Constants
Avogadro's Constant
6.022 x 1023 atoms/mol
Dr. Joseph Serafin
Who discovered Radium?
Marie Curie
How many hearts does an octopus have?
3
In the song 'The Twelve Days of Christmas,' what is given on the fifth day?
Speed of Light
2.997 x 108 m/s
Where is the Chemistry Department Office (building, floor, room)?
St. Alberts, 3rd floor, 322
Is is acid into water or water into acid?
Acid to water
What is the total number of languages worldwide?
7,139
What is the name of the spinning top game played during Hanukkah and (bonus) where did it originate?
Dreidel ; Greek-Syrian rule over the Holy land
Ideal Gas Constant (R)
8.314 J mol-1 K-1
Who is the Assistant Chair?
Dr. Elise Megehee
What are the only two elements that are in liquid form at room temperature (one is metal, one is non-metal)?
Bromine and Mercury
What letter is not present in any of the U.S. State names?
Q
What popular Christmas song was originally written for Thanksgiving?
Jingle Bells
Planck's Constant (h)
6.626 x 10-34 J Hz-1
How many chemistry credits do you need to graduate with a B.S. in Chemistry?
46-51
What letter from the english language is not present on the periodic table?
J
What are the top three languages, in order, spoken in the U.S.A. (non-english)?
In Alpine folklore, while St. Nicholas rewards good children with gifts, this horned and demonic figure is said to punish the naughty ones. What is the name of the companion of St. Nicholas who is known for his menacing presence?
Krampus
Faraday Constant (F)
96490 C mol-1
What is one of Dr. Frank Vazquez's favorite movie? (get one of these to get it right)
Empire strikes back
Raiders of the Lost Ark
The Big Lebowski
What was the first element that was discovered in space before it was discovered on earth?
Helium
This island nation, often referred to as the 'Pearl of the Indian Ocean,' boasts rich biodiversity, stunning beaches, and is known for its tea plantations. What is the name of this tropical paradise?
Sri Lanka
During the celebration of Kwanzaa, this symbolic item is used to represent the principles of unity, self-determination, collective work and responsibility, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity, and faith. What is the name of this central item in Kwanzaa celebrations?
Kinara