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(a) Sample II
- Requires little soap to lather
(b) Temporary hardness removed after boiling.
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- The electronic configuration of element X, Y and Z are given below.
X Y ...(Solved)
The electronic configuration of element X, Y and Z are given below.
X Y Z
2.8 2.8.7 2.8.18.7
Which is the most reactive element? Explain.
Date posted: March 28, 2019. Answers (1)
- The scheme below shows some reaction of salt. Study it and answer questions that follow.(Solved)
The scheme below shows some reaction of salt. Study it and answer questions that follow.
(i) Write an equation for the reaction to show formation of gas P and solid X.
(ii) Give the name and formula of the complex ion responsible for the deep blue colour in the solution.
Date posted: March 28, 2019. Answers (1)
- Excess carbon II Oxide was passed over heated sample of an oxide of iron. The following
results were obtained. Determine the empirical formular of the iron...(Solved)
Excess carbon II Oxide was passed over heated sample of an oxide of iron. The following
results were obtained. Determine the empirical formular of the iron oxide.
Mass of empty dish = 10.98g
Mass of empty dish + oxide of iron = 13.30g
Mass of dish + residue = 12.66g
(Fe = 56; C = 12; O = 16 )
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- Explain why potassium chloride conducts electricity in both the molten state and in aqueous solution whereas hydrogen chloride conducts electricity only in aqueous solution and...(Solved)
Explain why potassium chloride conducts electricity in both the molten state and in aqueous solution whereas hydrogen chloride conducts electricity only in aqueous solution and not in gaseous state.
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- A certain substance has a boiling point of 16800C. It does not conduct electricity when in solid form but conducts when molten. What is the...(Solved)
A certain substance has a boiling point of 16800C. It does not conduct electricity when in solid form but conducts when molten. What is the most likely structure of the substance? Explain.
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- Study the diagrams below.(Solved)
Study the diagrams below.
(a) State the observations made at I and II.
(b) Write the equation to show the reactions at II if dry sulphur (IV) oxide was used in place of dry chlorine.
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- The table below shows elements W, X, Y and Z and their atomic numbers. The letters are not the actual symbols of the elements. Use...(Solved)
The table below shows elements W, X, Y and Z and their atomic numbers. The letters are not the actual symbols of the elements. Use the letters to answer the questions that follow.
(a) Select an element which forms
(i) Anions.
(ii) An insoluble carbonate
(b) Which element has the largest atomic radius
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- Briefly explain the following
(a) Atomic radii of alkaline earth metals are smaller than those of the corresponding alkali metals in the same period.
(b) Melting point...(Solved)
Briefly explain the following
(a) Atomic radii of alkaline earth metals are smaller than those of the corresponding alkali metals in the same period.
(b) Melting point of halogens increase down the group.
(c) Helium is a better gas for use in weather research balloons than hydrogen.
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- An element E has relative atomic mass of 69.39. Given that the element has two isotopes of atomic masses 62.35 and 70.45, calculate the relative...(Solved)
An element E has relative atomic mass of 69.39. Given that the element has two isotopes of atomic masses 62.35 and 70.45, calculate the relative abundance of each of the isotopes.
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- Study the diagram below and answer the questions that follow.
(a) Identify gas Z.
(b) Write the chemical equation for the reaction which produces gas Z
(c)...(Solved)
Study the diagram below and answer the questions that follow.
(a) Identify gas Z.
(b) Write the chemical equation for the reaction which produces gas Z
(c) State why the above experiment should be carried out in a fume chamber.
Date posted: March 28, 2019. Answers (1)
- Study the scheme below hence answer the questions that follow.(Solved)
Study the scheme below hence answer the questions that follow.
(a) Identify solid Q.
(b) Write an ionic equation for the reaction in Step II.
(c) State the condition necessary for Step I.
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- Name the method of separation that can most suitably be used to separate the following mixtures.
(a) Gasoline from petroleum
(b) Benzoic acid and potassium carbonate
(c) Oil...(Solved)
Name the method of separation that can most suitably be used to separate the following mixtures.
(a) Gasoline from petroleum
(b) Benzoic acid and potassium carbonate
(c) Oil from cashew nuts
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- Study the set-up below and answer the questions that follow.
After sometimes, the cotton wools X, Y and Z changed color in turn.
(a) What were the...(Solved)
Study the set-up below and answer the questions that follow.
After sometimes, the cotton wools X, Y and Z changed color in turn.
(a) What were the colour changes?
(b) Which cotton wool changed colour first?
(c) Explain why the cotton wools did not change colour at the same time.
Date posted: March 28, 2019. Answers (1)
- A current of 2.5A was passed through a cell containing N2+ ions for 25 minutes. The mass of the cathode increased by 0.36g.Determine the R.A.M...(Solved)
A current of 2.5A was passed through a cell containing N2+ ions for 25 minutes. The mass of the cathode increased by 0.36g.Determine the R.A.M of N. (F = 9.65 x 104Cmolˉ¹).
Date posted: March 28, 2019. Answers (1)
- The diagram below represents a set-up of apparatus used to investigate the effect of electric current on lead (II) bromide.(Solved)
The diagram below represents a set-up of apparatus used to investigate the effect of electric current on lead (II) bromide.
Describe what is observed at electrode C.
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- 25.0cm3 of 0.12M potassium hydroxide solution required 30.0cm3 of a solution of a dibasic acid (H2Y) for complete neutralization. The acid contained 3.15g per 500cm3...(Solved)
25.0cm3 of 0.12M potassium hydroxide solution required 30.0cm3 of a solution of a dibasic acid (H2Y) for complete neutralization. The acid contained 3.15g per 500cm3 solution.
Calculate:
(a) The molarity of the acid solution
(b) The relative formula mass of the acid.
Date posted: March 28, 2019. Answers (1)
- The table below contains information regarding a species of helium.(Solved)
The table below contains information regarding a species of helium.
Complete the table by indicating the numbers of electrons and neutrons.
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- A Student in form four placed a thermometer in molten naphthalene at 850C and recorded the temperature and time until the naphthalene solidified. From the...(Solved)
A Student in form four placed a thermometer in molten naphthalene at 850C and recorded the temperature and time until the naphthalene solidified. From the values obtained, the figure below was drawn.
(a) What name is given to such a figure?
(b) Which part of the figure represents the change of state of naphthalene?
(c)In terms of kinetic theory. Explain what happens to molecules along AB.
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- The table below shows information about three solid substances A, B and C. Study it and answer the question that follow.
Describe how you will separate...(Solved)
The table below shows information about three solid substances A, B and C. Study it and answer the question that follow.
Describe how you will separate the three solids from a mixture of the three.
Date posted: March 28, 2019. Answers (1)
- Study the diagram below hence answer the questions that follow.(Solved)
Study the diagram below hence answer the questions that follow.
(i) Explain why it is necessary to have the flame at M.
(ii) Write down the equation for the reaction inside the apparatus.
Date posted: March 28, 2019. Answers (1)