Explanation

• Iron (Fe) is a trace element required in very small amounts in the body.
• It is essential for forming hemoglobin in blood.
• It helps in oxygen transport in red blood cells.
• Other trace elements include: Zinc, Copper, Iodine, Manganese, Cobalt.

Last verified on 09-06-2026

Explanation

There are 3 main types of chemical bonds based on electron behavior.

1. Ionic bond → electrons are transferred (lost or gained).
2. Covalent bond → electrons are shared between atoms.
3. Metallic bond → electrons are delocalized (free-moving) in metals.

Last verified on 09-06-2026

Explanation

• Chemical energy is the energy stored in the bonds between atoms and molecules.
• It is released or absorbed during chemical reactions.
• Found in substances like food, fuel, and batteries.
• It is a form of potential energy stored in chemical bonds.
• It changes into other forms like heat or light when reactions occur.

Last verified on 08-06-2026

Explanation

• Sublimation is the direct transition of a solid into a gas without passing through the liquid phase.

Additional information:

Some common sublimating substances:

• Dry ice (CO₂) – solid → gas
• Iodine crystals – solid → violet gas
• Camphor – solid → vapor
• Naphthalene (mothballs) – solid → gas
• Ammonium chloride – solid → gas

Last verified on 13-03-2026

Explanation

• The hardest substance in the world is diamond.
• Its hardness is due to the strong covalent bonding between its carbon atoms.
• This making it the most resistant to scratching.

Additional information:

• Category: Native minerals
• Cleavage: 111 (perfect in four directions)
• Crystal class: Hexoctahedral (m3m); H-M symbol: (4/m 3 2/m)
• Crystal habit: Octahedral
• Crystal system: Cubic
• Dana classification: 1.3.6.1
• Density: 3.5–3.53 g/cm3 3500–3530 kg/m3

Last verified on 07-06-2026