In 10th class (typically around the age of 15-16), you generally learn about the basic principles of chemistry, including elements, compounds, atomic numbers, and mass numbers. The exact number of elements and compounds you need to remember can vary depending on your curriculum or educational system. However, there are some fundamental elements and compounds that are commonly taught at this level.
In terms of elements, it is important to have a basic understanding of the first 20 elements of the periodic table. Here are their atomic numbers and atomic masses:
- Hydrogen (H) - Atomic Number: 1, Atomic Mass: 1.008
- Helium (He) - Atomic Number: 2, Atomic Mass: 4.0026
- Lithium (Li) - Atomic Number: 3, Atomic Mass: 6.94
- Beryllium (Be) - Atomic Number: 4, Atomic Mass: 9.0122
- Boron (B) - Atomic Number: 5, Atomic Mass: 10.81
- Carbon (C) - Atomic Number: 6, Atomic Mass: 12.01
- Nitrogen (N) - Atomic Number: 7, Atomic Mass: 14.01
- Oxygen (O) - Atomic Number: 8, Atomic Mass: 16.00
- Fluorine (F) - Atomic Number: 9, Atomic Mass: 18.998
- Neon (Ne) - Atomic Number: 10, Atomic Mass: 20.18
- Sodium (Na) - Atomic Number: 11, Atomic Mass: 22.99
- Magnesium (Mg) - Atomic Number: 12, Atomic Mass: 24.31
- Aluminum (Al) - Atomic Number: 13, Atomic Mass: 26.98
- Silicon (Si) - Atomic Number: 14, Atomic Mass: 28.09
- Phosphorus (P) - Atomic Number: 15, Atomic Mass: 30.97
- Sulfur (S) - Atomic Number: 16, Atomic Mass: 32.07
- Chlorine (Cl) - Atomic Number: 17, Atomic Mass: 35.45
- Argon (Ar) - Atomic Number: 18, Atomic Mass: 39.95
- Potassium (K) - Atomic Number: 19, Atomic Mass: 39.10
- Calcium (Ca) - Atomic Number: 20, Atomic Mass: 40.08
These elements are crucial for understanding the periodic table and the basic properties of elements.
When it comes to compounds, you typically learn about common compounds such as water (H2O), carbon dioxide (CO2), ammonia (NH3), methane (CH4), and table salt (NaCl), among others. These compounds are often introduced to illustrate concepts such as molecular formulas, chemical reactions, and chemical bonding.
Remember, the specific elements and compounds you need to learn may depend on your curriculum or syllabus. It's always a good idea to consult your teacher or educational resources for the most accurate information.