Theory

CH23 - ORGANIC SYNTHESIS

Phenol and chlorobenzene are less reactive towards certain reagents than similar non-aromatic compounds. Thus hexan-1-ol can be converted into hexylam...

2009 Summer

Theory

CH23 - ORGANIC SYNTHESIS

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

CH23 - ORGANIC SYNTHESIS

Compounds J and K are isomers with the molecular formula $C_5H_{11}NO$, and they contain the same functional group.They may both be obtained from etha...

2009 Winter

Theory

CH23 - ORGANIC SYNTHESIS

(a) Some drugs have to be given by injection, rather than by mouth. Name a functional group in a drug molecule that might be broken down by the acid ...

2010 Summer

Theory

CH23 - ORGANIC SYNTHESIS

The following chart shows some reactions of ethylbenzene and compounds produced from it. (i) Draw the structure of compound X in the box provided in t...

2010 Winter

Theory

CH23 - ORGANIC SYNTHESIS

The following scheme outlines the production of some compounds from ethene.(a) (i) Suggest the reagent and conditions for reaction I.....................

2010 Winter

Theory

CH23 - ORGANIC SYNTHESIS

One of the greatest challenges facing scientists today is the development of effective drugs to treat different forms of cancer.(a) Drugs can be intro...

2010 Winter

Theory

CH23 - ORGANIC SYNTHESIS

(a) There are several ways of introducing chlorine atoms into organic molecules. State the reagents and conditions necessary to carry out the followin...

2011 Summer

Theory

CH23 - ORGANIC SYNTHESIS

(a) State the functional groups which the above four reagents test for.(i) $\text{Br}_2(\text{aq})$......................................................

2011 Winter

Theory

CH23 - ORGANIC SYNTHESIS

Compound C has the molecular formula $C_7H_{14}O$. Treating C with hot concentrated acidified $KMnO_4(aq)$ produces two compounds, D, $C_4H_8O$, and E...

2011 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