electronegativity of each atom in the molecule and calculate the difference between the highest and lowest
values.
C.Calculate the molar mass of the molecule and compare it to the molar mass of a standard reference compound.
D.Count the number of lone pairs of electrons on the central atom and determine if the molecule has a net dipole moment
based on its shape.

16,Polar molecules______
A.have an asymmetrical distribution of electrons.
B.have an uneven distribution of electrons, creating a positive and negative end, and are attracted to other polar molecules.
C.are soluble in polar solvents.
D.are always gases at room temperature and have low boiling points.

17.Intermolecular force___
A.result from the attraction of molecules in a substance and are weaker than intramolecular forces.
B.result from the sharing and transfer of electrons between atoms in a molecule.
C.forces exist between polar and nonpolar molecules.
D.help identify the polarity of a molecule.

18. Surface tension is the amount of energy required to stretch the surface area of liquids. Which of the following best
explains how the water strider can walk on water?
A. The polar molecules of water allow it to exhibit a plastic-like layer on its surface.
B. The Van der Waals forces between the water molecules push the molecules of water apart,
resulting in higher surface tension.
C. Water has high surface tension resulting from the hydrogen bonds between its polar molecules.
D. Van der Waals forces

19.Its function is determined by the specific three-dimensional shape it adopts, which is dictated by the interactions
between its constituent amino acids.
a. Protein b. Carbohydrates c. Lipid d. Nucleic Acid

20. Which of the following statements BEST describes the factors that affect the rate of reaction according to the collision
theory?
A. Adding more sugar to your coffee makes it sweeter.
B. Setting the stove on high allows faster cooking because the molecules have more kinetic energy.
C. Decreasing particle size increases the surface area of the reactants exposing more particles and leading to an increase
in the number of collisions between particles.
D. The increased number of reactants results in a faster
reaction.
A
21. Study the graph of a chemical reaction given below.
Based on the graph, which of the following is TRUE?
I. Line A has a lower activation energy than Line B. B
II. Line B has a higher activation energy than Line A.
III. Line A has a catalyst added to it, resulting in lower
activation energy.
IV. Line B has a catalyst added to it, resulting in higher
activation energy.
 A. Statements I and II only
B. Statements I, II, and III only
C. Statements I and III only
D. Statements II, III, and IV

22. Using the equation 2 Al +3 Cl2 →2 Al Cl3 , suppose you have 5.9 moles of Aluminum reacting with 4.0 moles of
Chlorine gas, what is the limiting reactant in the reaction?
A. Al B. CL2, C. ALCL3 D. Al2CL3

23. Describe geothermal energy as a way to harness energy.

A. Magma can be collected and turned into fuel.
B. It can be used to power plants to generate electricity.
C. The energy coming from the volcanoes can be used to make more cars
D. The heat coming from the volcanoes can be used as a tourist attraction to generate more
income for countries.

24. Which of the following is an active ingredient?

A. Water b.Perfume c.Dye d.Hydrochloric Acid

25.The life cycle of the star that releases tremendous amounts of energy, leading to the formation of elements heavier than
iron?
A. Protostar B. Supernova C. Red Supergiant D. Main Sequence Star

26. Study this structure and answer the question that follows. Which of the following statements is TRUE about the given
molecular structure?
A. It is a polar molecule because it has fluorine atoms surrounding the central atom.
B. It is a polar molecule because it is asymmetrical in shape.
C. It is a nonpolar molecule because it is symmetrical in shape and all electrons of carbon are
bonded.
D. It is nonpolar because all electrons of carbon are shared with fluorine atoms and the ends of the
molecule have different charges.
.27. You accidentally brushed your uncapped permanent marker against your shirt. Based on your knowledge, rubbing
alcohol can remove the ink. Which of the following statements supports this idea?
A. Rubbing alcohol is a polar molecule while the ink is a nonpolar molecule, therefore, the rubbing alcohol will be
able to remove the ink stain.
B. Both the rubbing alcohol and ink are nonpolar and since “like dissolves like”, the rubbing alcohol will be able to
remove the ink stain.
C. Rubbing alcohol is a very good remover of stains in clothes.
D. Rubbing alcohol and ink are made up of the same materials, so they cancel out each other’s charges.

28. Which of the following CORRECTLY describes the intermolecular forces of attraction (IMFA) of the given pair of
molecules?
a. HF has a stronger IMFA than HCl because it can form dispersion forces.
B.HF has a stronger IMFA than HCl because, unlike HCl, it can form
hydrogen bonds.
B. Both HF and HCl can form hydrogen bonds among their molecules.
D. Both HF and HCl form dispersion forces among their molecules.
___29. Honey is considered a versatile substance because it has many uses. Which of the following statements BEST
describes its characteristic resulting from the intermolecular forces of attraction among its molecules?
A. It is usually used as a natural sweetener because of its sugar content.
B. It can be stored for long periods even without refrigeration.
C. It is a substance that appears to be golden in color and flows slowly.
D. It flows quite slowly compared to water due to its high viscosity.
30. Below is an example of a structure made from a lipid, a kind of biological macromolecule.
Which of the following statements BEST describes this image?
A. It is composed of smaller units known as saccharides, which serve as the primary source of energy.
B. It is composed of long chains of alcohol and fatty acid, which serve as protection and allow it to stick to other
lipids.
C. It is composed of a hydrophilic head and hydrophobic tail, forming a bilayer that physically separates intercellular
components from the extracellular environment.
D. It is composed of fatty acids and sphingosine that
help form the structure of membranes.

31. Which of the following statements about increasing the speed of a chemical reaction by increasing the temperature is
not true?
A. Particles move faster at a higher temperature.
B. Particle collision becomes more evident at high temperatures.
C. Particles expand at a higher temperature.
D. Particles gain more energy at high temperatures; hence, they move faster.

32. The digestive enzymes in our stomach act as catalysts because they speed up biochemical reactions inside our bodies.
Which of the following BEST explains how a catalyst impacts the chemical reaction rate?
A. Catalysts decrease the reaction rate by lowering the activation energy.
B. Catalysts are neither reactants nor products of a chemical reaction. They just speed up
the reaction but do not get consumed in the process.
C. Catalysts increase the concentration of a substance.
D. Most catalysts are made up of amino acid chains called proteins.
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33. Determine the limiting reactant when a 14.8 g of propane reacts with 34.4 g of oxygen?
C3H8 + 5O2 3CO2 + 4H2O
A. Propane
B. Oxygen
C. Carbon Dioxide
D. Water

34. Geothermal energy is one of the major energy sources in the Philippines. One way to harness this type of energy is
through a power plant. How does it work?
I. The steam cools off in a cooling tower and condenses back to water.
II. The steam spins a turbine, which is connected to a generator that produces electricity.
III. Hot water is pumped from deep underground through a well under high pressure.
IV. When the water reaches the surface, the pressure is dropped which causes the water
to turn into steam.
V. The cooled water is pumped back into the Earth to begin the process again..

A. III-IV-II-I-V
B. III-II-IV-I-V
C. III-IV-I-II-V
D. III-II-IV-I-V

35. Surfactants are among the essential ingredients of laundry detergent, dishwashing detergents, and other cleaning
products. Which of the following characteristics of surfactant makes it an important component of detergents?
A. Surfactants can kill pathogens and prevent them from spreading.
B. Surfactants, a.k.a. surface active agents, lower surface tension to help trap dirt and
remove it from the surface.
C. Surfactants have a hydrophobic (water-hating) tail and a hydrophilic (water-loving) head.
D. Surfactants are neither hydrophilic nor hydrophobic.

36.Which of the following describes enzymes found in laundry detergents?

A. Proteases are enzymes that break down proteins, hence, are good for blood and egg stains.
B. Cellulases are enzymes that provide color care for fabric and help remove soil and rust.
C. Lipases are enzymes used for removing lipid (fat) stains.
D. Mannanases are enzymes that clean fabric containing fruits and vegetables stains.

37. Molecular polarity depends on both individual bond polarities and molecular geometry. Which of the following molecules
is polar based on its molecular geometry?
 A. NH3 B. BF3 C. CCl4 D. N2

38. Water's capability to dissolve a variety of molecules has earned it the designation of “universal solvent". This is because
water is a polar substance. Which of the following BEST justifies this?
A. The hydrogen atoms of water are more electronegative than the oxygen atom.
B. The chemical bond between hydrogen and oxygen atoms in water is polar covalent.
C. The molecular shape of water is bent because it has 2 lone pairs on the central oxygen
atom and 2 bonded pairs on the hydrogen atoms.
D. The water molecule has a partially positive end and a partially negative end due to the uneven
distribution of electrons between its atoms.

39. What type of intermolecular forces exist between Hydrogen Chloride and Water?
A. Dipole-dipole forces because they are both polar substances.
B. Ion-dipole forces because there is an electrostatic attraction between an ion and a neutral
molecule that has a dipole. 
C. Dispersion forces because there is a temporary attractive force that results when the electrons
in two adjacent atoms occupy positions that make the atoms form temporary dipoles.
D. Hydrogen bond forces due to the presence of Hydrogen and Chlorine atoms.

40. How do intermolecular forces affect the boiling point of any liquid?
A. Strong intermolecular forces present in liquid particles require high energy input to break the bond between
particles.
B. The greater the attraction force between liquid particles, the higher the boiling point.
C. Intermolecular force in liquid particles is stronger than that of solid particles.
D. When a liquid is heated, the force of attraction between its particles decreases causing the liquid substance to
boil.

_____41. Taro plant leaves are a common ingredient in Laing, a Bicol Region delicacy. This plant's heart-shaped leaves
have an interesting property: they repel water. Liquids that land on their surface slide off the leaves rather than wetting
them.  What caused Taro leaves to repel water?
A. Taro leaves have a cuticle, which results in a waxy covering.
B. Taro leaves have oil that repels water.
C. Taro leaves contain beeswax causing the water to slide off the leaves.
D. Taro leaves contain a wax-like substance generated by the plant, which is a hydroxy fatty acid.

_____42. Food is stored in freezers and refrigerators by consumers to slow the processes that cause it to spoil. How can
freezers and refrigerators slow down food spoilage?
A. Lowering the temperature reduces the rate at which food spoils or is degraded by bacteria.
B. Lowering the temperature reduces the number of collisions between molecules and the amount of kinetic energy
available for activation energy.
C. Lowering the temperature keeps the food cold and fresh.
D. Lowering the temperature allows the food to last for a week.

_____43. The graph represents an energy diagram for the reaction of carbon dioxide and water to produce carbonic acid.
The reactions with and without a catalyst are labeled A and B, respectively. What is the role of a catalyst in the production of
carbonic acid, according to the diagram?

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A. The catalyst presented in the diagram is an enzyme.

B. The catalyst decreases the energy consumption of the reaction's transition state.
 C. The presence of the catalyst lowers the activation energy, so the reaction proceeds faster than without a
catalyst.
D. The diagram shows two lines, one containing enzymes and one without.

44. In a certain experiment, 40.0 g KClO3 is heated until it completely decomposes. It produces a theoretical yield of 15.7 g
O2. The experiment is performed, the oxygen gas is collected, and its mass is found to be   14.9 g. What is the percent yield
for the reaction?
A. 94.9 % B. 93.9% C. 92.9% D. 91.9%

45. What is the correct flow in harnessing energy from the sun?
I. Solar panels capture solar energy
II. Batteries store excess energy
III. Electrical panel distributes electricity
IV. Solar inverters convert DC to AC
V. Electric meter records consumption and production

A. I, II, III, IV, V B. II, I, III, V, IV C. III, I, IV, II, V D. I, IV, III, V, II

46. Many of us use vinegar for washing and cleaning around the house, but proper cleaning vinegar can only be found in
the cleaning supplies aisle or at a hardware shop. The sole distinction between cleaning vinegar and distilled white vinegar
is the acidity level. How is cleaning vinegar used at home?
A. Add a few drops of soap to one part water and two parts vinegar to remove tough stains.
B. Add 2 drops of vinegar to one pail of water.
C. Used it as a natural disinfectant.
D. Combining cleaning vinegar with the surfactants in dishwashing liquid creates an all-purpose cleaner 

47. Stellar nucleosynthesis is a nuclear reaction-based process that produces new atomic nuclei from pre-existing nuclei or
nucleons. Why do giant star cores develop into iron but not heavier elements?
A. The star's attempt to fuse iron disrupts the core's stability by consuming energy.
B. The temperature never rises high enough to allow heavier elements to fuse.
C. The star collapses before the core has a chance to produce heavier elements.
D. Iron does not deteriorate.

48. Americium, Curium, Berkelium, Californium, Einsteinium, Fermium, Mendelevium, Nobelium, and other 18 elements are
synthesized in laboratories. How did these laboratory elements develop?
A. Heavy elements are created by bombarding two lighter elements that sum up to the mass of the desired new
element.
B. To create a new element, a stationary element called the target, or another called the projectile is placed into the
particle accelerator and effectively blasted into the first element.
C. The process for producing a laboratory element is to infuse more protons into the nucleus of an element with an
atomic number less than 95.
D. The process of producing a new element is through experimentation.

49. Which of the following claims regarding a molecule of formyl fluoride is INCORRECT?
A. The molecule is trigonometrically planar.
B. The atom of fluorine has a partial negative charge.
C. The atom of oxygen has a partial positive charge.
D. The molecule has polar properties.

50. How does the vinegar works as a cleaning agent?

A. Acid is a good stain remover
B. acid and water can be used to remove stains.
C. Acids remove stains and clean them by adding a chemical charge to the
molecules of the stain.
D. Acids have a strong odor and can be used to remove stains.