Year 10 Science half-yearly exam Name

Class (tick)  10M  10E  10R  10I  10N  10O

2013
Half-yearly examination

Year 10 Science
General Instructions Total marks 60
 Reading Time – 3 minutes
 Working time – 40 minutes
 Write using blue or black pen Section 1: 5 multiple choice worth one mark each
 Draw diagrams using pencil Section 2: Short answer questions worth a total of
 Approved calculators may be used 55 marks
 Write your name on each answer sheet

A periodic table of the elements is provided at the back of the exam booklet.

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Class (tick)  10M  10E  10R  10I  10N  10O

Section 1.
5 marks
Attempt questions 1 - 5.
Record your answers on the separate multiple-choice answer sheet located at the back of the exam.
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1) Which of the following lists contain only polyatomic ions? 1 mark

A) Carbonate, sulfate, nitrate, phosphate

B) Carbide, sulfide, nitride, phosphide
C) CO32-, SO42-, NO3-, P3-
D) C4-, S2-, N3-, P3-

2) Which of these is not an advantage of a scientific model? 1 mark

A) Models can be used to make predictions

B) Models are based on practical experiences
C) Models help to visualise information
D) Models could be based on incomplete or incorrect information

3) The speed of a wave can be calculated by using either of the two equations shown. Indicate which of
these answers shows three correct values? 1 mark

A) Wavelength = 8 m/s, Frequency = 2 Hz, Speed = 8 m

B) Wavelength = 6 m/s, Frequency = 1 Hz, Speed = 4 m
C) Wavelength = 16m, Frequency = 4 Hz, Speed = 62 m/s
D) Wavelength = 16m, Frequency = 2 Hz, Speed = 32 m/s

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4) Parts of the electromagnetic spectrum can be used to transmit and receive communication signals to and
from common electrical devices such as mobile phones, television antenna and remote control devices.
Which list contains only the types of electromagnetic radiation used in these devices? 1 mark

A) Gamma rays, X-rays, Ultraviolet radiation

B) Radio waves, Microwaves, Infrared radiation
C) Visible light, Gamma rays, Radio waves
D) Infrared radiation, Visible light, Ultraviolet radiation

5) Sherbet contains the ingredients bicarbonate soda (a carbonate) and citric acid (an acid). When these
two ingredients come into contact with the saliva on a person’s tongue, a chemical reaction is started. A
product of this chemical reaction is a gas which can be felt as bubbles on the tongue.
What is the identity of this gas? 1 mark

A) Hydrogen
B) Oxygen
C) Nitrogen
D) Carbon Dioxide

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Class (tick)  10M  10E  10R  10I  10N  10O

Section 2.
55 marks
Attempt questions 6 – 23.
Read the whole of each question before commencing it.
Answer the questions in the spaces provided.
Show full working for questions requiring calculations.

6) Read the information in the table then answer the questions:

Light Emitting Compact Fluorescent Incandescent

Usage
Diodes Bulbs Bulbs
Turns on instantly yes slight delay yes
Durability durable fragile fragile
Sensitivity to Temperature no yes some
Sensitivity to Humidity no yes some
Hazardous Materials none 5 mg mercury/bulb none

A) Identify one advantage of light emitting diodes. 1 mark

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B) Identify one disadvantage of incandescent bulbs. 1 mark

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7) The following results were recorded by a student who studied a decomposition reaction. This reaction
used an enzyme that is found in potato to breakdown hydrogen peroxide. The decomposition equation for
this reaction is:

The Results table: Amount of Enzyme Volume of Oxygen produced

used (g) in 1 minute (mL)
0 0
5 15
10 22
15 31
20 35

For this experiment, state the following:

A) Aim 1 mark

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B) An Hypothesis 1 mark

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C) Independent Variable 1 mark

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D) Dependent Variable 1 mark

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E) One Controlled Variable 1 mark

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F) Conclusion 1 mark

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8)

A) Identify two things that will occur when the switched is closed in this circuit. 2 marks

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B) State one application for this process. 1 mark

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9) Describe the role of transformers and identify why transformers are important in electrical transmission.
2 marks

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10) Identify whether parallel or series circuits are used in a typical household electrical supply. Explain why.
2 marks

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11) The following questions relate to the diagram

Magnet
Coil of wire

Galvanometer

A) Describe what is being produced in this investigation. 1 mark

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B) Identify what happens if the magnet is moved into and out of the coil faster. 1 mark

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12) A student undertook the following activity in class.

Aim: To observe the ‘Law of conservation of mass’.

Equipment:
 triple beam balance
 safety glasses
 measuring cylinder
 large Beaker
 small funnel
 cling wrap
 water
 hydrochloric acid
 magnesium

Method:
1. The experiment was set up as shown.
2. The mass was weighed before and after the reaction using a triple beam balance.
3. The acid mixed with the magnesium and hydrogen gas collected in the measuring cylinder.
4. Results were recorded (as shown below).
Results:
Mass before reaction Mass after reaction
(g) (g)
610 610

A) Explain whether the results indicate that the law of conservation of mass was observed in this reaction
based on evidence. 2 marks

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B) Identify how the results of this experiment could be shown to be reliable. 1 mark

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C) Describe one way you could make this experiment more accurate. 1 mark
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This question continues on the next page.

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D) Describe one safety precaution for this experiment. 2 marks

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E) Another student in the class did the same experiment but did not use a measuring cylinder. Their results
are shown below. Propose a reason for this result. 1 mark

Mass before reaction Mass after reaction

(g) (g)
610 605

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13) An Ohm’s Law experiment was completed which compared voltage to current and the results were
displayed in the following graph:

A) Identify the resistor that does not obey Ohm’s Law. Explain your answer. 2 marks

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B) Using the equation Resistance = Voltage ÷ Current and the graph, calculate the resistance for Resistor
2. Show your working. 2 marks

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C) Predict the current for Resistor 2 if the voltage is increased to 24 volts. 1 mark

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14) A student wanted to test if distilled water or salt water was more likely to promote rusting. They set up the
experiment below.

Magnesium wrapped around nail

Salt Water
Distilled Water
Iron Nail
Test Tube

A) Explain why the above experiment is not a valid investigation. 1 mark

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15) Draw an electric circuit that will successfully operate in series. The circuit should include correct symbols
for a cell, a switch, a bulb, an ammeter and a voltmeter. 5 marks

16) Describe a test that can be used to identify the gaseous products an acid and carbonate reaction.
2 marks

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17) Balance the following equations. 2 marks

A) Na2CO3 + HNO3 → NaNO3 + H2O + CO2

B) Na + HCl → NaCl + H2

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18) Label the wavelength and amplitude on the below diagram. 2 marks

19)
A) Label the wavelength on the below diagram. 1 mark

B) Name this type of wave. 1 mark

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20)
A) On the below diagram label the 7 types of electromagnetic radiation in order of wavelength. 2 marks

B) On the diagram also indicate the direction of increasing energy. 1 mark

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21) State the difference between corrosion and rusting. 2 marks

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22) Name these common compounds. 6 marks

Formula Name
NH3
NaOH
H2SO4
HNO3
HCl
Ba(OH)2

23) Identify the type of reaction that this reaction represents. 1 mark

Na2SO4 (aq) + BaCl2 (aq) → BaSO4 (s) + NaCl (aq)

Sodium Barium Sodium

Barium sulfate
sulfate chloride chloride

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Section 1
Use of the multiple-choice answer sheet.

Select the alternative A, B, C or D that best answers the question and fill in the response oval completely.
Sample 2 + 4 = (A) 2 (B) 6 (C) 8 (D) 9
(A) (B) (C) (D)
If you think you have made a mistake, put a cross through the incorrect answer and fill in the new answer.
(A) (B) (C) (D)
If you change your mind and have crossed out what you consider to be the correct answer, then indicate this
by writing the word correct and drawing an arrow as follows:
correct

(A) (B) (C) (D)

Total marks (5)

Attempt all questions 1 – 5
1. A) B) C) D)

2. A) B) C) D)

3. A) B) C) D)

4. A) B) C) D)

5. A) B) C) D)

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