All Questions: Cambridge IGCSE Chemistry - 0620 - Supplement Paper 2 2013 Winter Zone 3
Theory
MCQ
01.
Theory 1 Marks
CH1 - STATES OF MATTER

A gas jar of bromine vapour and a gas jar of air are set up as shown in diagram 1. The glass slide is removed. Diagram 2 shows the appearance of the gas jars after one hour.
[Image: Diagram showing bromine and air mixing]
Which statement explains why the bromine and air mix together?
A) Bromine is denser than air.
B) Bromine is lighter than air.
C) Bromine molecules moved upwards and molecules in air moved downwards.
D) Molecules in bromine and air moved randomly.

02.
Theory 2 Marks
CH2 - SEPARATING SUBSTANCES

The diagram shows a method for separating a substance that contains X and Y.
Which types of substance can be separated as shown?
A compounds
B elements
C mixtures
D molecules

03.
Theory 1 Marks
CH2 - SEPARATING SUBSTANCES

Diagram 1 shows the paper chromatogram of substance X.
Diagram 2 shows the cooling curve for substance Y.
Which statement about X and Y is correct?
A. X is a mixture and Y is a pure substance.
B. X is a pure substance and Y is a mixture.
C. X and Y are mixtures.
D. X and Y are pure substances.

04.
Theory 1 Marks
CH3 - ATOMS AND ELEMENTS

The atomic structures of four atoms are shown.

[Table_1]

Which pair of atoms are isotopes?
A W and X
B W and Y
C X and Y
D Y and Z

05.
Theory 5 Marks
CH3 - ATOMS AND ELEMENTS

The diagram shows the structure of three particles, R, S, and T.
[Image_1: Diagram of particles R, S, and T]
Key:
e = electron
n = neutron
p = proton
dotted circle = nucleus
Which row describes these particles?

[Table_1]
| | ions | isotopes |
|-----|-------|-----------|
| A | R | S and T |
| B | R and S | T |
| C | S | R and T |
| D | T | R and S |

06.
Theory 1 Marks
CH4 - ATOMS COMBINING

Which statement about the bonding in a molecule of water is not correct?
A. Both hydrogen and oxygen have a noble gas configuration of electrons.
B. Each hydrogen shares its one electron with oxygen.
C. Oxygen shares one of its own electrons with each hydrogen.
D. Oxygen shares two of its own electrons with each hydrogen.

07.
Theory 1 Marks
CH4 - ATOMS COMBINING

The electronic structures of atoms P and Q are shown. P and Q react to form an ionic compound. What is the formula of the compound? A Q_7P B QP C QP_3 D QP_7

08.
Theory 1 Marks
CH2 - SEPARATING SUBSTANCES

A solid mixture contains an ionic salt, X, and a covalent organic compound, Y.
Two students suggest methods of separating the mixture as shown.

Which methods of separation are likely to work?
[Table_1]

09.
Theory 5 Marks
CH5 - REACTING MASSES AND CHEMICAL EQUATIONS

Which relative molecular mass, $M_r$, is not correct for the molecule given?
[Table_1]

10.
Theory 4 Marks
CH1 - STATES OF MATTER

Two electrolysis experiments were carried out as shown in the diagram below.
The graphite electrodes are labelled 1-4.



Which row describes the products at the electrodes in these experiments?

[Table_1]

11.
Theory 1 Marks
CH1 - STATES OF MATTER

One molten compound and two aqueous solutions were electrolysed. The table gives the compounds electrolysed and the electrodes used.

[Table_1]

In which experiments is a gas evolved at the cathode?
A 1, 2 and 3
B 1 and 2 only
C 1 only
D 3 only

12.
Theory 1 Marks
CH9 - ENERGY CHANGES AND REVERSIBLE REACTIONS

When ammonium nitrate is added to water the temperature of the water decreases. The ammonium nitrate can be recovered by evaporating the water added. Which explains these observations?
A The ammonium nitrate dissolves in the water and the process is endothermic.
B The ammonium nitrate reacts with the water and the process is endothermic.
C The ammonium nitrate dissolves in the water and the process is exothermic.
D The ammonium nitrate reacts with the water and the process is exothermic.

13.
Theory 1 Marks
CH9 - ENERGY CHANGES AND REVERSIBLE REACTIONS

Which substance could not be used as a fuel to heat water in a boiler?
A. ethanol
B. hydrogen
C. methane
D. oxygen

14.
Theory 1 Marks
CH9 - ENERGY CHANGES AND REVERSIBLE REACTIONS

Which substance is not a fossil fuel?
A. coal
B. kerosene
C. gasoline
D. wood

15.
Theory 5 Marks
CH10 - THE SPEED OF A REACTION

A student investigates the rate of reaction between zinc and an excess of sulfuric acid. The graph shows the results of two experiments, X and Y.

Which change explains the difference between X and Y?
A A catalyst is added in Y.
B A lower temperature is used in Y.
C Larger pieces of zinc are used in Y.
D Less concentrated acid is used in Y.

16.
Theory 5 Marks
CH9 - ENERGY CHANGES AND REVERSIBLE REACTIONS

When green iron(II) sulfate is heated, it turns white and a colourless liquid is produced. When the liquid is put back into the white solid it changes back to green. What type of reaction takes place and what is the name of the liquid?

type of reactionname of liquid
Aredoxsulfuric acid
Bredoxwater
Creversiblesulfuric acid
Dreversiblewater


17.
Theory 4 Marks
CH15 - AIR AND WATER

The reactions shown may occur in the air during a thunder storm.

$N_2 + O_2 \rightarrow 2NO$
$2NO + O_2 \rightarrow 2NO_2$
$NO + O_3 \rightarrow NO_2 + O_2$

Which row shows what happens to the reactant molecules in each of these reactions?

[Table_1]

18.
Theory 2 Marks
CH11 - ACIDS AND BASES

Which are properties of an acid?

1. reacts with ammonium sulfate to form ammonia
2. turns red litmus blue

[Table_1]

12
A
B
C
D


19.
Theory 1 Marks
CH11 - ACIDS AND BASES

Which of the following are properties of the oxides of non-metals?
[Table_1]

[Table_1]:
| | property 1 | property 2 |
|---|-----------|------------|
| A | acidic | covalent |
| B | acidic | ionic |
| C | basic | covalent |
| D | basic | ionic |

20.
Theory 5 Marks
CH1 - STATES OF MATTER

The cations shown are identified by the colour of the precipitates formed when an excess of an aqueous solution of X is added.

[Table_1]

cations present | effect of adding an excess of aqueous X
--------------------------------------------------------
iron(II) ($Fe^{2+}$) | green precipitate
copper(II) ($Cu^{2+}$) | light blue precipitate
iron(III) ($Fe^{3+}$) | red-brown precipitate

What is X?

A ammonia
B limewater
C silver nitrate
D sodium hydroxide

21.
Theory 1 Marks
CH12 - THE PERIODIC TABLE

Calcium, on the left of Period 4 of the Periodic Table, is more metallic than bromine on the right of this period.
Why is this?
Calcium has
A fewer electrons.
B fewer protons.
C fewer full shells of electrons.
D fewer outer shell electrons.

22.
Theory 1 Marks
CH12 - THE PERIODIC TABLE

The diagrams show the labels of four bottles.
Which label is \textit{not} correct?


23.
Theory 5 Marks
CH12 - THE PERIODIC TABLE

An element has a melting point of 1084°C and a density of 8.93 g/cm³. Its oxide can be used as a catalyst. In which position in the Periodic Table is the element found? [Image_1: Diagram of Periodic Table with positions labeled A, B, C, D]

24.
Theory 4 Marks
CH12 - THE PERIODIC TABLE

The diagram shows a light bulb.
Why is argon used instead of air in the light bulb?
A. Argon is a good conductor of electricity.
B. Argon is more reactive than air.
C. The filament glows more brightly.
D. The filament does not react with the argon.

25.
Theory 1 Marks
CH14 - MAKING USE OF METALS

Duralumin is an alloy. It contains aluminium, copper and magnesium.
It has many uses including the manufacture of cooking utensils and ships.
Which statement about duralumin and its properties is correct?
A It is a good conductor of electricity.
B It is brittle.
C It is soluble in water.
D The aluminium, copper and magnesium are chemically combined.

26.
Theory 1 Marks
CH13 - THE BEHAVIOR OF METALS

The list gives the order of some metals (and hydrogen) in the reactivity series.
Metal X is also included:

Most reactive           K
                                                Mg
                                                Zn
                            (H)
                                                               X
Least reactive        Cu

Which row correctly shows the properties of metal X?

[Table_1]

27.
Theory 1 Marks
CH14 - MAKING USE OF METALS

A new bicycle is being developed. Two different materials are used in its construction, both of which must be corrosion resistant. [Image_1: Bicycle] Which two metals could be used? A. aluminium and mild steel B. aluminium and stainless steel C. mild steel and pure iron D. pure iron and stainless steel

28.
Theory 1 Marks
CH14 - MAKING USE OF METALS

Iron is extracted from hematite in the Blast Furnace.



The hematite contains silica as an impurity. What reacts with this impurity to remove it?
A. calcium oxide
B. carbon
C. carbon dioxide
D. oxygen

29.
Theory 1 Marks
CH14 - MAKING USE OF METALS

Iron is extracted from hematite in the Blast Furnace.

The hematite contains silica as an impurity.
What reacts with this impurity to remove it?
A calcium oxide
B carbon
C carbon dioxide
D oxygen

30.
Theory 5 Marks
CH16 - SOME NON-METALS AND THEIR COMPOUNDS

Carbon dioxide is produced when
X reacts with ethanol.
Y reacts with sodium carbonate.
What are X and Y?
[Table_1]

[Table_1]:
| | X | Y |
|---|----|------|
| A | H₂ | HCl |
| B | H₂ | NaOH |
| C | O₂ | HCl |
| D | O₂ | NaOH |

31.
Theory 1 Marks
CH16 - SOME NON-METALS AND THEIR COMPOUNDS

A sample of fertiliser is tested by warming it with aqueous sodium hydroxide.
A colourless gas is produced which turns red litmus paper blue.
Which element, essential for plant growth, must be present?
A nitrogen
B phosphorus
C potassium
D sulfur

32.
Theory 2 Marks
CH15 - AIR AND WATER

Iron rusts. This process involves the ......1...... of iron. Rusting can be prevented by covering the iron with grease or paint which stops ......2...... from reaching the surface of the iron.
Which words correctly complete gaps 1 and 2?
[Table_1]

33.
Theory 1 Marks
CH15 - AIR AND WATER

Oxides of nitrogen are given out from car exhausts.
Which row best shows why oxides of nitrogen are unwanted?

| | acidic | toxic |
|---|--------|-------|
| A | no | no |
| B | no | yes |
| C | yes | no |
| D | yes | yes |

34.
Theory 1 Marks
CH15 - AIR AND WATER

Water is treated at a water works to make it fit to drink.
What is present in the water when it leaves the waterworks?
A. bacteria only
B. bacteria and insoluble substances
C. chlorine only
D. chlorine and soluble substances

35.
Theory 5 Marks
CH16 - SOME NON-METALS AND THEIR COMPOUNDS

The diagram shows a kiln used to heat limestone.



What is the product and what waste gas is formed?

[Table_1]

| | product | waste gas |
|:---:|:----------------:|:--------------:|
| A | lime, CaO | carbon monoxide|
| B | lime, CaO | carbon dioxide |
| C | slaked lime, Ca(OH)$_2$ | carbon monoxide|
| D | slaked lime, Ca(OH)$_2$ | carbon dioxide |

36.
Theory 5 Marks
CH17 - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY

Molecule X is both an alkene and a carboxylic acid.
Which row describes X?
[Table_1]
---
saturated | –COOH present
A no | no
B no | yes
C yes | no
D yes | yes

37.
Theory 1 Marks
CH17 - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY

Which hydrocarbon reacts with steam to produce ethanol?
A) $C_2H_4$
B) $C_2H_6$
C) $C_3H_6$
D) $C_3H_8$

38.
Theory 1 Marks
CH17 - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY

Petroleum is a mixture of different hydrocarbons.
Which process is used to separate the petroleum into groups of similar hydrocarbons?
A combustion
B cracking
C fractional distillation
D reduction

39.
Theory 1 Marks
CH17 - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY

Which row represents compounds in the same homologous series?

A


B


C


D


40.
Theory 5 Marks
CH17 - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY

The diagram shows a flow diagram.

Which type of organic compounds are X and Y?

substance Xsubstance Y
Aalcoholalkane
Balkanealkene
Calkenealkane
Dalkanealcohol