Theory

CH22 - ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES

(a) Complete the following reaction scheme which starts with ethanol.In each empty box, write the structural formula of the organic compound that woul...

2009 Summer

Theory

CH22 - ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES

(a) When F is formed in step I no other compound is produced. Suggest a structural formula for F, which contains one –OH group.(b) Compound G has tw...

2009 Summer

Theory

CH22 - ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES

(a) Complete the following reaction scheme which starts with propanone. In each empty box, write the structural formula of the organic compound that w...

2009 Summer

Theory

CH22 - ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES

Ethanol, CH$_3$CHO, can be converted into compound U by the following sequence.(a) When T is formed in step I, no other compound is produced.Suggest a...

2009 Summer

Theory

CH22 - ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES

A large number of organic compounds are soluble in both water and non-aqueous solvents such as hexane. If such a compound is shaken with a mixture of ...

2009 Summer

Theory

CH22 - ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES

The structural formulae of six different compounds, A – F, are given below. Each compound contains four carbon atoms in its molecule.$$ \text{CH}_3\...

2009 Winter

Theory

CH22 - ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES

Three organic compounds, G, H, and J, each have the empirical formula $CH_2O$. The numbers of carbon atoms in their molecules are shown in the table.[...

2009 Winter

Theory

CH22 - ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES

(a) Complete the following reaction scheme which starts with 1-bromobutane. In each empty box, write the structural formula of the organic compound th...

2009 Winter

Theory

CH22 - ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES

This question is about the modern techniques of analysis which may be used to determine molecular structures.(a) In X-ray crystallography X-rays are d...

2009 Winter

Theory

CH22 - ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES

(a) Analysis of the bodies of birds of prey show that the pesticide residues accumulate in the fatty tissues of the birds. This is because of the high...

2009 Winter

MCQ

CH2 - ATOMIC STRUCTURE

In which species does the underlined atom have an incomplete outer shell?

2012 Summer

MCQ

CH7 - EQUILIBRIA

Ammonia is manufactured by the Haber Process, in an exothermic reaction. Assuming that the amount of catalyst remains constant, which change will not ...

2012 Summer

MCQ

CH5 - CHEMICAL ENERGETICS

The equation for a reaction is shown.$\text{H}_2(g) + \frac{1}{2}\text{O}_2(g) \rightarrow \text{H}_2\text{O}(l) ; \Delta H = x \text{ kJ mol}^{-1}$Wh...

2012 Summer

MCQ

CH2 - ATOMIC STRUCTURE

The value of the second ionisation energy of calcium is 1150 kJ mol^{-1}. Which equation correctly represents this statement?

2012 Summer

MCQ

CH3 - CHEMICAL BONDING

Two conversions are outlined below.$$\text{NH}_4^+ \rightarrow \text{NH}_3$$$$\text{C}_2\text{H}_4 \rightarrow \text{C}_2\text{H}_6$$What similar feat...

2012 Summer

MCQ

CH4 - STATES OF MATTER

Use of the Data Booklet is relevant to this question.The gas laws can be summarised in the ideal gas equation.$pV = nRT$0.56 g of ethene gas is contai...

2012 Summer

MCQ

CH5 - CHEMICAL ENERGETICS

Propanone has the molecular formula $C_3H_6O$.The enthalpy change of combustion of hydrogen is $-286\text{ kJ mol}^{-1}$.The enthalpy change of combus...

2012 Summer

MCQ

CH4 - STATES OF MATTER

Under which set of conditions is a gas most likely to behave ideally? [Table_1]

2012 Summer

MCQ

CH7 - EQUILIBRIA

Two moles of compound P were placed in a vessel. The compound P was partly decomposed by heating. A dynamic equilibrium between chemicals P, Q and R w...

2012 Summer

MCQ

CH1 - ATOMS, MOLECULES & STOICHIOMETRY

The oxide of titanium, TiO₂, is used as a ‘whitener’ in toothpaste. It is obtained from the ore iron(II) titanate, FeTiO₃.What is the change, ...

2012 Summer