Theory

CH8 - REACTION KINETICS

(a) The reaction between iodide ions and persulfate ions, $S_2O_8^{2-}$, is slow.$$2I^- + S_2O_8^{2-} \longrightarrow I_2 + 2SO_4^{2-} \quad 1$$The re...

2009 Summer

MCQ

CH8 - REACTION KINETICS

Four reactions of the type shown are studied at the same temperature.$X(g) + Y(g) \rightarrow Z(g)$Which is the correct reaction pathway diagram for t...

2009 Winter

Theory

CH8 - REACTION KINETICS

(a) Explain, using diagrams where appropriate, the types of interaction responsible for the primary, secondary and tertiary structure of a protein.pri...

2009 Winter

MCQ

CH8 - REACTION KINETICS

Na_2S_2O_3 reacts with dilute HCl to give a pale yellow precipitate. If 1 cm^3 of 0.1 mol dm^{-3} HCl is added to 10 cm^3 of 0.02 mol dm^{-3} Na_2S_2O...

2010 Summer

MCQ

CH8 - REACTION KINETICS

Na₂S₂O₃ reacts with dilute HCl to give a pale yellow precipitate. If 1 cm³ of 0.1 mol dm⁻³ HCl is added to 10 cm³ of 0.02 mol dm⁻³ Na₂...

2010 Summer

Theory

CH8 - REACTION KINETICS

The diagram below shows, for a given temperature T, a Boltzmann distribution of the kinetic energy of the molecules of a mixture of two gases that wil...

2010 Summer

Theory

CH8 - REACTION KINETICS

Phenacyl chloride has been used as a component of some tear gases. Its lachrymatory and irritant properties are due to it reacting with water inside b...

2010 Summer

Theory

CH8 - REACTION KINETICS

Phenacyl chloride has been used as a component of some tear gases. Its lachrymatory and irritant properties are due to it reacting with water inside b...

2010 Summer

MCQ

CH8 - REACTION KINETICS

The diagram represents the Boltzmann distribution of molecular energies at a given temperature. Which of the factors that affect the rate of a reactio...

2010 Winter

MCQ

CH8 - REACTION KINETICS

The diagram represents the Boltzmann distribution of molecular energies at a given temperature. Which of the factors that affect the rate of a reac...

2010 Winter

Theory

CH10 - GROUP 2

Group 2 metals form alkaline solutions in water.(a) (i) Write the equation for the reaction of calcium oxide with water..................................

2020 Spring

Theory

CH11 - GROUP 17

(a) Describe the trend in the colour of the Group 17 elements down the group. ..........................................................................

2020 Spring

Theory

CH17 - HYDROXY COMPOUNDS

(a) A series of reactions starting from glycerol is shown. (i) Suggest the reagent(s) and conditions for reaction 1. ....................................

2020 Spring

Theory

CH12 - AN INTRODUCTION TO THE CHEMISTRY OF TRANSITION ELEMENTS

Iron is a transition element in the fourth period. Iron forms compounds containing the ions $\text{Fe}^{2+}$ and $\text{Fe}^{3+}$.(a) (i) Define the t...

2020 Spring

Theory

CH10 - GROUP 2

(a) Group 2 metals form stable carbonates and sulfates.(i) State and explain the trend in the thermal stability of the Group 2 carbonates down the gro...

2020 Spring

Theory

CH6 - ELECTROCHEMISTRY

Gold is an unreactive metal that can only be oxidised under specific conditions.(a) The standard electrode potential, $E^{\circ}$, of $\text{Au}^{3+}(...

2020 Spring

Theory

CH14 - AN INTRODUCTION TO ORGANIC CHEMISTRY

Compound F has been found in small quantities in some cereals and dried fruit.(a) (i) Give the name of the functional groups labelled A and B.A .........

2020 Spring

Theory

CH7 - EQUILIBRIA

Gallic acid, $C_7H_6O_5$, is a naturally occurring aromatic molecule. [Image_1: Structure of gallic acid] (a) Gallic acid contains the carboxylic ...

2020 Spring

Theory

CH19 - CARBOXYLIC ACIDS AND DERIVATIVES

Valinol can be synthesised by the following reactions. Reaction 1 uses valine as the starting material. (a) (i) Write an equation for reaction 1, u...

2020 Spring

MCQ

CH7 - EQUILIBRIA

Ethene can be oxidised to form epoxyethane, $C_2H_4O$.$$C_2H_4(g) + \frac{1}{2}O_2(g) \rightleftharpoons C_2H_4O(g) \quad \Delta H^\circ = -107 \text{...

2020 Summer