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This document is a mock exam for the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E) Chemistry Paper 2 exam. It contains 12 printed pages with 7 multiple choice questions testing knowledge of chemistry concepts like the periodic table, chemical reactions, and reduction potentials. Students are instructed to show their work and use calculators or mathematical sets as needed to solve the problems. The questions cover topics like metal reactivity, ionic compounds, extraction of metals like aluminum, polymerization reactions, and cleansing agents.

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Pangani KCSE Chemistry Paper 2 Mock

This document is a mock exam for the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E) Chemistry Paper 2 exam. It contains 12 printed pages with 7 multiple choice questions testing knowledge of chemistry concepts like the periodic table, chemical reactions, and reduction potentials. Students are instructed to show their work and use calculators or mathematical sets as needed to solve the problems. The questions cover topics like metal reactivity, ionic compounds, extraction of metals like aluminum, polymerization reactions, and cleansing agents.

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PANGANI POST MOCK EXAMINATION

2022

NAME: ……………………………………..ADM NO.:………CLASS ………

SIGNATURE:…………………...DATE:………………TEACHER…………..

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E)


CHEMISTRY
PAPER 2
(THEORY)

INSTRUCTIONS
a) Write your name and the Index Number in the spaces provided above.
b) Answer ALL the questions in the spaces provided after each question.
c) Use of Mathematical sets and silent calculators may be used.
d) All working should be clearly shown.

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FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
QUESTIONS MAXIMUM SCORE CANDIDATES SCORE
1 13
2 11
3 12
4 12
5 10
6 12
7 10
TOTAL 80

This paper consists of 12 printed pages.


Candidates should check to ensure that all pages are printed as indicated and no questions are missing.
1. a) The grid below represents part of a periodic table. Study it and answer the questions that follow.
The letters do not represent the actual symbols of elements.

i) Identify the most reactive non-metal (1mark)

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

ii) Which of the metal is the most reactive? Explain. (1mark)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

iii) What name is given to the family of elements to which X and T belong? (1mark)

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……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

iv) Give reasons for the following


Ionic radius of Q is smaller than that of M 1mark

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

Atomic radius of Q is greater than that of S (1mark)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

v) Give an element that does not form compounds under ideal conditions.
Explain. (2marks)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

vi) Give formula of compound formed between E and Z (1mark)

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………...

b) Study the table below and answer the questions that follow.

Substance A B C D E F

Melting point (°C) 801 113 -39 5 -101 1356

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Boiling point(°C) 1410 445 457 54 -36 2860

Electrical Conductivity Poor Poor Good Poor Poor poor


(Solid)

Electrical Conductivity Good Poor Good Poor Poor Poor


(Liquid)

i) Identify a substance with:


a) Giant metallic structure (1mark)

……………………………………………………………………………………………….
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b) Has a molecular structure and exists in gaseous state at room temperature?
and pressure (1mark)

………………………………………………………………………………………………….

ii) Suggest a reason why substance B has two melting points. (1mark)

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

iii) Substances A and C conduct electric current in the liquid state. State how the two substances
differ as conductors of electric current. (2marks)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

2. Study the flow chart below and answer the questions that follow.

a) Name ore N (1mark)

……………………………………………………………………………………………………….

b) Explain why the ore is first dissolved in excess sodium hydroxide solution. (1mark)

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…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

c) Name the major compound present in the residue. (1mark)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

d) Give the formula of the aluminium compound present in solution (1mark)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

e) i) Explain how to obtain aluminium hydroxide from solution X (1mark)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

ii) Write equation for reaction that takes place in (e) above (1mark)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

iii) What is the role of cryolite in the extraction of aluminium. (1mark)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

f) Aluminium is a good conductor of electricity. State two uses of aluminium based


on this property. (2marks)

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

g) If sodium carbonate is added to aluminium nitrate solution, effervescence occurs.


Explain. (2marks)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

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3. Study the flow chart below and answer the questions that

follow.

a) Give the names of the following


i) Compound K (1mark)
………………………………………………………………………………………

ii) Substance Y (1mark)


………………………………………………………………………………………

iii) Product obtained in step 4 (1mark)


………………………………………………………………………………………

(b) Identify the type of reaction that takes place in step 1 and give one other condition necessary for
the reaction other than the temperature indicated.

Type of reaction……………………………………………………………………. (1mark)

Condition………………………………………………………………………………. (1mark)

c)Draw the structural formula of the following

i) Polymer M (1mark)

ii) Acid Q (1mark)

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d) Give the industrial application for the reaction in step 3 (1mark)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

e) Write chemical equations for the reactions in step 6 and step 7 . (2marks)

Step 6
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………

Step 7

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

f) The following are structures of two cleansing agents.

R SO−¿ 3 ¿ Na+
¿

In the table below, give one advantage and one disadvantage of each of them. (2marks)

Cleansing Agent Advantage Disadvantage

R-COO-Na+

R-OSO3-Na+

4. The standard reduction potentials for five half cells are shown in the table below. Study it and answer
the questions that follow. (The letters do not represent the actual symbol of elements).

Elements E (Volts)

A 2 ( aq ) + 2 e− → 2 A−(aq ) +1 . 09
(i)

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2+ −
(ii)
Q( aq) + 2e → Q ( S) −0 . 13

R2+
( aq ) + 2 e
−
→ R ( S) −2. 37
(iii)
2+ −
(iv)
Y ( aq ) + 2e → Y (S ) + 0. 34

+ −
(v)
2 S (aq ) + 2 e → S 2 ( S) 0 . 00

I (a) With a reason, identify the strongest reducing agent. (1mark)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

(b) Which half-cell is likely to be hydrogen? (1mark)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

(c)Write an equation for the reaction between two half cells in (ii) and (IV). (1mark)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

(d) Calculate the e.m.f of the cell in (c) above. (2mark)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

II The diagram below represents a mercury cell that can be used in the industrial manufacture of
sodium hydroxide. Study it and answer the questions that follow:-

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(a) Name:
(i)Raw material introduced at 2. (½ mark)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

ii)Another substance that can be used in the cell instead of graphite. (½ mark)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

(b)Identify the by-product that comes out at I. (1 mark)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

(c)Write an equation for the reaction: -

(i)That occurred at the anode. (1 mark)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

(ii)In which sodium hydroxide was produced. (1 mark)

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

(d)Give two reasons why mercury is recycled. (2 marks)

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

( e) State one use of sodium hydroxide ( 1mark)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

5. The flow chart below illustrates two industrial processes. Harber process and the contact process.

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Haber B D
Air Nitrogen
process

Oxygen Hydrogen water

H2S04 (I)

A Sulphur Contact C Sulphur (VI)


(IV) oxide process acid

(a). Name the process of obtaining nitrogen from atmospheric air. (1mark)

..........................................................................................................................................................

(b). List TWO sources of obtaining large volumes of hydrogen for industrial use.

(i) ………………………………………………………………………………….. (1mark)

(ii)…………………………………………………………………………………. (1mark)

(c) Write equation for Haber process. (1mark)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

(d) Name the catalysts for: (1mark)

(i) Haber process


………………………………………………………………………………………………….

(ii) Contact process


…………………………………………………………………………………………………

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(e) Identify substances: (1mark )

(i) D……………………………………………………………………………………….

(ii) C …………………………………………………………………………………….

(f) Give ONE major use of compound D (1mark)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

(g) Write an equation for dilution of C with water. (1mark)

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

h) A farmer has three plots each measuring 0.25 acres. He applied nitrogenous fertilizers as follows.

-plot A 250 kg of ammonium phosphate

-plot B 250 kg of urea CO(NH2)2

- Plot C 250kg of ammonium nitrate

Which plot received the highest nitrogen content? (3marks)

H = 1, N = 14, 0 = 16. P = 31, C = 12.

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6. Study the diagram below and answer the questions which follow.

Lead II Oxide

Ice cold water

Flame L M
Liquid

(i) State two observations made when hydrogen gas pass over hot Lead (II) oxide. (2marks)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………..….
…………………………………………………………………………………………………..…..
(ii) Write the equation for the reaction which occurs in the combustion tube. (1mark)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………..…..
(iii) What property of hydrogen is shown in the experiment above. (1mark)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………..…..
(iv) Identify liquid M and describe the test for its purity (2marks)
….……………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………..…..
(v) What would be observed if MgO was used instead of Lead II Oxide: Explain (2marks)
….…………………………………………………………………………………………………….
…………………………………………………………………………………………………..…..
(vi) What is the colour of the flame (1mark)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………..…..
(vii) Write a chemical equation of the reaction producing the flame. (1mark)
….……………………………………………………………………………………………………
(vii) Apart from hydrogen peroxide, state two other reagents that can be used to prepare oxygen
gas. (1mark)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………..….

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(viii) Write an equation to show how hydrogen gas is formed from the reagents chosen in (vii)
above. (1mark)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………..…..
7.I. Use the data below to calculate the enthalpy change for the reaction below
CH4(g) + 2O2(g) CO2(g) + 2H20 (l) (3marks)
Bond Energy (KJ)
C–H 314
O=O 296
C=O 149
H–O 283

II. Given the following Standard Molar enthalpies of combustion. Calculate the standard heat of formation
of butane (C4H8). (3marks)

θ
ΔH Carbon (Graphite) = -393.5KJ/mol
c
θ
ΔH Hydrogen = 285.8KJ/mol
c
θ
ΔH butene = -2877KJ/mol
c

III. Use the following information to answer the questions that follow

H lattice Mgcl2 = -2489 kJ/ mol-1

H hydration Mg2+ = - 1891 kJ/ mol

H hydrationCl - = -384 kJ/ mol

b) Using energy level diagram calculate the molar heat of solution of magnesium chloride. (4marks)

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Common questions

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Cryolite is used in the extraction of aluminum to lower the melting point of alumina, making the process more energy-efficient. Its role is crucial because it significantly reduces the energy required to maintain the molten state of the electrolyte in the Hall-Héroult process .

The experiment shows hydrogen gas passed over a heated metal oxide, demonstrating hydrogen's reducing property by causing reduction, as indicated by a change in color and metallic deposition on the oxide .

The ionic radius of element Q is smaller than that of element M because Q has more protons than M, leading to a greater nuclear charge. This increased nuclear charge pulls the electron cloud closer to the nucleus, reducing the ionic radius .

Mercury is recycled in the mercury cell process because it acts as a cathode and forms an amalgam with sodium, facilitating the separation of sodium from the chloride ions. Recycling mercury minimizes environmental impact and reduces the cost associated with buying new mercury, reinforcing the sustainability of the process .

Aluminum is a good conductor of electricity due to its metallic structure, which allows electrons to flow freely. This property makes it useful in two major industrial applications: electrical transmission lines and in electronics, where efficient conduction is essential .

Substance A is likely an ionic compound that dissociates into ions when melted, allowing it to conduct electricity in the liquid state. Substance C, on the other hand, conducts electricity due to delocalized electrons found in its metallic lattice. These structural differences underline their ability to conduct electricity only in certain states .

The bond energies, such as C–H (314 KJ), O=O (296 KJ), C=O (149 KJ), and H–O (283 KJ), are used to calculate the overall reaction enthalpy by totaling the energies for bonds broken and subtracting the energies for bonds formed. This gives insight into why the combustion of methane is exothermic, as it releases a significant amount of energy .

Nitrogenous fertilizers are crucial as they enhance soil fertility, leading to better crop yields. Based on molecular composition, urea (CO(NH2)2) delivers the highest nitrogen content compared to ammonium phosphate and ammonium nitrate, making it more effective for crops requiring more nitrogen .

When hydrogen gas reduces Lead(II) oxide, one would observe a change in color as the oxide is reduced to grey metallic lead, and water vapor forms as a product. The physical observation would include the deposition of a shiny metallic layer on the reactants .

The Haber process is essential in industry as it synthesizes ammonia, a precursor for fertilizers that enhance agricultural productivity. This process uses nitrogen from the air and hydrogen, often derived from natural gas, under specific conditions with an iron catalyst. Its economic and practical importance is due to the high-demand yield product despite potential byproducts being generally non-hazardous .

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