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F.4 Chemistry Exam Paper 2022-2023

Q: How does the type of chemical bond influence the physical properties of a substance?

The type of chemical bond affects a substance's properties such as melting point, solubility, and electrical conductivity. Covalent bonds, as seen in diamond, contribute to hardness and high melting points, while ionic bonds lead to electrical conductivity when dissolved or molten. Metallic bonds facilitate conductivity and malleability in metals .

Q: What is the significance of van der Waals' forces in the boiling point of helium?

The boiling point of helium is very low due to weak van der Waals’ forces between helium atoms. These forces are weak interactions present even between non-polar atoms or molecules. In helium, these intermolecular forces are minimal because it is monatomic and does not easily form complex interactions, leading to a low boiling point .

Q: What are the consequences of recycling metals and how do they impact environmental sustainability?

Recycling metals has several consequences: it conserves fuels, postpones the depletion of metal reserves, and reduces land required for waste disposal. This practice contributes to environmental sustainability by minimizing mining activities, lowering energy usage in production, and decreasing landfill dependence .

Q: How does the flame test for sodium differ from that of potassium, and what does it reveal about their electronic transitions?

Sodium emits a golden yellow flame, while potassium emits a lilac flame during a flame test. This difference arises from electronic transitions where electrons in sodium and potassium absorb energy and jump to higher energy levels, then release energy at distinct wavelengths as they fall back to lower levels, revealing their unique electronic structures .

Q: Why do metals extracted through electrolysis tend to be higher in the reactivity series?

Metals extracted through electrolysis, such as sodium and potassium, are usually higher in the reactivity series because they are highly reactive and cannot be reduced from their ores by simpler methods like carbon reduction. Their extraction requires the use of electrical energy to forcibly drive the reduction process, reflecting their reactivity and stability of their natural compounds .

Q: How does the reactivity of astatine compare to other halogens and what are the implications for its chemical behavior?

Astatine, being below iodine in Group VII of the Periodic Table, is less reactive than fluorine, which is the most reactive halogen. This reduced reactivity implies that astatine would engage in chemical reactions less vigorously than its lighter counterparts like fluorine, chlorine, and bromine .

Q: In what ways does the presence of lone pairs affect molecular geometry and chemical properties?

Lone pairs of electrons can significantly affect molecular geometry and chemical properties by repelling bonding pairs of electrons, altering bond angles and molecular shapes. For example, water has a bent shape due to lone pair-bond pair repulsions, affecting properties like polarity and hydrogen bonding capability .

Q: How does the empirical formula construction differ based on percent composition of elements in a compound?

The empirical formula for a compound is derived from its percent composition by converting these percentages to a mole ratio of the constituent elements. The given percentages of aluminium, sulfur, and oxygen, when converted to moles, lead to determining proportions that can be reduced to the simplest whole numbers, providing the empirical formula Al2SO4 .

Q: What is the relationship between the electronic configuration of an element and its position in the periodic table?

The electronic configuration directly correlates with an element’s position in the periodic table. Elements are arranged in increasing atomic number, following the order in which electrons populate subshells. Elements in the same group share similar valence electron configurations, which governs their chemical properties and reactivity .

Q: What is the role of stoichiometry in predicting the outcomes of chemical reactions?

Stoichiometry allows prediction of reaction outcomes by providing a quantitative basis for relationships between reactants and products. It involves using balanced equations to determine amounts of reactants consumed and products formed, enabling calculation of yields, limiting reagents, and theoretical knowledge about available or required substances .

The document is a Chemistry examination paper for F.4 students at HHCKLA Buddhist Ma Kam Chan Memorial English Secondary School for the 2022-2023 academic year. It includes multiple-choice questions covering various chemistry topics, such as properties of elements, chemical reactions, and atomic structure. The exam is scheduled for January 13, 2023, with a total of 82 marks available.

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HHCKLA Buddhist Ma Kam Chan Memorial English Secondary School

2022 - 2023
First Term Examination
Chemistry
F.4 Time:8:30 – 10:00 a.m. Full mark: 82
Date: 13-1-2023 Setter’s Initial: CKW
Instruction:
1. Answer all questions in Section A in the appropriate box on the answer sheet.
2. Answer all questions in Section B in the space provided on the answer sheet.
3. A piece of periodic table has been attached for your reference

Section A Multiple Choice (35 marks)

1. Which of the following are NOT the properties of oxygen?

(1) It gives a ‘pop’ sound with a burning splint.

(2) It turns limewater milky.
(3) It extinguishes a glowing splint.
A. (1) and (2) only
B. (1) and (3) only
C. (2) and (3) only
D. (1), (2) and (3)

2. Sodium hydroxide solution is a product from the electrolysis of sea water. Which of the
following statements about sodium hydroxide solution are correct?
(1) It gives a golden yellow flame in the flame test.
(2) It turns dry cobalt(II) chloride paper from pink to blue.
(3) It can be used to neutralize acidic wastes from factories.
A. (1) and (2) only
B. (1) and (3) only
C. (2) and (3) only
D. (1), (2) and (3)

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3. Which of the following combinations about the flame colours of metals is INCORRECT?
Metal Flame colour
A. Calcium Brick-red
B. Sodium Golden yellow
C. Potassium White
D. Copper Bluish green

4. Limewater is a saturated solution of

A. calcium carbonate.
B. calcium oxide.
C. calcium hydrogencarbonate.
D. calcium hydroxide.

5. The electron diagram of an atom of element L is shown below (only electrons in the outermost
shell are shown):

The atomic number of L is probably

A. 8.
B. 14.
C. 18.
D. 20.

6. An element X has three isotopes: 24X , 25X and 26X. It is known that the relative abundances of
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X and 26X are 10.00% and 11.01% respectively. What is the relative atomic mass of X (correct
to 2 decimal places)?
A. 24.29
B. 24.30
C. 24.32
D. 24.33

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7. Astatine is a Group VII element below iodine in the Periodic Table. Which of the following
statements are correct?
(1) Astatine is less reactive than fluorine.
(2) Astatine and iodine have similar chemical properties.
(3) Astatine and iodine have the same number of occupied electron shells.
A. (1) and (2) only
B. (1) and (3) only
C. (2) and (3) only
D. (1), (2) and (3)

8. Rubidium is an element in Group I of the Periodic Table. Which of the following is/are the
expected observation(s) when a small piece of rubidium is added to a trough of water containing
methyl orange?
(1) The small piece of rubidium catches fire.
(2) The piece of rubidium sinks into water.
(3) The resultant solution in the trough is yellow in colour.
A. (1) only
B. (2) only
C. (1) and (3) only
D. (2) and (3) only

9. The atomic number of X is 18. Which of the following elements has similar chemical properties
to X?
A. Oxygen
B. Calcium
C. Neon
D. Nitroge

10 Which of the following ions are coloured?

(1) Cu2+(aq)
(2) Cr2O72(aq)
(3) K+(aq)
A. (1) and (2) only
B. (1) and (3) only
C. (2) and (3) only
D. (1), (2) and (3)

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11 An atom of element A has 8 neutrons. The mass number of A is 15. An atom of element Z has
12 electrons. What is the chemical formula of the compound formed between the two elements?
A. ZA
B. Z2A
C. Z2A3
D. Z3A2

12 Which of the following combinations is correct?

Name Formula
A. Magnesium nitrate MgNO3
B. Aluminium oxide Al2O3
C. Ammonium chloride NH3Cl
D. Sodium carbonate NaCO3

13 Which of the following species possess dative covalent bond?

(1) H3O+
(2) NH4+
(3) CO
A. (1) and (2) only
B. (1) and (3) only
C. (2) and (3) only
D. (1), (2) and (3)

14 Which of the following molecules has the least number of lone pair of electrons?
A. Oxygen
B. Chlorine
C. Water
D. Ammonia

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15 Element X is in Group V and exists as molecules, X2. Which of the following diagrams correctly
shows the electronic structure of an X2 molecule?
A.

16 Helium has a low boiling point because

A. a helium atom has a duplet structure.
B. helium molecules are monoatomic.
C. the van der Waals’ forces between helium atoms are weak.
D. helium is a noble gas.

17 The atomic numbers of elements X and Y are 15 and 17 respectively. They combine to form
compound Z. Which of the following statements about compound Z are correct?
(1) Z has a giant covalent structure.
(2) Z has a chemical formula of XY3.
(3) Z cannot conduct electricity.
A. (1) and (2) only
B. (1) and (3) only
C. (2) and (3) only
D. (1), (2) and (3)

18 Which of the following can show that covalent bond is a strong bond?
A. Iodine is a solid at room temperature and pressure.
B. Iodine has a higher boiling point than helium.
C. Diamond has a high melting point.
D. Diamond cannot conduct electricity.

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19 Consider the following information:
Substance Attraction that exists between the particles
in the substance
(1) Iodine Intermolecular forces
(2) Silicon dioxide Ionic bond
(3) Calcium chloride Covalent bond
Which of the above information is/are correct?
A. (1) only
B. (2) only
C. (1) and (3) only
D. (2) and (3) only

20 The atomic numbers of two elements X and Y are 19 and 16 respectively. The compound formed
between X and Y
A. has a formula of X2Y.
B. conducts electricity at room conditions.
C. is a liquid at room conditions.
D. is insoluble in water.

21 Which of the following combinations about the uses of metals is correct?

Metal Use
A. Titanium Making coins
B. Iron Making soft drink cans
C. Mercury Making thermometers
D. Silver Making magnets

22 Which of the following metals occurs in free state in nature?

A. Copper
B. Zinc
C. Gold
D. Iron

23 Which of the following metals can be obtained by heating its oxide strongly?
A. Sodium
B. Magnesium
C. Aluminium
D. Silver

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24 Three metals are commonly extracted from their ores by the following ways.

Metal Common extraction method

X Electrolysis
Y Direct heating
Z Heating with carbon

The descending order of reactivity of these metals is

A. X, Z, Y.
B. Y, Z, X.
C. X, Y, Z.
D. Z, Y, X.

25 Which of the following are the consequences of metal recycling?

(1) Fuels are saved.
(2) Metals will run out at a later time in future.
(3) Land used for waste disposal can be reduced.
A. (1) and (2) only
B. (1) and (3) only
C. (2) and (3) only
D. (1), (2) and (3)

26 Which of the following statements concerning the reactions of zinc are INCORRECT?
(1) Zinc reacts with hot water to give zinc oxide and hydrogen.
(2) Zinc reacts with dilute sulphuric acid to give hydrogen.
(3) Zinc burns in air to give oxygen under very strong heating.
A. (1) and (2) only
B. (1) and (3) only
C. (2) and (3) only
D. (1), (2) and (3)

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27 Consider the reaction between metal Y and steam:
metal Y

steam

heat
A gas that can burn with a ‘pop’ sound is produced during the reaction. Metal Y is probably
A. tin.
B. aluminium.
C. gold.
D. lead.

28 Q, R and S are three different metals. When these metals are placed separately into dilute
hydrochloric acid, only Q and S react with the acid. When the metals are put separately into
cold water, only S gives colourless gas bubbles. Which of the following correctly represents the
ascending order of reactivity of these metals?
A. R < Q < S
B. Q < S < R
C. S < Q < R
D. S < R < Q

29 Chromium reacts with lead(II) nitrate to give lead. It also reacts with dilute sulphuric acid but
does not react with cold water. The position of chromium in the metal reactivity series is
probably placed
A. above calcium.
B. between calcium and lead.
C. between lead and mercury.
D. below mercury.

30 Metals X and Y are extracted from their ores by electrolysis of their molten ores. Metal X reacts
with cold water while metal Y does not. Metal Z is low in the reactivity series and forms a
yellow oxide when cold. Which of the following combinations about metals X, Y and Z is
correct?
Metal X Metal Y Metal Z
A. Sodium Aluminium Lead
B. Potassium Calcium Zinc
C. Calcium Zinc Iron
D. Zinc Iron Copper

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31 1 mol of calcium chloride contains
A. 1 mol of calcium chloride molecules.
B. 6.02 × 1023 calcium atoms and 2 × 6.02 × 1023 chlorine atoms.
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C. × 6.02 × 1023 calcium ions and 6.02 × 1023 chloride ions.
2
D. 6.02 × 1023 calcium ions and 2 × 6.02 × 1023 chloride ions.

32 M is a Group I metal. 0.5 mol of the metal sulphate weighs 71.05 g. What is the relative atomic
mass of M?
(Relative atomic masses: O = 16.0, S = 32.1)
A. 19.0
B. 23.0
C. 27.0
D. 31.0

33 What is the mass of sulphur that contains the same number of atoms as 8.1 g of magnesium?
(Relative atomic masses: Mg = 24.3, S = 32.1)
A. 5.3 g
B. 10.7 g
C. 16.0 g
D. 21.4 g

34 What is the percentage by mass of chlorine in 11.8 g of aluminium chloride?

(Relative atomic masses: Al = 27.0, Cl = 35.5)
A. 20.2%
B. 56.8%
C. 72.4%
D. 79.8%

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35 What is the empirical formula for a compound having the following composition by mass?
(Relative atomic masses: O = 16.0, Al = 27.0, S = 32.1)
Element Composition by mass (%)
Aluminium 15.79
Sulphur 28.07
Oxygen 56.14
A. Al2S3O9
B. Al2S3O12
C. AlSO4
D. Al2SO4
END OF SECTION A

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