All Questions: Cambridge IGCSE Chemistry - 0620 - Supplement Paper 2 2014 Summer Zone 1
Theory
MCQ
01.
Theory 1 Marks
CH1 - STATES OF MATTER

The diagram shows the result of dropping a purple crystal into water.



Which processes take place in this experiment?

[Table_1]

| | chemical reaction | diffusing | dissolving |
|----------|-------------------|-----------|------------|
| A | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| B | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
| C | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| D | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |

02.
Theory 1 Marks
CH2 - SEPARATING SUBSTANCES

The four pieces of apparatus shown below are used in chemical experiments.



Which statement about the apparatus is correct?
A. The burette measures the volume of liquid added in a titration.
B. The measuring cylinder measures the mass of a substance used in an experiment.
C. The pipette measures the volume of gas given off in a reaction.
D. The thermometer measures the density of a solution.

03.
Theory 1 Marks
CH2 - SEPARATING SUBSTANCES

Alcohol and water are completely miscible. This means when mixed together they form only one liquid layer.
Which method is used to separate alcohol from water?
A crystallisation
B filtration
C fractional distillation
D precipitation

04.
Theory 1 Marks
CH3 - ATOMS AND ELEMENTS

The diagram shows the structure of an atom of element X.

What is X?

A. boron
B. carbon
C. sodium
D. sulfur

05.
Theory 0 Marks
CH3 - ATOMS AND ELEMENTS

The diagrams show four particles.
Which two diagrams show atoms that are isotopes of each other?
A 1 and 2
B 1 and 3
C 2 and 3
D 2 and 4

06.
Theory 0 Marks
CH4 - ATOMS COMBINING

The 'lead' in a pencil is made of a mixture of graphite and clay.
When the percentage of graphite is increased, the pencil slides across the paper more easily.
Which statement explains this observation?
A Graphite has a high melting point.
B Graphite is a form of carbon.
C Graphite is a lubricant.
D Graphite is a non-metal.

07.
Theory 1 Marks
CH4 - ATOMS COMBINING

Element X is in Group I of the Periodic Table. X reacts with element Y to form an ionic compound.
Which equation shows the process that takes place when X forms ions?
A. $X + e^- \rightarrow X^+$
B. $X - e^- \rightarrow X^-$
C. $X + e^- \rightarrow X^-$
D. $X - e^- \rightarrow X^+$

08.
Theory 5 Marks
CH4 - ATOMS COMBINING

Solid F is an element.
Solid G is a compound.
Neither solid conducts electricity but G conducts electricity when dissolved in water.

These properties suggest that F is ......1...... and that G is ......2...... with ......3...... bonds.

Which words correctly complete gaps 1, 2 and 3?

[Table_1]

1 | 2 | 3
A | diamond | AgCl | covalent
B | diamond | NaCl | ionic
C | graphite | AgCl | ionic
D | graphite | NaCl | covalent

09.
Theory 1 Marks
CH5 - REACTING MASSES AND CHEMICAL EQUATIONS

A compound contains one atom of calcium, two atoms of hydrogen and two atoms of oxygen.
What is the correct chemical formula of the compound?
A CaO_2H_2 B HO_2CaOH C H_2CaO_2 D Ca(OH)_2

10.
Theory 1 Marks
CH5 - REACTING MASSES AND CHEMICAL EQUATIONS

In athletics, banned drugs such as nandrolone have been taken illegally to improve performance. Nandrolone has the molecular formula $C_{18}H_{26}O_{2}$.
What is the relative molecular mass, $M_r$, of nandrolone?
(Relative atomic mass: H = 1; C = 12; O = 16)
A 46 B 150 C 274 D 306

11.
Theory 1 Marks
CH1 - STATES OF MATTER

Which substance will not conduct electricity?
A. aluminium
B. copper
C. plastic
D. steel

12.
Theory 0 Marks
CH1 - STATES OF MATTER

Which products are formed at the anode and cathode when electricity is passed through molten lead(II) bromide?

[Table_1]

Anode (+) | Cathode (-)
---|---
A: bromide ions | lead ions
B: bromine molecules | lead atoms
C: lead atoms | bromine molecules
D: lead ions | bromide ions

13.
Theory 0 Marks
CH9 - ENERGY CHANGES AND REVERSIBLE REACTIONS

Some reactions are endothermic.
How does the temperature and energy change in an endothermic reaction?
[Table_1]

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

Two chemical processes are described below.
• In the combustion of methane, energy is ......1...... .
• In the electrolysis of molten lead(II) bromide, energy is ......2...... .
Which words correctly complete gaps 1 and 2?

| | 1 | 2 |
|---|----------|----------|
| A | given out | given out |
| B | given out | taken in |
| C | taken in | given out |
| D | taken in | taken in |

15.
Theory 4 Marks
CH7 - REDOX REACTIONS

Which equation shows an oxidation reaction?
A $C + O_2 \rightarrow CO_2$
B $CaCO_3 \rightarrow CaO + CO_2$
C $CaO + 2HCl \rightarrow CaCl_2 + H_2O$
D $N_2O_4 \rightarrow 2NO_2$

16.
Theory 5 Marks
CH10 - THE SPEED OF A REACTION

In separate experiments, a catalyst is added to a reaction mixture and the temperature of the mixture is decreased.
What are the effects of these changes on the rate of the reaction?

[Table_1]

Table_1:
| | catalyst added | temperature decreased |
| --- | --- | --- |
| A | faster | faster |
| B | faster | slower |
| C | slower | faster |
| D | slower | slower |

17.
Theory 0 Marks
CH1 - STATES OF MATTER

An experiment is carried out to investigate the rate of reaction when calcium carbonate is reacted with hydrochloric acid.
The volume of carbon dioxide gas given off is measured at different intervals of time.
The diagram shows pieces of apparatus used to collect gases.

Which apparatus is suitable to collect and measure the volume of the carbon dioxide?
A 1, 2 and 3
B 2 and 3 only
C 1 only
D 3 only

18.
Theory 3 Marks
CH9 - ENERGY CHANGES AND REVERSIBLE REACTIONS

The equation shows a reaction that is reversed by changing the conditions.

$$\text{forward reaction}$$
$$\text{CuSO}_4.5\text{H}_2\text{O} \rightarrow \text{CuSO}_4 + 5\text{H}_2\text{O}$$
How can the forward reaction be reversed?

[Table_1: Showing conditions for reversal]

by adding waterby heating
A
B
C
D


19.
Theory 5 Marks
CH11 - ACIDS AND BASES

Which statements about alkalis are correct?
1. When reacted with an acid, the pH of the alkali increases.
2. When tested with litmus, the litmus turns blue.
3. When warmed with an ammonium salt, ammonia gas is given off.
A 1, 2 and 3
B 1 and 2 only
C 1 and 3 only
D 2 and 3 only

20.
Theory 1 Marks
CH11 - ACIDS AND BASES

Only two elements are liquid at 20°C. One of these elements is shiny and conducts electricity.
This suggests that this element is a ......1...... and therefore its oxide is ......2.......
Which words correctly complete gaps 1 and 2?

\begin{array}{|c|c|c|} \hline & 1 & 2 \\ \hline A & \text{metal} & \text{acidic} \\ \hline B & \text{metal} & \text{basic} \\ \hline C & \text{non-metal} & \text{acidic} \\ \hline D & \text{non-metal} & \text{basic} \\ \hline \end{array}

21.
Theory 1 Marks
CH11 - ACIDS AND BASES

Which acid reacts with ammonia to produce the salt ammonium sulfate?
A. hydrochloric
B. nitric
C. phosphoric
D. sulfuric

22.
Theory 1 Marks
CH11 - ACIDS AND BASES

Aqueous sodium hydroxide is added to solid X and the mixture is heated.
A green precipitate is formed and an alkaline gas is given off.
Which ions are present in X?
A) $NH_4^+$ and $Fe^{2+}$
B) $NH_4^+$ and $Fe^{3+}$
C) $OH^-$ and $Fe^{2+}$
D) $OH^-$ and $Fe^{3+}$

23.
Theory 1 Marks
CH12 - THE PERIODIC TABLE

Which statement about the Periodic Table is correct?
A. Elements in the same period have the same number of outer electrons.
B. The elements on the left are usually gases.
C. The most metallic elements are on the left.
D. The relative atomic mass of the elements increases from right to left.

24.
Theory 1 Marks
CH12 - THE PERIODIC TABLE

Why is argon gas used to fill electric lamps?
A. It conducts electricity.
B. It glows when heated.
C. It is less dense than air.
D. It is not reactive.

25.
Theory 5 Marks
CH12 - THE PERIODIC TABLE

An element melts at 1455°C, has a density of 8.90 g/cm³ and forms a green chloride. Where in the Periodic Table is this element found?

26.
Theory 1 Marks
CH14 - MAKING USE OF METALS

The diagrams show two items that may be found in the home. Each item contains zinc. [Image_1: zinc plated bucket, brass door-knocker]
In which is zinc used as an alloy?
[Table_1:
| | bucket | door-knocker |
|---------|------------|--------------|
| A | ✓ | ✓ |
| B | ✓ | ✗ |
| C | ✗ | ✓ |
| D | ✗ | ✗ | ]

27.
Theory 5 Marks
CH13 - THE BEHAVIOR OF METALS

In an experiment, three test-tubes labelled X, Y and Z were half-filled with dilute hydrochloric acid. A different metal was added to each test-tube. After a few minutes the following observations were made.
In tube X, bubbles slowly rose to the surface.
In tube Y, there was a rapid release of bubbles.
In tube Z, no bubbles were produced.
Which three metals match the observations?
[Table_1]

28.
Theory 5 Marks
CH14 - MAKING USE OF METALS

The table shows properties of four metals. Which metal is the most suitable for aircraft construction?
[Table]:
\[\begin{array}{|c|c|c|c|} \hline & \text{density} & \text{strength} & \text{resistance to corrosion} \\ \hline A & \text{high} & \text{high} & \text{low} \\ \hline B & \text{high} & \text{low} & \text{low} \\ \hline C & \text{low} & \text{high} & \text{high} \\ \hline D & \text{low} & \text{low} & \text{high} \\ \hline \end{array}\]

29.
Theory 5 Marks
CH14 - MAKING USE OF METALS

The diagram shows a blast furnace. In which part is iron ore changed to iron?

30.
Theory 1 Marks
CH15 - AIR AND WATER

The diagram shows some uses of water in the home.

For which uses is it important for the water to have been treated?
A 1 only B 2 only C 3 only D 1, 2 and 3

31.
Theory 1 Marks
CH15 - AIR AND WATER

Four steel paper clips are treated as described before being placed in a beaker of water.
Which paper clip rusts most quickly?
A coated with grease
B dipped in paint and allowed to dry
C electroplated with zinc
D washed with soap and rinsed

32.
Theory 1 Marks
CH16 - SOME NON-METALS AND THEIR COMPOUNDS

Which compound contains two of the three essential elements needed for a complete fertiliser?
A ammonium chloride
B ammonium nitrate
C ammonium phosphate
D ammonium sulfate

33.
Theory 0 Marks
CH16 - SOME NON-METALS AND THEIR COMPOUNDS

When compound X is heated, it changes colour from green to black. Compound Y is formed and a gas is given off which turns limewater milky.

What are X and Y?

[Table_1]

| | X | Y |
|---|-----------------|---------------|
| A | calcium carbonate | calcium oxide |
| B | copper carbonate | carbon |
| C | copper carbonate | copper oxide |
| D | copper sulfate | copper oxide |

34.
Theory 4 Marks
CH15 - AIR AND WATER

Acid rain is formed when sulfur dioxide and oxides of nitrogen dissolve in rain water.
Which problem is not caused by acid rain?
A breathing difficulties
B dying trees
C erosion of statues
D lowered pH of lakes

35.
Theory 1 Marks
CH15 - AIR AND WATER

Which pollutant gas is produced by the decomposition of vegetation?
A carbon monoxide
B methane
C nitrogen oxide
D sulfur dioxide

36.
Theory 1 Marks
CH17 - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY

Which type of compound is shown?
[Image_1: Structure of the compound]
A. alcohol
B. alkane
C. alkene
D. carboxylic acid

37.
Theory 0 Marks
CH17 - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY

The table shows the composition of four different types of petroleum (crude oil).

[Table_1]

The table:

fractionArabian Heavy
%
Arabian Light
%
Iranian Heavy
%
North Sea
%
gasoline18212123
kerosene11.5131315
diesel oil18202024
fuel oil52.5464638


Which type of petroleum is best for the motor vehicle industry?
A. Arabian Heavy
B. Arabian Light
C. Iranian Heavy
D. North Sea

38.
Theory 4 Marks
CH17 - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY

Alkenes are manufactured by cracking hydrocarbons obtained from petroleum.

Which row describes the process of cracking?
[Table_1]

39.
Theory 1 Marks
CH17 - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY

X, Y and Z are three hydrocarbons.
X \( \text{CH}_2=\text{CH}_2 \)
Y \( \text{CH}_3-\text{CH}=\text{CH}_2 \)
Z \( \text{CH}_3-\text{CH}_2-\text{CH}=\text{CH}_2 \)
What do compounds X, Y and Z have in common?
1 They are all alkenes.
2 They are all part of the same homologous series.
3 They all have the same boiling point.
A 1, 2 and 3
B 1 and 2 only
C 1 and 3 only
D 2 and 3 only

40.
Theory 0 Marks
CH17 - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY

Which statements about ethanol are correct?
1. It can be made by fermentation.
2. It is an unsaturated compound.
3. It burns in air and can be used as a fuel.
A. 1, 2 and 3
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 2 and 3 only