IGCSE Chemistry (0620) — October–November 2024, Paper 13

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Question 1 · 1 mark · States of matter (gases)

Which conditions cause gas particles to move the fastest and the furthest apart? temperature pressure --- --- --- A high high B low high C high low D low low

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Question 2 · 1 mark · States of matter

Which statement describes a liquid at room temperature? A A sample of a liquid has a fixed volume and shape. B A sample of a liquid does not have a fixed volume or shape. C The…

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Question 3 · 1 mark · States of matter (melting/boiling points)

A compound, X, has a melting point of 71 °C and a boiling point of 375 °C. Which statement about X is correct? A It is a liquid at 52 °C and a gas at 175 °C. B It is a liquid at…

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Question 4 · 1 mark · Atomic structure

What is the nucleon number of an atom? A the number of neutrons B the number of protons C the total number of protons and neutrons D the total number of protons and electrons

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Question 5 · 1 mark · Atomic structure (electronic configuration)

An atom has three electron shells. There are three electrons in the outer shell. How many protons and how many neutrons are in this atom? protons neutrons --- --- --- A 13 14 B 13…

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Question 6 · 1 mark · Covalent bonding

Which row gives the number of covalent bonds in one molecule of ammonia and in one molecule of hydrogen chloride? ammonia hydrogen chloride --- --- --- A 3 1 B 3 2 C 4 1 D 4 2

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Question 7 · 1 mark · Giant covalent structures (diamond)

Which statements about the structure and bonding in diamond are correct? 1 Each carbon atom in diamond is bonded to three other carbon atoms only. 2 Diamond contains many strong…

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Question 8 · 1 mark · Stoichiometry (reacting masses)

Magnesium burns in oxygen to form magnesium oxide. The equation for the reaction is shown. 2Mg + O2 - 2MgO Which mass of magnesium oxide is formed when 48 g of magnesium is…

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Question 9 · 1 mark · Stoichiometry (combustion)

Propane, C3H8, is burned in a limited amount of oxygen. Which equation represents this reaction? A C3H8 + 5O2 - 3CO2 + 4H2O B C3H8 + 4O2 - 3CO + 4H2O C C3H8 + 4O2 - 3CO2 + 2H2O +…

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Question 10 · 1 mark · Relative atomic mass

The isotope of which element is used to define the relative atomic mass of other elements? A sulfur B oxygen C nitrogen D carbon

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Question 11 · 1 mark · Electrolysis (definition)

What is the definition of electrolysis? A the formation of a positive ion by the removal of electrons using an electric current B the decomposition of an ionic compound, when…

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Question 12 · 1 mark · Electrolysis (electroplating)

Which statement about electroplating a copper spoon with silver is correct? A Both the anode and cathode are made of carbon. B The copper spoon is the anode. C Aqueous copper(II)…

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Question 13 · 1 mark · Energetics (exothermic reactions)

Which row describes the reaction pathway diagram and energy change in an exothermic reaction? reaction pathway diagram energy is --- --- --- A reactants higher than products…

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Question 14 · 1 mark · Energetics (endothermic reactions)

The table shows the initial and final temperatures for four different reactions. reaction initial temperature / °C final temperature / °C --- --- --- 1 19 28 2 18 16 3 20 20 4 18…

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Question 15 · 1 mark · Physical and chemical changes

Which process is a chemical change? A boiling water B cooking an egg C dissolving sugar D melting ice cubes

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Question 16 · 1 mark · Rate of reaction

A student reacts strips of zinc with dilute sulfuric acid and measures the time taken to produce 100 cm3 of hydrogen. The experiment is repeated using different conditions. The…

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Question 17 · 1 mark · Reversible reactions (hydration)

When blue copper(II) sulfate is heated, a white solid and water are formed. The white solid turns blue and gives out heat when water is added to it. Which terms describe the blue…

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Question 18 · 1 mark · Redox reactions

Which statements about a redox reaction are correct? 1 Oxidation is the gain of oxygen. 2 Both oxidation and reduction take place in a redox reaction. 3 Reduction is the gain of…

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Question 19 · 1 mark · Oxides; acids and bases

Which row identifies a basic oxide and describes an alkali? basic oxide description of an alkali --- --- --- A sodium oxide insoluble base B sodium oxide soluble base C sulfur…

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Question 20 · 1 mark · Acids and bases (indicators)

Which indicators turn blue when added to aqueous ammonia? 1 litmus 2 thymolphthalein 3 universal indicator A 1, 2 and 3 B 1 and 2 only C 1 and 3 only D 2 and 3 only

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Question 21 · 1 mark · Tests for ammonia / ammonium

Ammonium chloride reacts with solution X to produce alkaline gas Y. The equation is shown. ammonium chloride + solution X - alkaline gas Y Which row identifies X and Y? X Y ---…

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Question 22 · 1 mark · Salts (solubility and precipitation)

The solubility of some salts is shown. chloride nitrate sulfate carbonate --- --- --- --- --- barium soluble soluble insoluble insoluble lead(II) insoluble soluble insoluble…

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Question 23 · 1 mark · Group VII elements (trends)

The table shows some properties of the halogens. halogen melting point / °C colour at room temperature state at room temperature --- --- --- --- chlorine -101 yellow-green gas…

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Question 24 · 1 mark · Periodic Table (properties)

J, L and M are elements in the Periodic Table. - J has the highest density. - L has the highest reactivity with water. - M has the highest atomic number. Which row identifies the…

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Question 25 · 1 mark · Group I elements (trends)

Which statement about elements in Group I of the Periodic Table is correct? A Rubidium has a greater density than caesium. B Lithium has a higher melting point than potassium. C…

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Question 26 · 1 mark · Noble gases; mixtures

Which diagram shows a mixture of noble gases? (Four particle diagrams A-D are shown; the correct one shows separate single atoms of more than one kind, all unbonded.) A B C D

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Question 27 · 1 mark · Alloys (brass)

Which statements about the alloy brass are correct? 1 It is harder than pure copper. 2 It does not conduct electricity. 3 It is a mixture of copper and nickel. 4 It is stronger…

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Question 28 · 1 mark · Uses of metals (aluminium)

The bodies of aircraft are often made using aluminium. Which two properties of aluminium make it suitable for this use? property 1 property 2 --- --- --- A good conductor of…

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Question 29 · 1 mark · Reactivity series

Four metals, P, Q, R and S, are added separately to water and to dilute hydrochloric acid. The table shows the results. observation with water observation with dilute hydrochloric…

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Question 30 · 1 mark · Extraction of iron (blast furnace)

Iron is extracted from its ore in the blast furnace. Which statement about one of the reactions in the blast furnace is correct? A Carbon monoxide is reduced to carbon dioxide. B…

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Question 31 · 1 mark · Water quality (pollution)

Which pollutants found in river water lead to deoxygenation? 1 nitrates 2 harmful microbes 3 metal compounds 4 phosphates A 1 and 2 B 1 and 4 C 2 and 3 D 3 and 4

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Question 32 · 1 mark · Air quality (oxides of nitrogen)

Three effects of air pollutants are listed. 1 photochemical smog 2 respiratory problems 3 acid rain Which effects are caused by oxides of nitrogen? A 1, 2 and 3 B 1 and 3 only C 1…

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Question 33 · 1 mark · Fuels (petroleum)

Fractional distillation is used to separate petroleum into its fractions. Which statement about the fractional distillation of petroleum is correct? A The kerosene fraction is…

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Question 34 · 1 mark · Chemistry of the environment (fertilisers)

Fertilisers are mixtures of different compounds used to increase the growth of crops. Which pair of substances contain the three essential elements for plant growth? A ammonium…

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Question 35 · 1 mark · Organic chemistry (homologous series)

Which row gives the relative molecular mass, Mr, of the first member of the named homologous series? homologous series Mr --- --- --- A alkanes 12 B alkenes 14 C alcohols 32 D…

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Question 36 · 1 mark · Organic chemistry (alkenes)

A hydrocarbon decolourises bromine water. Which statement about the hydrocarbon is correct? A It is an alkane. B Its molecular formula is C2H6. C It is a saturated hydrocarbon. D…

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Question 37 · 1 mark · Organic chemistry (manufacture of ethanol)

Which statement describes how ethanol is manufactured from ethene? A Steam is added to ethene using an acid catalyst at 30 °C. B Steam is added to ethene using an acid catalyst at…

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Question 38 · 1 mark · Carboxylic acids (reactions)

Ethanoic acid reacts with aqueous sodium carbonate. Which gas is given off in this reaction? A hydrogen B carbon dioxide C carbon monoxide D oxygen

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Question 39 · 1 mark · Separation techniques (filtration)

A mixture containing an aqueous salt, sand and hot water is stirred. The mixture is then poured into a filtration apparatus (filter funnel and filter paper over a beaker). X is…

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Question 40 · 1 mark · Experimental techniques (titration)

A scientist uses a titration to calculate the concentration of acid in a sample of lemon juice. A measured volume of aqueous lemon juice and a few drops of an indicator are added…

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