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Sample Paper 1
ICSE Class X 2023-24
Chemistry
Science Paper - 2
Time: 2 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. Answer to this Paper must be written on the paper provided separately.
2. You will not be allowed to write during first 15 minutes.
3. This time is to be spent in reading the question paper.
4. The time given at the head of this Paper is the time allowed for writing the answers.
5. Section A is compulsory. Attempt any four questions from Section B.
6. The intended marks for questions or parts of questions are given in brackets [ ].
SECTION - A
(Attempt all questions from this Section.)
QUESTION 1.
Choose the correct answers to the questions from the given options. [15]
(Do not copy the questions, write the correct answer only.)
(i) Identify one statement that holds true for electrolysis of molten lead bromide.
(a) Silver grey metal deposits at the anode.
(b) Temperature is not maintained during electrolysis.
(c) Brown vapours of bromine are obtained at the anode.
(d) Electrolyte contains H+ ions along with Pb2+ ions.
(ii) If the pH of a solution is ‘2’, then the solution is a

(a) strong acid (b) strong alkali
(c) weak acid (d) weak alkali
(iii) In a periodic table, the element of period 3 are arranged in the increasing order of ionisation
potentialas
(a) B, N,Cl, Ar
(b) Mg, Si, S, Ar
(c) Ar, Si, S, Mg
(d) Si, Ar, Cl, Mg
(iv) Which of the following statements is correct about an aqueous solution of an acid and of a
base?
(i) Higher the pH, stronger the acid (ii) Higher the pH, weaker the acid
(iii) Lower the pH, stronger the base (iv) Lower the pH, weaker the base
(a) (i) and (iii) (b) (ii) and (iii)
(c) (ii) and (iv) (d) (i) and (iv)
(v) Among the elements of period 2, the element which has high electron affinity is
(a) fluorine (b) carbon
(c) chlorine (d) lithium
(vi) Which of the following is a weak electrolyte ?

(a) Sodium chloride (b) Benzene
(c) Sodium acetate (d) Ammonium acetate
(vii) 10-6 M HCl is divided to 100 times its pH will be

(a) 6.0 (b) 8.0
(c) 9.5 (d) 6.95
(viii) The electron affinity of Be is similar to

(a) Na (b) B
(c) Li (d) He
(ix) Nitric acid was also known as :

(a) aqua fortis (b) aqua guard
(c) aqua hydroxide (d) aqua nitrate
(x) An element X has an atomic number 15. With which of the following elements will it show
similar chemical properties?
(a) N (7) (b) Ne (10)
(c) O (8) (d) Be (4)
(xi) Nitric acid turns orange coloured methyl orange.

(a) Red (b) Orange
(c) Pink (d) Blue
(xii) Heating sodium acetate with soda lime produces :

(a) Ethane (b) Methane
(c) Ethene (d) Ethyne
(xiii) The colour of the precipitate formed after the addition of a small amount of sodium hydroxide
solution to an aqueous solution of ferric chloride is
(a) gelatinous white (b) pale blue
(c) reddish brown (d) dirty green
(xiv) Ammonia is manufactured by the Haber’s process using iron catalyst. Which of the following
statements is incorrect?
(a) Nitrogen is reduced by hydrogen
(b) It is not possible to obtain a 100% yield of ammonia
(c) The iron catalyst is used to increase the speed of the reaction.
(d) A higher temperature will increase the yield of ammonia
(xv) An element with the atomic number 19 will most likely combine chemically with the element
whose atomic number is :
(a) 18 (b) 11
(c) 17 (d) 20
QUESTION 2.
(i) The diagram shows an experimental set up for the laboratory preparation of a pungent
smelling gas. The gas is alkaline in nature. [5]
(a) Name the gas collected in the jar.

(b) Write the balanced equation for the above preparation.
(c) How is the gas being collected ?
(d) Name the drying agent used.
(e) How will you find that the jar is full of gas ?
(ii) Match the following Column-I with Column-II: [5]
Column-I Column-II
(i) Sulphur dioxide (a) Sulphuric acid
(ii) Oil of vitriol (b) Burning sulphur smell
(iii) Oleum (c) Rotten egg smell
(iv) Sulphur trioxide (d) Pyrosulphuric acid
(v) Hydrogen sulphide (e) Anhydride of sulphuric acid.
(iii) Complete the following by choosing the correct answers from the bracket: [5]
(a) Across a period, the ionisation potential_____. (increases, decreases, remains same).
(b) A salt prepared by displacement reaction is_____. (ferric chloride, ferrous chloride,
silver chloride)
(c) Aluminium powder, a constituent of paints, prevents_______. (heat radiation/
formation of rust/conduction of electric current).
(d) The black colour disappears learning a ----------- solution when adding sulphuric acid to
copper oxide.
(e) When sodium chloride is heated with concentrated sulphuric acid below 200°C, one
of the products formed is______. (sodium hydrogen sulphate/sodium sulphate/
chlorine)
(iv) Identify the following: [5]

(a) The amount of energy released when an atom in the gaseous state accepts an electron
to form an anion.
(b) The alkali metal in the third period.
(c) The elements present in the first period.
(d) An element having highest electro-negativity.
(e) The noble gas with duplet arrangement of electrons.
(v) (a) Draw the structural formula for each of the following : [5]
1. 2, 2 dimethyl pentane
2. methanol
3. Iso propane
(b) Write the IUPAC name for the following compounds :
1. acetaldehyde
2. acetylene
SECTION - B
(Attempt any four questions.)
QUESTION 3.
(i) Write the molecular formulae of the third and fifth members of homologous series of carbon
compounds represented by the generally formula C n H 2n - 2 . [2]
(ii) Write a balanced chemical equation for each of the following reactions : [2]
(a) Action of dilute sulphuric acid on sodium hydroxide.
(b) Action of dilute sulphuric acid on zinc sulphide.
(iii) The following table represents a part of the periodic table. [3]
Li Be B C N O F
Na Mg Al Si P S Cl
K Br
From these elements, answer the following:
(a) Which is the element having biggest atomic size ?
(b) Which element has the highest ionisation energy?
(c) Which elements constitute alkali metals?
(iv) (a) Outline the steps necessary to convert insoluble lead (II) oxide into soluble lead (II)
chloride. [3]
(b) If iron reacts with dilute sulphuric acid, what will be the products ?
(c) A solution of iron (III) chloride has a pH less than 7. Is the solution acidic or alkaline ?
QUESTION 4.
(i) Why are cryolite and fluorspar added to pure alumina ? [2]
(ii) Calculate the volume of oxygen required for the complete combustion of 8.8 g of propane
(C3H8) [2]
(Atomic mass: H = 1, C = 12, O = 16).
(iii) (a) Write the balanced chemical equation to prepare ammonia gas in the laboratory by
using an alkali. [3]
(b) State why concentrated sulphuric acid is not used for drying ammonia gas.
(c) Why is ammonia gas not collected over water?
(iv) Distinguish between the following pairs of compounds using the test given within brackets:
(a) Iron (II) sulphate and iron (III) sulphate (using ammonium hydroxide) [3]
(b) A lead salt and a zinc salt (using excess ammonium hydroxide)
QUESTION 5.
(i) Write down the equations for following reactions : [2]

(a) When ammonium chloride is warmed with sodium hydroxide solution.
(b) When ammonium chloride is warmed with concentrated sulphuric acid.
(ii) (a) Classify the solutions of the following as acids, bases or salts : Ammonium hydroxide,
barium chloride, sodium chloride, sodium hydroxide, H2SO4 and HNO3. [2]
(b) Explain how a reagent chosen from those above enables you to distinguish between the
two acids mentioned therein.
(iii) An element X has atomic number 16. Answer the following questions. [3]
(a) State the period and group to which X belongs?
(b) Is X a metal or a non-metal?
(c) What is the valency of X?
(iv) (a) What is the type of reaction taking place between ethane and chlorine to form
monochloroethane ? [3]
(b) The reaction between ethene and chlorine forms only one product. Name the type of this
reaction.
(c) (1) Draw the structural formula of ethene.
(2) What is the feature of the ethene structure which allows ethene to react with
chlorine in the way it does ?
QUESTION 6.
(i) State : [2]

(a) Gay Lussac’s law of gaseous volumes
(b) Avogadro’s law.
(ii) From the list of the following salts choose the salt, that most appropriately fits the description
given in the following : [2]
[AgCl, MgCl2, NaHSO4, PbCO3, ZnCO3, KNO3, Ca(NO3)2]
(a) A deliquescent salt.
(b) An insoluble chloride.
(iii) Copper sulphate solution is electrolysed using copper electrodes. [3]

Study the diagram given below and answer the question that follows:
(a) Which electrode to your left or right is known as the oxidising electrode and why?
(b) Write the equation representing the reaction that occurs.
(c) State two appropriate observations for the above electrolysis reaction.
(iv) (a) The metal plate through which current enters into an electrolyte is called______and
it has_____of electrons. [3]
(b) The metal plate through which current leaves from an electrolyte is called______and
it has______of electrons.
(c) The ions which discharge on the negative electrode during electrolysis______
electrons. Thus the ions are said to be______.
QUESTION 7.
(i) Name the following: [3]

(a) Process by which ethane is obtained from ethene.
(b) A hydrocarbon which contributes towards the green house effect.
(c) Distinctive reaction that takes place when ethanol is treated with acetic acid.
(ii) The pH values of three solutions A, B and C are given in the table. Answer the following
questions: [3]
Solution pH value
A 12
B 2
C 7
(a) Which solution will have no effect on litmus solution ?
(b) Which solution will liberate CO2 when reacted with sodium carbonate?
(c) Which solution will turn red litmus solution blue ?
(iii) (a) (1) Give two large-scale uses of nitric acid. [4]
(2) A sample contains nitric oxide. The nitric oxide can be removed by passing the
mixture through solution ‘S’. Name the solution ‘S’.
(3) Nitrogen can be obtained in pure state by heating a mixture of ammonium chloride
and a substance X. Name the substance X.
(b) Nitrogen dioxide is called mixed anhydride. Explain.
QUESTION 8.
(i) Write the equation for each of the following reactions : [2]
(a) Sulphur is heated with concentrated sulphuric acid.
(b) Ammonium chloride is heated with sodium hydroxide.
(ii) (a) Name two compounds that are covalent when taken pure but produce ions when
dissolved in water. [2]
(b) For each compound, give the formulae of the ions formed in aqueous solutions.
(iii) Give one test each to distinguish between the following pairs of chemicals : [3]
(a) Zinc nitrate solution and calcium nitrate solution.
(b) Sodium nitrate solution and sodium chloride solution.
(c) Iron (III) chloride solution and copper chloride solution.
(iv) State one relevant observation for each of the following reactions. [3]
(a) Ammonium hydroxide solution is first added in a small quantity and then in excess to
a solution of copper sulphate.
(b) Sodium acetate is added to sodium hydroxide.
(c) Ammonia gas is passed over heated copper oxide.
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Sample Paper 2
Chemistry
Science Paper - 2
SECTION - A
QUESTION 1.
(i) Solid sodium chloride does not conduct electricity as

(a) the strength of the bond is weak
(b) it contains free ions
(c) it does not contain any free ion
(d) it contains free ions as well as molecules
(ii) The acidity of aluminium hydroxide is

(a) 3 (b) 1
(c) 4 (d) 2
(iii) The tendency of an atom to attract shared pair of electrons to itself when forming a
chemical bond is known as
(a) electron affinity (b) electronegativity
(c) ionisation potential (d) nuclear charge
(iv) As the pH of solution increases, the ............... strength of the solution progressively decreases.
(a) Acidic (b) Atomic
(c) Basic (d) None of these
(v) What is the fundamental property of classification in modern periodic law?

(a) Atomic radius (b) Atomic volume
(c) Atomic number (d) Atomic mass
(vi) Electrolysis of aqueous copper sulphate is carried by using :

(a) Copper, electrodes (b) Copper anode graphite cathode
(c) Platinum electrodes (d) None of these
(vii) A blue litmus paper was first dipped in dil. HCl and then in dil. NaOH solution. It was
observed that the colour of the litmus paper
(a) changed to red (b) remain blue in both the solution
(c) changed blue to colourless (d) changed first to red and then to blue
(viii) The electro-negativity of elements across the period ............... and ............... down the group.
(a) increases; increases (b) decreases; increases
(c) decreases; decreases (d) increases; decreases
(ix) The brown ring test is used for the detection of

(a) NO -3 (b) CO 2-
3
(c) SO 2-
3 (d) Cl-
(x) Amongst the following select the element with highest ionisation enthalpy.
(a) Sodium (b) Potassium
(c) Magnesium (d) Beryllium
(xi) Catalyst used in Ostwald’s process.

(a) Gold (b) Silver
(c) Platinum (d) Silver Nitrate
(xii) The functional group present in acetic acid is:

(a) Ketonic (b) Carboxyl - COOH
(c) Aldehydic - CHO (d) Hydroxyl - OH
(xiii) Aqueous solution of cupric chloride forms a deep blue solution on addition of
(a) drop wise sodium hydroxide (b) excess sodium hydroxide
(c) drop wise ammonium hydroxide (d) excess ammonium hydroxide
(xiv) Ammonia turns yellow turmeric solution .......... .

(a) Orange (b) brown
(c) red (d) blue
(xv) Which of the following is a most reactive element of the group 17?
(a) Sodium (b) Oxygen
(c) Fluorine (d) Magneshium
QUESTION 2.
(i) [5]
(a) Which property of ammonia is depicted in above diagram ?

(b) What is taken is combustion tube ?
(c) Enlist your observations if the compound taken in combustion tube is (i) CuO (ii) PbO.
(Also give equations)
(d) Give the function of cold water.
(ii) Match the column A with column B. [5]
Column A Column B
1. Sodium chloride (a) Increases
2. Ammonium ion (b) Covalent bond
3. Electro-negativity across the period (c) Ionic bond
4. Non metallic character down the group (d) Covalent and Co-ordinate bond
5. Carbon tetrachloride (e) Decreases
(a) Down the group, electron affinity______. (increases, decreases, remains same).
(b) The salt prepared by the method of direct combination is______. (iron (II) chloride/
iron (III) chloride)
(c) Aluminium is utilized in cooking utensils since it is______. (a good conductor of
electricity/bright in appearance/a good conductor of heat).
(d) Mixing of colourless acids, such as HBr and H 2 SO 4 leads to -------------- colouration.
(e) Quicklime is not used to dry HCl gas because ______(CaO is alkaline, CaO is acidic,
CaO is neutral)
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(a) The energy released when an electron is added to a neutral gaseous isolated atom to
form a negatively charged ion.
(b) An alkaline earth metal in the third period.
(c) A non-metal which has three electrons in the valence shell.
(d) An element of period which does not form an oxide.
(e) The non-metallic element present in third period other than sulphur and oxygen.
(v) Give the structural formula for the following : [5]

(a) Methanoic acid
(b) Ethanal
(c) Ethyne
(d) Acetone
(e) 2-methyl propane.
SECTION - B
QUESTION 3.
(i) Name the following : [2]

(a) A gas which forms explosive mixture with air.
(b) Solution used for storing biological specimens.
(ii) (a) HCl, HNO3 and H2SO4 are the formulae of three compounds. [2]
Which of these compounds has the highest boiling point and which has the lowest ?
(b) Dilute hydrochloric acid and dilute sulphuric acid are both colourless solutions. How
will the addition of barium chloride solution to each, help to distinguish between the
two ?
(iii) An element X belongs to 3rd period and group II of Use the letters only written in the
periodic table given below to answer the questions that follow: [3]
(a) State the number of valence electrons in atom J .

(b) Which element shown forms ions with a single negative charge?
(c) Which metallic element is more reactive than R ?
(iv) (a) A solution has a pH of 7. Explain how you would [3]

(1) increase its pH
(2) decrease its pH
(b) If a solution changes the colour of litmus from red to blue, what can you say about its
pH?
(c) What can you say about the pH of a solution that liberates CO2 from sodium carbonate?
QUESTION 4.
(i) (a) From the metals copper, iron, magnesium, sodium and zinc, select a different metal
which does not react with cold water but reacts with steam when heated. [2]
(b) Arrange the metals in [a] in decreasing order of reactivity.
(ii) Calculate the mass of [2]

(a) 1022 atoms of sulphur.
(b) 0.1 mole of carbon dioxide.
[Atomic mass: S = 32, C = 12 and D = 16 and Avogadro’s Number = 6 # 1023]
(iii) Study the figure given below and answer the questions that follow: [3]
(a) Identify the gas Y .

(b) What property of gas Y does this experiment demonstrate?
(c) Name another gas which has the same property and can be demonstrated through this
experiment.
(iv) The following questions are based on the preparation of ammonia gas in the laboratory: [3]
(a) Explain why ammonium nitrate is not used in the preparation of ammonia.
(b) Name the compound normally used as a drying agent during the process.
(c) How is ammonia gas collected?
QUESTION 5.
(i) Under what conditions do nitrogen and hydrogen combine to form ammonia ? State one
large-scale use of ammonia. [2]
(ii) What are the terms defined below? [2]

(a) A salt containing a metal ion surrounded by other ions or molecules.
(b) A base which is soluble in water.
(iii) Choose the answer from the list which fits the description. [3]
(Calcium silicate, zone of heat absorption, coke, combustion zone, alumina)
(a) Name of the compound which is formed by the reaction between silica and calcium
oxide.
(b) Name of the middle part zone of the blast furnace.
(c) A black powdery substance is used for the reduction of zinc oxide during its extraction
process.
(iv) Write balanced equations for the following reactions. Also name the products formed. [3]
(a) A mixture of ethene and hydrogen is passed over heated nickel.
(b) Ethene is treated with chlorine.
(c) Ethene is heated to 200°C under pressure.
QUESTION 6.
(i) What is the mass in grams of [2]

(i) 2.24 millilitres of propane at S.T.P.?
(ii) 448 millilitres of Nitric oxide at S.T.P.?
(ii) (a) Give the name and formula of the acid salt which gives sodium ions and sulphate ions
in solution. [2]
(b) From the following list of substances, choose those which meet the description given
below. Ammonium chloride, ammonium nitrate, chlorine, dilute hydrochloric acid,
iron, lead nitrate, manganese (IV) oxide, silver nitrate, sodium nitrate sulphur. Two
compounds whose aqueous solution gives white precipitate with dilute hydrochloric
acid.
(iii) During the electrolysis of copper (II) sulphate solution using platinum as cathode and
carbon as anode: [3]
(a) What do you observe at the cathode and at the anode?
(b) What change is noticed in the electrolyte?
(c) Write the reactions at the cathode and at the anode.
(iv) (a) The ions which discharge on the positive electrode during electrolysis______electrons.
Thus the ions are said to be_____. [3]
(b) Hydrogen and metallic ions are______because they______electrons at cathode.
(c) Non-metallic ions are_____because they____electrons at anode.
QUESTION 7.
(i) Compound A is bubbled through bromine dissolved in carbon tetrachloride and the product
is CH 2 BR - CH 2 Br . [3]
Br2 /CCl 4
A CH 2 Br - CH 2 Br
(a) Draw the structural formula of A.
(b) What type of reaction has A undergone?
(c) What is your observation?
(ii) Give suitable chemical terms for the following :

(a) A salt formed by incomplete neutralisation of an acid by a base.
(b) A definite number of water molecules bound to some salts.
(c) The process in which a substance absorbs moisture from the atmospheric air to become
moist, and ultimately dissolves in the absorbed water.
(iii) [4]
The above diagram shows industrial preparation of nitric acid.

(a) What is the ratio of the reactants taken in the above process ?
(b) Name the common name of this process.
(c) Name the catalyst used.
(d) Why gases entering the apparatus must be pure ?
QUESTION 8.
(i) Distinguish between the following pairs of compounds using a reagent as a chemical test:
[2]
(a) Calcium nitrate and Zinc nitrate solution.
(b) Ammonium sulphate crystals and Sodium sulphate crystals.
(ii) Ionic compounds do not conduct electric current in the solid state, why ? [2]
(iii) Write the observations and balanced equations for the following reactions : [3]
(a) Sodium hydroxide is added drop-wise till in excess to a solution of zinc sulphate.
(b) Ammonium hydroxide is added first in a small quantity and then in excess to a solution
of copper sulphate.
(c) Excess of ammonium hydroxide is added to a substance obtained by adding hydrochloric
acid in silver nitrate solution.
(iv) Give reasons: [3]

(a) Pure nitric acid gives a yellow brown colour when exposed to light.
(b) Colourless nitric oxide forms brown fumes in air.
(c) Aluminium is more active metal than iron, but suffers less corrosion.
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Sample Paper 3
Chemistry
Science Paper - 2
SECTION - A
QUESTION 1.
(i) Which of the following ions will readily discharge at the anode during the electrolysis of
acidulated water?
(a) OH- (b) SO24-
(c) Cl- (d) H+
(ii) Which of the following is a tribasic acid?

(a) H2SO4 (b) Al(OH)3
(c) H3PO4 (d) Ca(OH)2
(iii) Alkaline earth metals have the same

(a) number of valence electrons (b) number of shells
(c) metallic property (d) ionisation potential
(iv) Vinegar contains ............... acid.

(a) Phenol (b) Hydrochloric
(c) Sulphuric (d) Acetic
(v) Which of the following properties do not match with elements of the halogen family?
(a) They have seven electrons in their valence shell.
(b) They are metallic in nature.
(c) They are highly chemically reactive.
(d) They are diatomic in their molecular form.
(vi) During electrolysis of sodium chloride the gas released at anode is :

(a) Chlorine (b) Hydrogen
(c) Oxygen (d) None of these
(vii) NaHSO3 is an example of which type of salts?

(a) Complex salts (b) Basic salts
(c) Normal salts (d) Acidic salts
(viii) Across a period, the ionization potential ...............

(a) decreases (b) increases
(c) remains the same (d) none of the above
(ix) Which acid is used for brown ring test ?

(a) Sulphuric acid (b) Carbonic acid
(c) Hydrochloric acid (d) Sulphurous acid
(x) Elements in a period, all have the same number of ............... in their atoms.
(a) electron shells (b) valence electrons
(c) valency (d) None of the above
(xi) How many lone pair(s) involved in the formation of coordinate bond(s) in nitric acid?
(a) 4 (b) 2
(c) 3 (d) 1
(xii) Compounds of carbon and hydrogen are known as

(a) Hydrocarbons (b) Organic compounds
(c) Catenated compounds (d) None of above
(xiii) If relative molecular mass of butane (C4H10) is, 58 then its vapour density will be
(a) 58 (b) 29
(c) 32 (d) 16
(xiv) The ratio by volume of Nitrogen and Hydrogen in Haber’s process is

(a) 1 : 3 (b) 4 : 2
(c) 3 : 1 (d) 2 : 4
(xv) In a group, the larger the atomic size of an element, the ............... metallic is the element.
(a) more (b) same
(c) less (d) more or less
QUESTION 2.
(i) (a) State what do you observe when : neutral litmus solution is added to an alkaline
solution. [5]
(b) Name (formula is not acceptable) the gas produced in the following reaction :
Warming ammonium sulphate with sodium hydroxide solution.
(c) Write the equation for :
the preparation of ammonia from ammonium chloride and calcium hydroxide.
(d) What are the products formed when ammonia is oxidised with copper oxide? Also give
the balanced equation.
(ii) Match the following column A with Column B: [5]
Column A Column B
A. Acid salt (i) Sodium potassium carbonate
B. Mixed salt (ii) Alum
C. Complex salt (iii) Sodium carbonate
D. Double salt (iv) Sodium zincate
E. Normal salt (v) Sodium hydrogen carbonate
(a) In Period 3, the most metallic element is______. (sodium/magnesium/aluminium)
(b) The basicity of Acetic Acid is_____(3, 1, 4)
(c) Transmission wires are made of aluminium, since aluminium is______. (corrosion
resistant/a good conductor of heat/a good conductor of electricity).
(d) Addition of sulphuric acid to zinc sulphide flakes release a gas With ----------- small.
(e) Quick lime is not used to dry HCl gas because it is _____ (alkaline, acidic, neutral)

(a) The tendency of an atom to attract electrons towards itself when combined in a covalent
compound.
(b) The number of shells in the third period.
(c) The most electronegative element in the third period.
(d) A non-metal which has three electrons in the outermost shell.
(e) The gas evolved on reaction of aluminium with boiling concentrated caustic alkali
solution.
(v) (a) Distinguish between the saturated hydrocarbon ethane and the unsaturated hydrocarbon
ethene by drawing their structural formulae. [5]
(b) Addition reactions and substitution reactions are type of organic reactions. Which type
of reaction is shown by : (1) ethane (2) ethene
(c) Write the equation for the complete combustion of ethane.
(d) (1) Why is pure acetic acid known as glacial acetic acid ?
(2) What type of compound is formed by the reaction between acetic acid and an
alcohol ?
SECTION - B
QUESTION 3.
(i) What is the molecular formula of alcohol, which is derived from pentane ? [2]
(ii) What property of sulphuric acid is shown by the reactant of concentrated sulphuric acid
when heated with [2]
(a) Potassium nitrate (b) Carbon
(iii) Consider the following elements : [3]

Ca, O, Ar, S, Be, He
Which of the above elements would you expect to be
(a) very stable.
(b) in group IIA of the periodic table.
(c) in group VIA of the periodic table.
(iv) Sulphuric acid can be used to prepare a number of gases in the laboratory. Write balanced
equations for reactions in which the following gases are obtained using dilute sulphuric acid
as one of the reactants. [3]
(a) Hydrogen (b) Carbon dioxide (c) Sulphur dioxide
QUESTION 4.
(i) The following questions are related to Iron: [2]

(a) Name the acid with which iron is rendered passive.
(b) Name an alloy of Iron and Carbon.
(ii) Determine the empirical formula of the compound whose composition by mass is : 42%
nitrogen, 48% oxygen and 9% hydrogen. [2]
[H = 1, N = 14, O = 16]
(iii) (a) Name the substance used for drying ammonia. [3]
(b) Write an equation to illustrate the reducing nature of ammonia.
(c) With reference to Haber’s process for the preparation for ammonia, write the equation
and the condition required.
(iv) Name the gas evolved when the following mixtures are heated: [3]
(a) Calcium hydroxide and Ammonium Chloride.
(b) Sodium Nitrite and Ammonium Chloride.
(c) This gas is used as a reducing agent in reducing copper oxide to copper.
QUESTION 5.
(i) Give four uses of ammonia. [2]
(ii) Choose the most appropriate answer from the following list of oxides which fit the description.
Each answer may be used only once : [2]
[SO2, SiO2, Al2O3, MgO, CO, Na2O]
(a) A basic oxide.
(b) An oxide which dissolves in water forming an acid.
(c) An amphoteric oxide.
(d) A covalent oxide of a metalloid.
(iii) Explain the following: [3]

(a) Dilute nitric acid is generally considered a typical acid except for its reaction with
metals.
(b) The reaction of dilute nitric acid with copper.
(c) The yellow colour that appears in concentrated nitric acid when it is left standing in an
ordinary glass bottle.
(iv) Write the formulae of the products in the following reactions : [3]
(a) reaction of sodium with ethanol;
(b) reaction of alkaline potassium permagnate solution with ethanol;
(c) reaction of chromic anhydride with ethanol.
QUESTION 6.
(i) What is the mass in grams of 1 mole of [2]

(a) Hydrogen gas (H2)
(b) Ammonia gas (NH3)
(ii) (a) State your observation with an equation on mixing a solution of CaCl2 with a solution
of Na2CO3. [2]
(b) Give the name and formula of acid salt which gives sodium ions and sulphate ions.
(iii) Mr. Ramu wants to electroplate his key chain with nickel to prevent rusting. For this
electroplating : [3]
(a) Name the electrolyte.
(b) Name the cathode.
(c) Name the anode.
(iv) Write down the words or phrases from the brackets that will correctly fill in the blanks in
the following sentences : [3]
(a) Pure water consists almost entirely of_____ (ions/molecules).
(b) We can expect that pure water_____(will/will not) normally conduct electricity.
(c) The anode used in extraction of aluminium is______. [carbon rods/gas carbon/platinum]
QUESTION 7.
(i) Write balanced chemical equations: [3]

(a) Burning of Ethene in sufficient supply of air or Oxygen.
(b) Burning of Ethyne in sufficient supply of air or Oxygen.
(c) Calcium carbide is reacted with water.
(ii) Solution A is a sodium hydroxide solution. Solution B is a weak acid. Solution C is dilute
sulphuric acid. Which solution will ? [3]
(a) liberate sulphur dioxide from sodium sulphite.
(b) give a white precipitate with zinc sulphate solution.
(c) contain solute molecules and ions.
(iii) (a) Write a balanced equation for the reaction of sulphur with hot concentrated nitric
acid. [4]
(b) Write the equation for the reaction of dilute nitric acid with copper.
(c) Account for the yellow colour that appears when concentrated nitric acid is left standing
in an ordinary glass bottle.
(d) Dilute nitric acid is considered a typical acid except for its reaction with metals. In what
way is dilute nitric acid different from other acids when it reacts with metals ?
QUESTION 8.
(i) State one observation for each of the following: [2]

(a) Excess ammonium hydroxide solution is added to lead nitrate solution.
(b) Sodium hydroxide solution is added to ferric chloride solution at first a little and then
in excess.
(ii) Draw an electron dot diagram to show the structure of hydroponic ion. State the type of
bonding present in it. [2]
(iii) Give a chemical test to distinguish between the following pairs of chemicals: [3]
(a) Lead nitrate solution and Zinc nitrate solution.
(b) Sodium chloride solution and Sodium nitrate solution.
(iv) Element X is a metal with a valency of 2, Y is a non-metal with a valency of 3. [3]

(a) Write an equation to show how Y forms an ion?
(b) If Y is a diatomic gas, write an equation for the direct combination of X and Y to form
a compound.
(c) To which group does this metal X belongs to?
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Sample Paper 4
Chemistry
Science Paper - 2
SECTION - A
QUESTION 1.
(i) Which statement about conduction of electricity is correct?

(a) Electricity is conducted in aqueous solution by electrons.
(b) Electricity is conducted in a metal wire by ions.
(c) Electricity is conducted in a molten electrolyte by electrons.
(d) Electricity is conducted in an acidic solution by ions.
(ii) The products formed when an acid reacts with a base is

(a) salt and hydrogen
(b) salt and oxygen
(c) salt and water
(d) salt and carbon dioxide
(iii) Element with an atomic number 19 will

(a) accept an electron and get oxidised
(b) accept an electron and get reduced
(c) lose an electron and get oxidised
(d) lose an electron and get reduced
(iv) An acid is a compound which when dissolved in water gives ............... ions as the only
............... ions.
(a) Hydronium, negative (b) Peroxide, negative
(c) Hydronium, positive (d) Peroxide, positive
(v) Arrange the following elements in the order of their increasing non-metallic character Li,
O, C, Be, F
(a) F<O<C<Be<Li (b) F<C<Be<O<Li
(c) Li<Be<C<O<F (d) F<O<Be<C<Li
(vi) The gas obtained at the cathode by passing an electric current through a dilute HCl using
platinum electrodes is :
(a) Chlorine (b) Hydrogen chloride gas
(c) Hydrogen (d) Mixture of hydrogen and chlorine.
(vii) A solution whose pH is greater than 7, then the solution is .......... in nature.
(a) acidic (b) neutral
(c) basic (d) None of these
(viii) If an element has seven electrons in its outermost shell then it is likely to have the ...............
atomic size among all the elements in the same period.
(a) smallest (b) largest
(c) same (d) both (a) and (b)
(ix) The molecular weight of nitric acid.

(a) 53 a.m.u. (b) 50 a.m.u.
(c) 60 a.m.u. (d) 63 a.m.u.
(x) Down the group, electron affinity ...............

(a) remains same (b) decreases
(c) increases (d) none of the above
(xi) Chloride formed when nitric acid and hydrochloric acid reacts together.
(a) Ammonium chloride
(b) Hydrochloric acid
(c) Nitrosyl Chloride
(d) Ammonia
(xii) Which of the following statements is wrong about alkanes ?

(a) They are all saturated hydrocarbon.
(b) On complete combustion give out carbon dioxide and water.
(c) They are almost non polar in nature.
(d) They can undergo addition as well as substitution reaction.
(xiii) The percentage of hydrogen present in NaOH is (Relative molecular mass of NaOH = 40)
(At. wt. of H = 1).
(a) 2.5 (b) 25
(c) 0.25 (d) 0.025
(xiv) Nessler’s reagent has the formula .......... and it imparts brown coloration with ammonia.
(a) Ag(NH3)2OH (b) K2HgI4
(c) CH3MgCl (d) NH2CONH2
(xv) Select the element in period 3 whose electron affinity is zero:

(a) Neon (b) Argon
(c) Sodium (d) Sulphur
QUESTION 2.
(i) The following questions are based on the preparation of ammonia gas in the laboratory :
[5]
(a) Explain why ammonium nitrate is not used in the preparation of ammonia.
(b) Name the compound normally used as a drying agent during the process.
(c) How is ammonia gas collected?
(d) Explain why it is not collected over water.
(ii) Match the following Column A with Column B: [5]
Column-I Column-II
(i) Ferric chloride (a) Precipitation
(ii) Sodium chloride (b) Simple displacement
(iii) Magnesium sulphate (c) Metal oxide and dilute acid
(iv) Lead chloride (d) Synthesis
(v) Copper sulphate (e) Neutralisation
(a) The properties of the elements are a periodic function of their______(atomic
numbers, mass number, relative atomic masses).
(b) Higher the pH value of a solution, the more_____(acidic/alkaline) it is
(c) Aluminium is an important constituent metal in duralumin since it is_____. (a good
conductor of heat/unaffected by food acids/light)
(d) When sulphuric acid is added to barium chloride solution, -------------- is formed.
(e) On reaction with manganese (IV) oxide, conc. hydrochloric acid produces a _____
(reddish/brown/greenish, yellow) coloured gas.

(a) An alkaline earth metal present in group 2 and period 3.
(b) Two metals present in the third group.
(c) An inert gas present in third period.
(d) The smallest atom in the second period.
(e) An acid which is present in vinegar.
(v) (a) State the structural formula of ethane. [5]

(b) What type of reaction has taken place between ethane and chlorine ?
(c) What type of reaction between ethene and chlorine ?
(d) What feature of the ethene structure makes such a reaction possible ?
(e) Name the product of the reaction between ethene and chlorine.
SECTION - B
QUESTION 3.
(i) How is ethanol converted to ethene using a solid as dehydrating agent and not concentrated
H2SO4 ? Give only balanced equation. [2]
(ii) (a) Write a balanced chemical equation for the following : [2]
Action of concentrated sulphuric acid on Sulphur.
(b) State one relevant observation for the following reaction :
Action of concentrated Sulphuric acid on hydrated copper sulphate.
(iii) The question given below refers to the elements of the periodic table with atomic number
from 3 to 18. These elements are shown by letters. (not the usual symbols of the elements)
[3]
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P
Which of these ?
(a) is a noble gas.
(b) is a halogen.
(c) is an element with valency 4.
(iv) (a) A solution has a pH of 7. Explain how you would: [3]

(1) Increase its pH.
(2) Decrease its pH.
(b) If a solution changes the colour of litmus from red to blue, what can you say about its
pH?
QUESTION 4.
(i) What is the special property of : [2]

(a) Duralumin
(b) Type metal ?
(ii) Calculate the volume of 320 g of SO2 at STP (Atomic mass: S = 32, O = 16). [2]
(iii) (a) Name the gas evolved in the following case : [3]
Ammonia reacts with heated copper oxide.
(b) Study the flow chart given and give balanced equations to represent the reactions A, B
and C.
(c) Copy and complete the following table which refers to the industrail method for the
preparation of ammonia :
Name of the compound Name of the process Catalytic equations (with the catalyst)
Ammonia (1) _____ (2)_____
(iv) (a) Of the two gases, ammonia and hydrogen chloride, which is more dense ? Name the
method of collection of this gas. [3]
(b) Give one example of a reaction between the above two gases which produces a solid
compound.
QUESTION 5.
(i) What are the products formed when ammonium chloride is mixed with sodium nitrite and
the mixture is heated. Also give chemical equations. [2]
(ii) Answer the following question : [2]

How will you distinguish between dilute hydrochloric acid and dilute sulphuric acid using
lead nitrate solution ?
(iii) X[2, 6] and Y[2, 8, 8, 1] are two elements. [3]

Using this information complete the following.
(a) _____ is the metallic element.
(b) _____ is a reducing agent.
(c) When element X is strongly heated in element Y then compound _____ is formed.

(iv) Write the name and formula of the product formed in each case below : [3]
Sunlight
(a) CH4+ Cl2 --------- (Final product)
T
(b) C2H5Br + KOH (alc.) ---------
(c) H2C = CH2 + HBr $ ----------
QUESTION 6.
(i) What is the volume at S.T.P. [2]

(a) in millilitres of 0.01 mole of Hexane gas [C6H14] ?
(b) in litres of 5 moles of Butane gas [C4H10] ?
(ii) (a) Two solutions X and Y have pH values of 3 and 9 respectively. Which one of these two
will give a pink colour with phenolphthalein indicator ? [2]
(b) The pH value of pure water is 7. Compare the pH values of sulphur dioxide solution and
ammonia solution with that of pure water.
(iii) Three different electrolytic cells A, B and C are connected in separate circuits. Electrolytic
cell A contains sodium chloride solution. When the circuit is completed bulb in the circuit
glows brightly. Electrolytic cell B contains acetic acid solution and in this case the bulb in
the circuit glows dimly. The electrolytic cell C contains sugar solution and the bulb does not
glow. Give a reason for each of these observations. [3]
(iv) (a) Powdered sodium chloride (common salt) does not conduct an electric current, but it
does so when _____ or when_____. [3]
(b) During electrolysis, positive ions move towards _____.
(c) Molten lead bromide conducts electricity. It is called an _____.
QUESTION 7.

(a) Aluminium carbide is hydrolysed.
(b) Chlorine is added to Ethene.
(c) Hydrogen chloride is reacted with Ethene.
(ii) The preparation of lead sulphate from lead carbonate is a two-steps process. (Lead sulphate
cannot be prepared by adding dilute sulphuric acid to lead carbonate) [3]
(a) What is the first step that is required to prepare lead sulphate from lead carbonate ?
(b) Write the equation for the reaction that will take place when this first step is carried
out.
(c) Why is the direct addition of dilute sulphuric acid to lead carbonate is impractical
method of preparing lead sulphate ?
(iii) Give reasons for the following: [4]

(a) During the manufacture of Nitric acid by Ostwald’s process, excess of Oxygen is taken.
(b) Before the gases are allowed to enter the oxidation chamber the gases are sufficiently
cooled.
(c) The gases entering the catalytic chamber must be pure.
(d) Commercial Nitric acid is pale yellow in colour.
QUESTION 8.
(i) Distinguish between the following pair of compounds using the reagent given in the bracket.
Ferrous sulphate solution and ferric sulphate solution. (using sodium hydroxide solution) [2]
(ii) How many covalent bonds and co-ordinate bonds are present in ? [2]
(a) Hydronium ion
(b) Ammonium ion
(iii) State two relevant observations for each of the following : [3]
(a) Ammonium hydroxide solution is added to copper (II) nitrate solution in small quantities
and then in excess.
(b) Ammonium hydroxide solution is added to zinc nitrate solution in minimum quantities
and then in excess.
(iv) Choose the substance given in A, B, C with its properties given in 1 to 3. [3]
A. Sulphur B. Hydrogen sulphite C. Graphite
(1) A non-metal which is a good conductor of electricity.
(2) A non-metal which reacts with concentrated nitric acid to form its own and as one of
the product.
(3) Monobasic acid having molecular mass of 36.5 u.
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Sample Paper 5
Chemistry
Science Paper - 2
SECTION - A
QUESTION 1.
(i) In a circuit below, the lamp lights up
What could X be ?
(a) A solution of alcohol and water
(b) A solution of sodium chloride in water
(c) Sugar solution
(d) Solid potassium chloride
(ii) Hydracids are those acids which contain

(a) hydrogen with any meal
(b) hydrogen, a non-metal and oxygen
(c) hydrogen and a non-metal other than oxygen
(d) hydrogen and oxygen only
(iii) If an element has low ionisation potential, then it is likely to be a

(a) metal (b) metalloid
(c) non-metal (d) inert gas
(iv) The equation between an acid and a base is

XOH + HY " XY + H2O
In the given equation, which specie act as a cation?
(a) Y (b) OH
(c) H (d) X
(v) Which of the given elements A, B, C, D and E with atomic numbers 2, 3, 7, 10 and 30
respectively belong to the same period?
(a) B, C, D (b) A, B, C
(c) A, D, E (d) B, D, E
(vi) In the electrolysis of CuSO4 solution using platinum electrodes, gas produced at anode is :
(a) Sulphuric acid (b) Oxygen
(c) Sulphur dioxide (d) Copper ions
(vii) Identify the metallic oxide which is amphoteric in nature:

(a) Calcium oxide (b) Zinc oxide
(c) Barium oxide (d) Copper(II) oxide.
(viii) Arrange the following as per instruction given in the brackets :K, CI, Na, S, Si (increasing
order of atomic size)
(a) Na < S < Cl < K < Si
(b) K < Na <Si < CI < S
(c) K < Na < Si < S < Cl
(d) Si < S < Cl < Na
(ix) Yellow colour of nitric acid is due to dissolved.

(a) NO2 (b) NH3
(c) O2 (d) NO3
(x) The element with lowest ionization energy among the following is:
(a) Rb (b) N
(c) K (d) Li
(xi) Molecular formula of chile salt petre.

(a) NaNO3 (b) Na2SO4
(c) CaCO3 (d) CH3NH2
(xii) Triple bond is present in

(a) Alkanes (b) Alkenes
(c) Alkyls (d) Alkynes
(xiii) If the empirical mass of the formula PQ2 is 10 and the relative molecular mass is 30, then
the molecular formula will be
(a) PQ2 (b) P3Q2
(c) P6Q3 (d) P3Q6
(xiv) When ammonia is prepared from ammonium chloride, the sublimable component is .......... .
(a) Sodium Chloride (NaCl)
(b) Ammonia (NH4)
(c) Ammonium Chloride (NH4Cl)
(d) Sodium Hydride (NaH)
(xv) Which of the following is most electronegative?

(a) Tin
(b) Silicon
(c) Lead
(d) Carbon
QUESTION 2.
(i) (a) Write the equation for the formation of ammonia by the action of water on magnesium
nitride. [5]
(b) How is ammonia collected ?
(c) How would you distinguish between Zn2+ and Pb2+ ions using ammonium hydroxide
solution ?
(ii) Match the following Column A with Column B : [5]
Column A Column B
1. Acid salt A. Ferrous ammonium
2. Double salt B. Contains only ions sulphate
3. Ammonium hydroxide solution C. Sodium hydrogen sulphate
4. Dilute hydrochloric acid D. Contains only molecules
5. Carbon tetrachloride E. Contains ions and molecules
(a) Moving across a______of the periodic table the elements show increasing______
character. (group, period, metallic, non-metallic).
(b) pH of acetic acid is greater than dilute sulphuric acid. So acetic acid contains ______
concentration of H+ ions. (greater, same, low).
(c) A thermite mixture contains iron (III) oxide and aluminium, in which______
(aluminium/iron (III) oxide) is in a higher ratio in the mixture.
(d) Dilute sulphuric acid reacts with active metals to liberate ______ and form their
sulphates.
(e) During the formation of hydrogen chloride, a hard mass which sticks to the glass vessel
is _____ (sodium sulphate/sodium borate).

(a) The element which has the highest ionisation potential.
(b) The family of elements to which chlorine belongs.
(c) An element having highest electron affinity.
(d) The element with least I.E. in the second period.
(e) Name the aqueous salt solution used for testing sulphate radical.
(v) [5]
(a) What is the reaction which is taking place ?

(b) Give the function of acidified copper sulphate solution.
(c) Give a reaction in which acetylene gas is prepared by synthesis reaction.
(d) Compare the reaction of acetylene with bromine water and liquid bromine.
(e) What happens when acetylene is heated in copper tube at 600cC ?

SECTION - B
QUESTION 3.
(i) (a) Why pure acetic acid is known as glacial acetic acid? [2]
(b) What type of compound is formed by the reaction between acetic acid and an alcohol?
(ii) State one relevant reason for the following : [2]

Hydrated copper sulphate crystals turn white on heating.
(iii) How do the following vary in period 3? (from left to right) [3]
(a) Atomic size
(b) Metallic character
(c) Non-metallic character
(iv) Define basicity of an acid. Give the basicity of : [3]

(a) nitric acid
(b) acetic acid
(c) phosphoric acid.
QUESTION 4.
(i) (a) Name an oxide which forms salts when it reacts both with acids and alkalies. [2]
(b) Calcium, Copper, Lead, Aluminium, Zinc, Chromium, Magnesium, Iron. Choose the
major metals that make the following alloys :
(1) Stainless steel
(2) Brass.
(ii) A compound made-up of two elements X and Y has an empirical formula X2 Y . If the
atomic weight of X is 10 and that of Y is 5 and the compound has a vapour density 25, find
its molecular formula. [2]
(iii) Give balanced chemical equations for each of the following : [3]
(a) Lab preparation of ammonia using an ammonium salt.
(b) Reaction of ammonia with excess chlorine.
(c) Reaction of ammonia with sulphuric acid.

(iv) The following questions are pertaining to the laboratory preparation of hydrogen chloride
gas. [3]
(a) Write the equation for its preparation mentioning the conditions required.
(b) Name the drying agent used and justify your choice.
(c) State a safety precaution you would take during the preparation of hydrochloric acid.
QUESTION 5.
(i) Why ammonium hydroxide is used in qualitative analysis ? Give two equations to justify
your answer. [2]
(ii) Three solutions P, Q and R have pH value of 3.5, 5.2 and 12.2 respectively. [2]
Which one of these is a :
(a) Weak acid ?
(b) Strong alkali ?
(iii) Choose the substances given in the box below to answer the following questions. [3]
Acid salts Neutralisation Calcium

reaction oxide
Decomposition Basic salts Aluminium
reaction oxide
(a) Name the metal oxide which can react with an acid as well as base.
(b) Which reaction involves the formation of salts?
(c) Which type of salts is NaHSO3?
(iv) Write balanced equation for the preparation of the following : [3]
(a) Ethane from sodium propionate.
(b) Ethene from ethanol.
(c) Ethyne from calcium carbide.
QUESTION 6.
(i) What is the number of moles in [2]

(a) 22.4 litres of Ammonia gas at S.T.P.?
(b) 44.8 litres of Carbon dioxide at S.T.P.?
(ii) (a) Name a substance which changes the blue colour of copper sulphate crystals to white.
[2]
(b) Anhydrous hydrogen chloride is not an acid but its aqueous solution is a strong acid.
Explain.
(iii) An aqueous solution of nickel (II) sulphate was electrolysed using nickel electrodes. Observe
the diagram and answer the questions that follow : [3]
(a) What do you observe at the cathode and anode respectively ?

(b) Name the cation that remains as a spectator ion in the solution.
(c) Which reaction is happened at the anode ?
(iv) (a) Conducting nature of ionic compounds is due to ______. [3]

(b) NaCl is a poor conductor of electricity in the ______.
(c) A solution of ______ cannot be kept in zinc vessel.
QUESTION 7.
(i) Give IUPAC names of the following: [3]

(a) CH 3 - CH / CH 2
(b) CH 3 - CH 2 - CHO
(c)
(ii) Give the equations for the following conversions A to E . [3]
(iii) How will you prepare the following from nitric acid ? [4]
(a) Sodium nitrate
(b) Copper nitrate
(c) Lead nitrate
(d) Magnesium nitrate
QUESTION 8.
(i) What would you observe in the following case ? [2]

Ammonium hydroxide is first added in a small quantity and then in excess to a solution of
copper sulphate.
(ii) An element X is a metal with valency 3. Element Y is a non-metal with valency 3 [2]
(a) Write equations to show how X and Y form ions.
(b) If Y is a diatomic gas, write the equation for the direct combination of X and Y to
form a compound.
(iii) Three test tubes contain calcium nitrate solution, zinc nitrate solution and lead nitrate
solution respectively. Each solution is divided into two portions (a) and (b). Describe the
effect of: [3]
(a) Adding sodium hydroxide to each portion in turn till it is in excess.
(b) Adding ammonium hydroxide to each portion in turn till it is in excess.
(iv) Explain the following: [3]

(a) Direct absorption of HCl gas in water is not preferred.
(b) All glass apparatus is used in the laboratory preparation of HNO3.
(c) NaCl has a high melting point.
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Sample Paper 6
Chemistry
Science Paper - 2
SECTION - A
QUESTION 1.
(i) The oxidation reaction among the following is

(a) Fe 3+ + 3e- $ Fe (b) Fe2+ - e- $ Fe 3+
(c) Cl2 + 2e- $ 2Cl- (d) Cu2+ + 2e- $ Cu
(ii) To increase the pH value of neutral solution, we should add

(a) an alkali (b) an acid salt
(c) an acid (d) a salt
(iii) The non-metallic properties of elements from left to right in a periodic table
(a) increases (b) decreases
(c) remains same (d) first increases and then decreases
(iv) The reaction, which involves the formation of salts is

(a) neutralisation reaction (b) redox reaction
(c) decomposition reaction (d) combination reaction
(b) They are highly reactive chemically.
(c) They are diatomic in their molecular form.
(d) They are metallic in nature
(vi) Which of the following combination is true for carrying out electroplating of an object ?
(a) Direct and large current.
(b) Alternating and small current.
(c) Alternating and large current.
(d) Direct and small current.
(vii) For pure water hydroxyl ion concentration is equal to .......... concentration.
(a) Hydrogen ions (H+)
(b) Hydroxide ions (OH) -
(c) Nitrate ions (NO -3 )
(d) Bicarbonate ions (HCO3)
(viii) Arrange the following as in the brackets : Cl, F, Br, electron affinity)
(a) Br < I < F < Cl
(b) Br < Cl < I < F
(c) I < Br < Cl < F
(d) F < Cl < Br < I
(ix) Brown gas formed by oxidation of NO.

(a) Nitrogen dioxide NO2
(b) Nitrate ion NO3
(c) Nitrogen N2
(d) none of the above
(x) In a group, the atomic size

(a) Increases from top to bottom
(b) Decreases from top to bottom
(c) Remains same
(d) First decreases then increases
(xi) Which acid does not evolve H2 gas with metals?

(a) H2SO4
(b) HNO3
(c) HCl
(d) All of these
(xii) Polythene, PVC, bakellite are .......... .

(a) molecular compounds
(b) inorganic compounds
(c) ionic compounds
(d) organic compounds
(xiii) If the empirical formula of a compound is CH and its vapour density is 13, then its molecular
formula will be (At. wt. C = 12 , H = 1)
(a) CH (b) C2H2
(c) C4H4 (d) C3H3
(xiv) Name the gas produced when ammonium sulphate is heated with sodium hydroxide solution.
(a) Hydrogen chloride gas (b) Chlorine
(c) Sulphuric acid (d) Ammonia
(xv) The modern Periodic Table has ............... periods.

(a) 18 (b) 8
(c) 7 (d) 9
QUESTION 2.
(i) What do you observe when: [5]

(a) Ammonia comes in contact with concentrated Hydrochloric acid.
(b) Ammonia is passed over heated Copper oxide.
(c) Ammonium dichromate is heated.
(d) Excess of chlorine gas is reacted with ammonia gas.
(ii) Match the properties and uses of alloys in List 1 with the appropriate answer from List 2.
[5]
List 1 List 2
1. The alloy contains Cu and Zn, is hard, silvery A. Duralumin
and is used in decorative articles.
2. It is stronger than Aluminium, light and is B. Brass

used in making light tools.
3. It is lustrous, hard, corrosion resistant and C. Bronze
used in surgical instruments.
4. Tin lowers the melting point of the alloy and D. Stainless steel
is used for soldering purpose.
5. The alloy is hard, brittle, takes up polish and E. Solder
is used for making statues.
(a) The element at the bottom of a group would be expected to show ______ metallic
character than the element at the top (less, more).
(b) The indicator which does not change colour on passage of HCl gas is______(methyl
orange, moist blue litmus, phenolphthalein)
(c) In a thermite mixture, aluminium______(oxidises/reduces) iron (III) oxide.
(d) Sulphuric acid is a ______ acid. (volatile/non-volatile)
(e) Aqua regia is a mixture of ______ (1/2) part(s) of concentrated nitric acid and
______ (2/3) parts of conc. hydrochloric acid.

(a) The gas produced on reaction of dilute sulphuric acid with a metallic sulphide.
(b) Process of separation of ions present in an ionic compound.
(c) Process by which impurities from metals are removed electrolytically.
(d) The process by which a particle gains or loses electrons.
(e) Solvent for noble metal.
(v) (a) Give balanced equations for the laboratory preparations of the following organic
compounds: [5]
(1) A saturated hydrocarbon from iodomethane.
(2) An unsaturated hydrocarbon from an alcohol.
(3) An unsaturated hydrocarbon from calcium carbide.
(b) Give the structural formulae for the following:
(1) An isomer of n-butane.
(2) 2-propanol.
SECTION - B
QUESTION 3.
(i) Arrange n -pentane, isopentane and neopentane in the decreasing order of boiling points and
justify. [2]
(ii) Give balanced chemical equations for the action of sulphuric acid on each of the following:
(a) Potassium hydrogen carbonate. [2]
(b) Sulphur.
(iii) Explain : [3]

(a) Group VII elements are strong non-metals while group I elements are strong metals.
(b) Metallic character of elements decreases from left to right in a period.
(iv) (a) What is the pH of pure water ? [3]

(b) What is the purpose of pH scale ?
(c) A is a soluble acidic oxide, B is a soluble base. On comparing to pH of water what will
be the pH of (i) solution A, (ii) a solution of B ?
QUESTION 4.
(i) “Aluminium cannot be extracted by the reduction of its ores by carbon”. Explain briefly.
[2]
(ii) Calculate the percentage of nitrogen and oxygen in ammonium nitrate. [2]
[Relative molecular mass of ammonium nitrate is 80, H=1, N=14, O = 16].
(iii) The questions below are related to the manufacture of ammonia : [3]
(a) Name the process.
(b) In what ratio must the reactants be taken ?
(c) Name the catalyst used.
(iv) (a) What is the property of concentrated sulphuric acid which allows it to be used in the
preparation of hydrogen chloride and nitric acid ? [3]
(b) What property of hydrogen chloride is demonstrated when it is collected by downward
delivery ?
(c) Why is hydrogen chloride not collected over water ?
QUESTION 5.
(i) Write the equation for the action of heat on [2]

(a) ammonium chloride and
(b) ammonium nitrate.
State whether each reaction is an example of thermal decomposition or thermal dissociation.
(ii) (a) What is an alkali? [2]

(b) Explain the meaning of the term acid salt.
(iii) (a) State whether the following statements are True or False. Justify your answer. [3]
(1) Positive ions have less protons than electrons.
(2) Fluorine is the strongest oxidizing agent.
(b) Calculate number of ions in 0.5 moles of F–.
(iv) Write IUPAC names for following [3]

O
z
(a) CH 3 - C - CH 2 - CH 2
y
CH 3
(b) CH 3 - CH 2 - CH 2 CH - COOH
y
CH 3
Br
y
(c) CH 3 -C - CH 2 - CH 3
y
CHO
QUESTION 6.
(i) What is the mass (in grams) of [2]

(a) 5.6 litres of Propane at S.T.P.?
(b) 560 ml of Methane at S.T.P.?
(ii) (a) What is observed when, neutral litmus solution is added to sodium hydrogen carbonate
solution ? [2]
(b) What do you see when barium chloride solution is added to dilute sulphuric acid?
(iii) Copper sulphate solution is electrolysed using copper electrodes. Study the diagram given
below and answer the questions that follow : [3]

(a) Which electrode to your left or right is known as the oxidising electrode and why?
(b) Write the equation representing the reaction that occurs.
(c) State two appropriate observations for the above electrolysis reaction.
(iv) (a) Substances which conduct electricity in the solid state are generally_______. [3]
(b) A solution of HCl gas in water conducts electricity because of_______, but a solution
of HCl gas in toluene does not conduct an electric current because_______.
(c) Negative electrode is called the______.
QUESTION 7.

(a) Acetylene is passed through red hot Copper tube.
(b) Ethyne is passed through Fehling’s solution.
(c) Ethene is passed through alkaline Potassium permanganate solution.
(ii) Write balanced chemical equations for the following : [3]

(a) Chlorine reacts with excess of ammonia.
(b) Ferric hydroxide reacts with nitric acid.
(c) Zinc oxide dissolves in sodium hydroxide.
(iii) Give two chemical equations for each one of the following : [4]
(a) Reactions of nitric acid with non-metals.
(b) Nitric acid showing as acidic character.
(c) Reactions between nitric acid and inorganic compounds.
(d) Nitric acid acting as oxidising agent.
QUESTION 8.
(i) State two relevant observations for each of the following: [2]
and then in excess.
and then in excess.
(ii) An element X is a metal with valency 1. Element Y is a non-metal with valency 1. [2]
(a) Write equations to show how X and Y form ions.
(b) If Y is a diatomic gas, write the equation for the direct combination of X and Y to
form a compound.
(iii) How does ammonium hydroxide help in distinguishing between [3]

(a) Iron(II) chloride and iron(III) chloride,
(b) Zinc nitrate and lead nitrate,
(c) Lead hydroxide and zinc hydroxide?
(iv) Give balanced equations for the following. [3]

(a) Preparation of ethane from iodomethane.
(b) Preparation of ethyne from calcium carbide.
(c) Preparation of ethene from ethanol.
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Sample Paper 7
Chemistry
Science Paper - 2
SECTION - A
QUESTION 1.
(i) Which apparatus could electroplate and iron nail with copper?
= Copper sheet = Iron nail
(a) (b)
(c) (d)
(ii) The salt in which the solution gives a pale green precipitate with sodium hydroxide solution
and a white precipitate with barium chloride solution is
(a) iron (III) sulphate (b) iron (II) sulphate
(c) iron (II) chloride (d) iron (III) chloride
(iii) If an element A belongs to period 3 and Group II then it will have :

(a) 3 shells and 2 valence electrons
(b) 2 shells and 3 valence electrons
(c) 3 shells and 3 valence electrons
(d) 2 shells and 2 valence electrons
(iv) A sample of soil is mixed with water and allowed to settle. The clean supernatant solution
turns the pH paper yellowish-orange. Which of the following would change the colour of this
pH paper to greenish-blue?
(a) Lemon juice (b) Antacid
(c) Common salt (d) Vinegar
(v) Which one of the following elements exhibit maximum number of valency electrons?
(a) P (b) Al
(c) Si (d) Na
(vi) Which of the following relation for E.F is correct :

(a) E.F = M.M # n
2 (b) E.F # M.M = n
(c) M.M # n = E.F (d) E.F = M. M
n
(vii) Which of the following hydroxides is not an alkali?

(a) Copper hydroxide (b) calcium hydroxide
(c) ammonium hydroxide (d) sodium hydroxide
(viii) The most distinctive property of the noble gases is that they are:
(a) Metallic (b) Unreactive
(c) Radioactive (d) Metalloid
(ix) The brown ring test is used for detection of :

(a) NO-3 (b) CO 2-
3
(c) SO 2-
3 (d) Cl-
(x) Number of shells across the period:

(a) Remains same (b) Decreases
(c) Increases (d) All of above
(xi) Black insoluble compound which on reacting with nitric acid turns into blue solution.
(a) Zinc Oxide [NH4NO3] (b) Ferric Oxide Fe2O3
(c) Titanium Oxide TiO2 (d) Copper Oxide CuO
(xii) The alkanes in which carbon atoms are not a continous chain are called .......... .
(a) structured (b) branched
(c) unsymmetric (d) symmetric
(xiii) The salt solution which does not react with ammonium hydroxide is :
(a) Calcium Nitrate (b) Zinc Nitrate
(c) Lead Nitrate (d) Copper Nitrate
(xiv) Liquid ammonia is used for refrigeration because it

(a) has a high dipole moment (b) is basic
(c) has a high heat of vaporisation (d) is a stable compound
(xv) On moving from left to right in a period in the periodic table, the size of the atom.
(c) does not change appreciably (d) first decreases and then increases
QUESTION 2.
(i) (a) Name the method used for obtaining ammonia on a large-scale. [5]
(b) What is the actual ratio of the reactants?
(c) Are the reactants necessarily taken in the same ratio ? Explain.
(d) The temperature used is 450°C. Explain why
(1) A lower temperature is not used.
(2) A higher temperature is not used.
(ii) Match the following column-A with column-B [5]
Column-A Column-B
(1) Promoter used in Haber’s process (a) 800° C
(2) Catalyst used in oxidation of ammonia (b) K2HgI4
(3) Drying agent for ammonia (c) Molybdenum

(4) A solution which gives brown colouration (d) Refrigent
with ammonium salts
(5) Temperature in Haber’s process (e) Platinum
(a) The similarities in the properties of group of elements are because they have the
same_____(electronic configuration, number of outer electrons, atomic numbers).
(b) The acid which cannot act as an oxidizing agent is______. (conc. H2SO4, conc.
HNO3, conc. HCl).
(c) Steel is an alloy of _____ (pure iron, pure zinc) and Carbon.
(d) Pure anhydrous acid is a _____ conductor of electricity. (good/bad)
(e) Aqueous solution of hydrogen chloride is ______ (basic/acidic).

(a) Electrolytic deposition of a superior metal on a baser metal.
(b) Agents which conduct electricity in a conductor.
(c) Process of extraction of metals from its ores by electrolysis.
(d) The process by which an electrovalent compound breaks up into mobile ions.
(e) The gas obtained when rock salt reacts with conc. Sulphuric acid.
(v) The molecules of alkene family are represented by a general formula CnH2n. Now answer the
following : [5]
(a) What do n and 2n signify ?
(b) What is the name of alkene when n = 4 ?
(c) What is the molecular formula of alkene when n = 6 ?
(d) What is the molecular formula of the alkene if there are six H-atoms in it ?
(e) What is the molecular formula and structural formula of the first member of the alkene
family ?
SECTION - B
QUESTION 3.
(i) List three characteristics of isomers. [2]
(ii) Which property of sulphuric acid is shown by the reaction of concentrated sulphuric acid
with : [2]
(a) Ethanol ?
(b) Carbon ?
(iii) What are the following groups known as ? Give two examples of each. [3]
(a) Group IA elements
(b) Group VII A elements
(c) Group zero elements.
(iv) (a) Outline the steps required to convert hydrogen chloride to anhydrous iron (III) chloride.
Write the equation(s) for the reaction(s) which take place. [3]
(b) (1) What are the two steps to change lead carbonate to lead chloride?
(2) Give the name of a soluble salt of lead and write the equation for the action of heat
on this salt.
QUESTION 4.
(i) (a) Give the chemical name and formula of cryolite. [2]
(b) Complete and balance the following equation:
Al + NaOH + ______ $
(ii) Calculate the percentage of : [2]

(1) Fluorine
(2) Sodium and
in sodium aluminium fluoride [Na3AlF6], to the nearest whole number.
[Atomic Mass : Na = 23, Al = 27, F = 19]
(iii) List the properties of ammonia that make it : [3]

(1) A good refrigerant
(2) A cleaning agent
(3) As a source of hydrogen.
(iv) State your observation when: [3]

(1) Dilute Hydrochloric acid is added to Lead nitrate solution and the mixture is heated.
(2) Dilute Hydrochloric acid is added to Copper carbonate.
(3) Dilute Hydrochloric acid is added to Sodium thiosulphate.
QUESTION 5.
(i) (a) Though Ammonium nitrite readily gives Nitrogen on heating, a mixture of Ammonium
chloride and Sodium nitrite in water is heated to prepare Nitrogen in the laboratory.
(b) Ammonia cannot be collected over water. [2]
(ii) (a) What do you understand by dibasic acid? Give an example. [2]
(b) How many types of salts does dibasic acid produce when it reacts with caustic soda
solution ? Give equations.
(iii) (a) State whether the following statements are True of False. Justify your answer. [3]
(1) According to Mendeleev, periodic properties of elements are periodic function of
their atomic number.
(2) Atomic number is equal to the number of protons.
(b) Calculate volume of O2 at S.T.P. required for the complete combustion of 10 litres of
carbon monoxide at the same temperature and pressure.
(iv) Write the equation for the following reactions. [3]

(a) Calcium carbide and water
(b) Ethene and water (steam)
(c) Bromoethane and an aqueous solution of sodium hydroxide.
QUESTION 6.
(i) What is the volume (in litres) at S.T.P. of [2]

(a) 16 g of Methane gas?
(b) 0.14 g of Carbon monoxide gas?
(ii) (a) Name the ions furnished by an acid. [2]

(b) Name two crystalline substances which don’t contain water of crystallisation.
(iii) (a) Study the diagram given below and answer the questions that follow : [3]
(1) Give the names of the electrodes A and B.
(2) Which electrode is the oxidising electrode?
(b) A strip of copper is placed in four different colourless salt solutions. They are KNO3,
AgNO3, Zn(NO3)2, Ca(NO3)2. Which one of the solutions will finally turn blue ?
(c) Write the equations of the reactions which take place at the cathode and anode when
acidified water is electrolysed.

(iv) (a) Positive electrode is called the_______. [3]

(b) The electron releasing tendency of zinc is______than that of copper.
(c) The conductivity of an electrolyte_____with rise in temperature.
QUESTION 7.

(a) Addition of Hydrogen to Ethyne.
(b) Burning of Methane in sufficient supply of air.
(c) Burning of Ethane in sufficient supply of air.
(ii) Give balanced equations for the following reactions: [3]

(a) Dilute nitric acid and copper carbonate.
(b) Silver nitrate solution and sodium chloride solution.
(c) Zinc sulphide and dilute sulphuric acid.
(iii) What happens when (give balanced equation): [4]

(a) Sulphur is added to hot and conc. HNO3 ?
(b) Nitric acid is added to KI (aq) ?
(c) Sodium hydrogen carbonate is added to nitric acid ?
(d) Nitric acid is dissolved in large amount of water ?
QUESTION 8.
(i) State one relevant observation for .the following : [2]

Lead nitrate solution is treated with sodium hydroxide solution drop wise till it is in excess.
(ii) How many covalent and coordinate bonds are present in : [2]
(a) Hydronium ion
(b) Ammonium ion.
(iii) You are given the three white powders, calcium carbonate, lead carbonate and zinc carbonate.
Describe the tests you would carry out in solution to identify the metal in each of the above
compounds. Indicate clearly how you would prepare the solutions for the tests. [3]
(iv) Arrange the following as per the instruction given in the brackets. [3]
(a) C, Pb, Sn, Ge, Si (increasing order of non-metallic character).
(b) Na, Al, Cl (increasing order of ionisation potential).
(c) Zn2+, Na+, Cu2+ (order of preference of discharge at the cathode).
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Sample Paper 8
Chemistry
Science Paper - 2
SECTION - A
QUESTION 1.
(i) When fused lead bromide is electrolysed we observe:

(a) a silver grey deposit at anode and a reddish brown deposit at cathode.
(b) a silver grey deposit at cathode and a reddish brown deposit at anode.
(c) a silver grey deposit at cathode and reddish brown fumes at anode.
(d) silver grey fumes at anode and reddish brown fumes at cathode.
(ii) Dilute sulphuric acid will produce a white precipitate when added to a solution of
(a) copper nitrate (b) zinc nitrate
(c) lead nitrate (d) sodium nitrate
(iii) Among the elements of period Second the element which has high electron affinity is :
(a) Lithium (b) Carbon
(c) Chlorine (d) Fluorine
(iv) Absorption of moisture when exposed to atmosphere.

(a) Hydrophobic (b) Hydroscopic substances
(c) Hydrolytic substances (d) None of these
(c) They are diatomic in their molecular form.
(d) They are metallic in nature
(vi) The empirical formula mass for acetylene is :

(a) 26 g (b) 13 g
(c) 28 g (d) 14 g
(vii) An alkali which on dissociation produces a high concentration of hydroxyl ions

(a) Calcium Hydroxide [Ca(OH)2] (b) Potassium Hydroxide (KOH)
(c) Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) (d) Caesium Hydroxide (CsOH)
(viii) The elements in which electrons are progressively filled in 4f orbital are called:
(a) actinoids (b) transition elements
(c) halogens (d) lanthanoids
(ix) The formula of chile salt petre is

(a) KNO3 (b) NaNO3
(c) HNO3 (d) None of these
(x) Match the columns:
Column A Column B
1. Proton A. An alkaline earth metal
2. Sodium B. Halogen
3. Barium C. Noble gas
4. Chlorine D. An alkali metal
5. Electron E. Responsible for nuclear charge
6. Completed shell F. Occupied sub-shell
(a) 1-E, 2-D, 3-A, 4-B, 5-F, 6-C
(b) 1-D, 2-E, 3-C, 4-A, 5-B, 6-F
(c) 1-A, 2-C, 3-F, 4-B, 5-E, 6-D
(d) 1-E, 2-D, 3-A, 4-B, 5-C, 6-F
(xi) Hard crust formed when chile salt petre and sulphuric acid reacts together.
(a) Na2SO4 (b) Na2CO3
(c) NaSiO3 (d) NaCl
(xii) Amines owes its properties due to the functional group .......... .
(a) NO2 (b) NH2
(c) HNO3 (d) N2
(xiii) The salt which in solution gives a pale green precipitate with sodium hydroxide solution and
a white precipitate with barium chloride solution is
(a) Iron (III) sulphate (b) Iron (II) sulphate
(c) Iron (II) chloride (d) Iron (III) chloride
(xiv) .......... is used for reviving a fainted person.

(a) Ammonium Carbonate (b) Ammonium Hydroxide
(c) Ammonium Sulphate (d) Ammonium Chloride
(xv) Down the group, electron affinity ?

(c) remains same (d) None of these
QUESTION 2.
(i) (a) Name a chloride which is soluble in excess of ammonium hydroxide. [5]
(b) Ammonia cannot be collected over water. Give reasons.
(c) Pick the odd member from the list giving reasons : Ammonia, sulphur dioxide, hydrogen
chloride, carbon dioxide.
(d) Write balanced equation of the reaction in the preparation of ammonia from ammonium
chloride. Give two large-scale uses of ammonia.
(ii) Match the options A to E with the statements (i) to (v): [5]
A alkynes (i) No. of molecules in 22.4 dm3 of carbon dioxide at S.T.P

B alkane (ii) An element with electronic configuration 2,8,8,3
C iron (iii) C n H 2n + 2
D 6.023 # 1023 (iv) C n H 2n - 2
E metal (v) The metal that forms two types of ions
(a) The energy required to remove an electron from a neutral isolated gaseous atom and
convert it into a positively charged gaseous ion is called_____(electron affinity,
ionisation potential, electronegativity)
(b) The polar covalent compound in gaseous state that does not conduct electricity
is______. (carbon tetra chloride, ammonia, methane)
(c) Brass is an alloy of _____ (iron/copper) and Zinc.
(d) When hot concentrated sulphuric acid is added to sulphur, it gets oxidised to _______
(H2S/SO2)
(e) Density of Hydrogen chloride gas is _____ (greater/smaller) than that of air.

(a) Electrode used as cathode in electro-refining of impure copper.
(b) Gas accumulated in cathodic limb when water is electrolysed.
(c) Impurities which remain behind at the bottom of the cell.
(d) An acid used in the electrolysis of water.
(e) Drying agent for Hydrogen chloride gas.
(v) State the general formula of the homologous series to which each of the following belong : [5]
(a) Methane (b) Butane (c) Butyne
(d) Ethyne (e) Propyne
SECTION - B
QUESTION 3.
(i) What are the final products when acetylene (ethyne) adds to [2]
(1) Iodine
(2) Chlorine ?
(ii) Distinguish between the following pair of compounds using test given within bracket : [2]
Sodium nitrate and sodium sulphite (using dilute sulphuric acid)
(iii) Lithium, sodium and potassium were put in one group on the basis of their similar properties,
(a) What are those similar properties ? [3]
(b) What is the common name of this group?
(iv) Name the following : [3]

(a) Two bases which are not alkalis.
(b) A normal salt and an acid salt of the same acid.
(c) A salt insoluble in cold water but soluble in hot water.
QUESTION 4.
(i) Give the chemical formula of : [2]

(a) Bauxite
(b) Cryolite
(ii) A gas of mass 32 g has a volume of 20 litres at S.T.P. Calculate the gram molecular weight
of the gas. [2]
(iii) (a) Name the ion other than ammonium ion formed when ammonia dissolves in water. [3]
(b) Write the equations for the following reactions which result in the formation of ammonia.
(1) A mixture of ammonium chloride and slaked lime is heated.
(2) Aluminium nitride and water.
(iv) (a) Write balanced equation for the reaction of zinc and dilute hydrochloric acid. [3]
(b) State what is observed when hydrochloric acid is added to silver nitrate solution.
(c) Name the compound which can be oxidised to chlorine.
QUESTION 5.
(i) Explain why Ammonia gas is evolved when Water is added to the product formed when
Magnesium is burnt in the air. [2]
(ii) What do you understand by an alkali ? Give two examples of (a) Strong alkalies (b) Weak
alkalies. [2]
(iii) X[2, 8, 1] and Y[2, 8, 8, 2] are two elements. Using this information complete the
following. [3]
(a) Element loses one electron from its outermost shell and acquires stable noble gas
electronic configuration.
(b) Element _____ is an alkaline earth metal.
(c) Element _____ loses two electrons and attains +2 charge to acquires stable noble gas
electronic configuration.
(iv) Give three uses each of ethylene and acetylene. [3]
QUESTION 6.
(i) What is the volume (in litres) at S.T.P. occupied by [2]

(a) 6.023 # 1023 molecules of Sulphur dioxide?
(b) 12.046 # 1023 molecules of Sulphur trioxide?
(ii) (a) Write the ionisation of sulphuric acid showing the formation of hydronium ion. [2]
(b) Give two examples of hygroscopic substances.
(iii) (a) What should be the physical state of Lead bromide if it is electrolysed? [3]
(b) What particles are present in pure Lead bromide?
(c) Write the equations for the reactions which take place at the electrodes during the
electrolysis of Lead bromide.
(iv) (a) Zinc is______in the activity series than copper. [3]
(b) Cations are______ions.
(c) Anions are______ions.
QUESTION 7.

(a) Ethyl alcohol is dehydrated.
(b) Ethyl chloride reacts with aqueous Potassium hydroxide.
(c) Ethanol is oxidised with acidified Potassium dichromate.
(ii) Solution A is a sodium hydroxide solution. Solution B is a weak acid. Solution C is dilute
sulphuric acid. Which solution will : [3]
(a) Liberate sulphur dioxide from sodium sulphite.
(b) Give a white precipitate with zinc sulphate solution.
(c) Contain solute molecules and ions?
(iii) What happens when (give balanced equation): [4]

(a) Nitric acid is added to washing soda and the resulting gas is passed through a freshly
prepared lime water ?
(b) Limestone reacts with nitric acid ?
(c) Nitric acid (conc.) is heated with copper?
(d) Cupric oxide reacts with nitric acid ?
QUESTION 8.
(i) State your observations when ammonium hydroxide solution is added drop by drop and
then in excess to each of the following solutions : [2]
(a) copper sulphate solution
(b) zinc sulphate solution
(ii) What is the essential difference in the nature of compounds when two combining atoms [2]
(a) differ much in their electro-negativities ?
(b) don’t differ much in their electro-negativities?
(iii) Using sodium hydroxide solution, how would you distinguish between: [3]
(a) Zinc nitrate solution and calcium nitrate solution.
(b) Iron(II) chloride and Iron(III) chloride.
(c) Lead hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide?
(iv) Following questions are pertaining to laboratory preparation. [3]

(a) Name the acid used for the preparation of hydrogen chloride gas in the laboratory. Why
is this particular acid preferred over other acids?
(b) Reaction of hydrogen chloride gas when it comes in contact with ammonia.
(c) Write the balanced chemical equation to show the lab preparation of hydrochloric acid.
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Sample Paper 9
Chemistry
Science Paper - 2
SECTION - A
QUESTION 1.
(i) The electrolyte used for electroplating an article with silver is:
(a) silver nitrate solution. (b) silver cyanide solution.
(c) sodium argentocyanide solution. (d) nickel sulphate solution.
(ii) An electrolyte which completely dissociates into ions is :

(a) Alcohol (b) Carbonic acid
(c) Sucrose (d) Sodium hydroxide
(iii) The most electronegative element from the following elements is :

(a) Magnesium (b) Chlorine
(c) Aluminium (d) Sulphur
(iv) A reaction in which proton combines with hydroxyl ions to form water.
(a) Precipitation reaction (b) acidification reaction
(c) neutralisation reaction (d) amphoteric reaction
(v) The element having largest atomic size in periods.

(a) Inert Gases (b) Metals Halogen
(c) Alkaline Earth Metals (d) Alkali
(vi) The empirical formula for butane is :

(a) CH2 (b) C2H4
(c) C4H8 (d) C2H
(vii) A compound used as an antacid

(a) Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) (b) Magnesium hydroxide(Mg[OH]2)
(c) Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) (d) Potassium Hydroxide (KOH)
(viii) Magnesium atom is smaller than sodium atom. Why ?

(a) Because the electron shells are pulled inward more strongly in Na atom than in Mg
atom.
(b) Because the electron shells are pulled inward more strongly in Mg atom than in Na
atom.
(c) Because the electrons in magnesium are contained in three shells.
(d) None of the above
(ix) Lightning bolts in the atmosphere causes the formation of

(a) NO (b) NH3
(c) NH4OH (d) NH2OH
(x) Identify the element belonging to third period and 17th group of the periodic table.
(a) Silicon (b) Bromine
(c) Sulphur (d) Chlorine
(xi) Nitric acid turns a paper soaked in potassium iodide solution brown due to liberation of :
(a) Hydrogen iodide (b) Nitrogen dioxide
(c) Copper (d) Iodine
(xii) Vinegar is the commercial name of .......... .

(a) ethanoic acid (b) phenol
(c) benzene (d) benzoic acid
(xiii) Hydroxide of this metal is soluble in sodium hydroxide solution.

(a) Magnesium (b) Lead
(c) Silver (d) Copper
(xiv) Saturated solution of ammonia in water.

(a) Liquid ammonia (b) Liquor ammonia fortis
(c) Liquid quicklime (d) Nersler’s reagent
(xv) Modern periodic table was given by .......... .

(a) John Newlands (b) Antoine Lavoisier
(c) Mendeleev (d) Moseley
QUESTION 2.
(i) (a) When ammonium hydroxide is added to solution B, a pale blue precipitate is formed.
This pale blue precipitate dissolves in excess ammonium hydroxide giving an inky blue
solution. What is the cation (positive ion) present in solution B ? What is the probable
colour of solution B ? [5]
(b) When an ammonium salt is warmed with sodium hydroxide solution, ammonia gas is
evolved. State three ways in which you could identify this gas ?
(c) Complete the following equations. What property of ammonia is illustrated by the
reaction in (iii)b ?
(1) Mg3N2 + 6H2O "
(2) 2NH3 + 3CuO "
(3) 8NH3 + 3Cl2 "
(4) 4NH3 + 5O2 "
(d) What important process starts with the reaction in (iii-d) above ? Name the catalyst
used ?
(e) During the laboratory preparation, how is ammonia dried and collected.
(ii) Match the following column-A with column-B [5]
Column-A Column-B
(i) Aluminium carbide and water (a) Ethyne
(ii) Calcium carbide and water (b) Ethanol
(iii) Ethene and water (c) Ethanal
(iv) Ethyne and water (d) Ethene
(v) Ethyl bromide and alcoholic KOH (e) Methane

(a) Metals are good _____ (oxidising agents/reducing agents) because they are electron
_____ (acceptors/ donors).
(b) In covalent compounds, the bond formed is due to the _____ (sharing/transfer) of
electrons.
(c) Bronze is an alloy of _____ and Copper.
(d) Conversion of ethene to ethane is an example of______(hydration/hydrogenation).
(e) Hydrogen chloride gas is not dried using______ (conc. H2 SO 4 , CaO)

(a) Compounds which conduct electricity in molten state.
(b) Acid added during electrolysis of water.
(c) The type of electricity used during electrolysis.
(d) Electrolyte used in silver plating.
(e) The experiment which demonstrates extreme solubility of Hydrogen chloride gas.
(v) Give one example each of : [5]

1. Cracking
2. Hydrogenation
3. Dehydration
4. Substitution reaction
5. Addition reaction.
SECTION - B
QUESTION 3.
(i) Name a substance used for [2]

(a) illuminating country houses
(b) making a household plastic material
(ii) Identify the acid which matches the following description (a) to (b) : [2]
(a) The acid which produces sugar charcoal from sugar.
(b) The acid on mixing with lead nitrate solution produces a white precipitate which is
insoluble even on heating.
(iii) The atomic numbers of three elements A, B and C are given below : [3]
Element Atomic number

A 5
B 7
C 10
(a) Which element belongs to group zero?

(b) Which element belongs to group VA ?
(c) Which element belongs to group MA ?
(iv) A metal, whose alloy finds use in the construction of aircraft, in the powdered form was
added to sodium hydroxide solution. A colourless gas was evolved and after the reaction was
over, the solution was colourless. [3]
(a) Name the powdered metal added to sodium hydroxide solution.
(b) Name the gas evolved.
(c) Name the salt present in colourless solution.
QUESTION 4.
(i) Answer the following questions based on the extraction of aluminium from alumina by Hall-
Heroult’s Process: [2]
(a) What is the function of cryolite used along with alumina as the electrolyte ?
(b) Why is powdered coke sprinkled on top of the electrolyte ?
(ii) How much calcium oxide is formed when 82 g of calcium nitrate is heated? Also find the
volume of nitrogen dioxide evolved: [2]
2Ca(NO3)2 $ 2CaO + 4NO2 + O2
(Ca = 40, N = 14, O =16)
(iii) (a) (1) Which feature of the Ammonia molecules leads to the formation of Ammonium ion
when Ammonia dissolves in Water ? [3]
(2) Name the other ion formed when Ammonia dissolves in Water.
(3) Give one test that can be used to detect the presence of the ion produced in (a) (2).
(b) Write the equations for the following reactions which result in the formation of Ammonia:
(1) A mixture of Ammonium chloride and Slaked lime is heated.
(2) Aluminium nitride and Water.
(iv) Laboratory preparation of hydrogen chloride gas : [3]

(a) Write the equation for its preparation mentioning the condition required.
(b) Name the drying agent used and justify your choice.
(c) State a safety precaution you would take during the preparation of hydrochloric acid.
QUESTION 5.
(i) Explain why dry or liquid ammonia is neutral to litmus. [2]
(ii) Write equations for each of the following reactions: [2]

(a) Chlorine is passed over heated iron.
(b) Copper sulphate solution is added to sodium hydroxide solution.
(iii) Give balanced chemical equations for the following. [3]

(a) Copper carbonate is treated with sulphuric acid.
(b) Sodium nitrate is heated at 200°C with sodium bisulphate.
(c) Zinc hydroxide is heated in presence of sodium hydroxide.
(iv) (a) Write the equation for the preparation of ethylene from ethyl alcohol. [3]
(b) Write the general formula for a saturated hydrocarbon and give one example of saturated
hydrocarbon with its structural formula.
(c) Name a compound which will give acetylene gas when treated with water.
QUESTION 6.
(i) How are molecular formula and empirical formula related to each other ? [2]
(ii) (a) Write a balanced chemical equation for the following reaction : [2]
Reduction of copper (II) oxide by hydrogen.
(b) What happens to the crystals of washing soda when exposed to air? Name the
phenomenon exhibited.
(iii) (a) Name the metals extracted by electrolysis. [3]

(b) Name the compounds from which these metals are extracted.
(c) What is the state of the compounds from which these metals are extracted?
(iv) (a) Electrolyte used for electroplating with nickel is______. [NiSO4/NiCl2/Ni(OH)2] [3]
(b) Electrolyte used for electroplating with silver is______. [AgCl2/Ag(NO3)2/

Na[Ag(CN)2]
(c) The compound which gives oxygen on heating is______. [HgO/Na2O/CaO]
QUESTION 7.
(i) Give IUPAC names of the following: [3]

(a) CH 3 CH 2 CH 2 OH
(b)
(c) CH 3 - C / CH
(ii) Name the following : [3]

(a) A basic solution which does not contain a metallic element.
(b) An alkali which on dissociation produces a high concentration of hydroxyl ions.
(c) A complex salt solution used for testing a basic gas lighter than air.
(iii) [4]
(a) What is the ratio of potassium nitrate and sulphuric acid ?

(b) Give the reaction which takes place in the above retort.
(c) Why product obtained is yellow in colour ?
(d) How can this yellow colour be removed? Why is temperature maintained below 200cC ?
QUESTION 8.
(i) How would you distinguish between Zn2+ and Pb2+ using ammonium hydroxide solution ?
[2]
(ii) What is lone pair effect ? In what kind of compound does this effect occur ? [2]
(iii) Choose the property of sulphuric acid (A, B, C, or D), which is relevant to each of the
following : [3]
A : Dil. acid (typical acid properties)
B : Non-volatile acid
C : Oxidising agent
D : Dehydrating agent.
(i) Preparation of hydrogen chloride
(ii) Preparation of ethene from ethanol
(iii) Preparation of copper sulphate from copper oxide.
(iv) State one relevant observation for each of the following reactions [3]
(a) At the anode, when aqueous copper sulphate solution is electrolysed using copper
electrodes.
(b) Ethyl alcohol vapours is passed through a tube containing alumina at 300°C.
(c) Ethene is bubbled through a solution of bromine in tetrachloromethane.
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Sample Paper 10
Chemistry
Science Paper - 2
SECTION - A
QUESTION 1.
(i) The particles present in strong electrolytes are:

(a) only molecules (b) mainly ions
(c) ions and molecules (d) only atoms.
(ii) When dilute sulphuric acid reacts with iron sulphide, the gas evolved is .......... .
(a) hydrogen sulphide (b) sulphur dioxide
(c) sulphur trioxide (d) vapour of sulphuric acid
(iii) With reference to the variation of properties in the periodic table, which of the following is
generally true ?
(a) Atomic size increases from left to right across a period.
(b) Ionisation potential increases from left to right across a period.
(c) Electron affinity increases going down a group.
(d) Electro-negativity increases going down a group.
(iv) The product of [H+] (aq.) and [OH-] (aq.) is called the .......... .
(a) Covalent compound (b) Molecular compound
(c) The Ionic product (d) Metallic compound
(v) Which of the following is a covalent chloride

(a) Phosphorus Chloride (b) Potassium Chloride
(c) Magnesium Chloride (d) Sodium Chloride
(vi) Atomic mass of an element expressed in grams is called :

(a) Gram molecular mass (b) Net atomic weight
(c) Molecular mass (d) Gram atomic mass
(vii) Hydrated copper sulphate on heating changes to :

(a) Blue and crystalline (b) White and amorphous.
(c) Blue and amorphous (d) White and crystalline
(viii)
Elements A B C
Mass numbers 23 20 35
Number of neutrons 12 0 18
To which groups do A, B and C belong?
(a) A belongs to IA group, B belongs to VIIA group, C belongs to zero group
(b) A belongs to VIIA group/ B belongs to IA group, C belongs to zero group
(c) A belongs to VIIA group/ B belongs to zero group/ C belongs to VIIA group
(d) A belongs to IA group, B belongs to zero group, C belongs to VIIA group
(ix) On photochemical decomposition of HNO3, the products formed are

(a) NO2 and O2 (b) NO and O
(c) N2O4 and NO2 (d) N2O5 and NO2
(x) Elements in a group, all have the same number of ...............

(a) electron shells (b) outermost valence electrons
(c) atomic number (d) none of the above
(xi) A fertiliser containing ammonium sulphate and calcium carbonate is sometimes used by
agricultural farmers. Why is the fertiliser useful?
(a) It provides nitrogen required for plant growth while reducing the acidity of the soil.
(b) It provides all the essential nutrients required for plant growth
(c) It provides both nitrogen and carbon dioxide required for plant growth
(d) It helps to reduce excess acidity of the soil.
(xii) Aliphatic carboxylic acids are known as ..........acids.

(a) fatty (b) aromatic
(c) aliphatic (d) carboxylic
(xiii) The salt which gives a dirty green precipitate with sodium hydroxide solution is
(a) iron (III) sulphate (b) iron (II) chloride
(c) iron (II) sulphate (d) iron (III) chloride
(xiv) .......... was the first organic compound to be synthesised in laboratory.

(a) Ammonia [NH3] (b) Urea (NH2CONH2)
(c) Methane (CH4) (d) Acetic Acid (CH3COOH)
(xv) .......... is liquid at room temperature.

(a) Iron (b) Francium
(c) Hydrogen (d) Caesium
QUESTION 2.
(i) Name : [5]

(a) An acidic gas which reacts with a basic gas liberating neutral gas.
(b) A metallic chloride soluble in ammonium hydroxide.
(c) The gas obtained when ammonia burns in an atmosphere of oxygen without any catalyst.
(d) A nitride of a divalent metal which reacts with warm water liberating ammonia.
(e) An amphoteric oxide reduced by the basic gas.
(ii) Match the following column A with column B. [5]
Column-I Column-II
(a) If an element has a low ionisation energy then it is likely to be _____ (metallic/non-
metallic).
(b) Electrovalent compounds have _____ (high/low) boiling point.
(c) Steel is converted to stainless steel by adding _____ and _____ . (Chromiunm
nickel)
(d) Conversion of ethanol to ethene by the action of concentrated sulphuric acid is an
example of_______. (dehydration/dehydrogenation/ dehydrohalogenation)
(e) Hydrogen chloride gas on heating above 500°C gives hydrogen and chlorine. The reaction
is an example of_______ (thermal decomposition, thermal dissociation).

(a) Process of formation of ions from the molecules.
(b) A thin film of a non-reactive metal over a superior metal.
(c) The electrode connected to the negative terminal of battery.
(d) Two compounds of Lead which combine with conc. HCl to liberate Chlorine.
(e) A polar covalent compound which on dissolving in water produces ions.
(v) What will you observe when [5]

(a) Ethene is passed through Bromine solution in Carbon tetrachloride?
(b) Ethyne is passed through Fehling’s solution?
(c) Ethyne is passed through Tollens’ reagent?
(d) Sodium is dropped in Methanol?
(e) Ethene is passed through alkaline Potassium permanganate solution?
SECTION - B
QUESTION 3.
(i) Distinguish between the saturated hydrocarbon ethane and the unsaturated hydrocarbon
ethene by drawing their structural formulae. [2]
(ii) Identify the gas evolved and give the chemical test in each of the following cases : [2]
(a) Dilute hydrochloric acid reacts with sodium sulphite.
(b) Dilute hydrochloric acid reacts with iron (II) sulphide.
(iii) Arrange the elements of group VII A according to the given conditions. [3]
(a) Increasing atomic size
(b) Increasing non-metallic character
(c) Increasing ionisation potential
(iv) (a) The pH value of pure water is 7. Compare the pH values of sulphur dioxide solution and
ammonia solution with that of pure water. [3]
(b) Name:
(1) Two bases which are not alkalies.
(2) A normal salt and acid salt of same acid.
(3) A salt insoluble in cold water but soluble in hot water.
QUESTION 4.
(i) For each of the substance listed below, describe the role played in the extraction of aluminum.
(a) Cryolite, (b) Sodium hydroxide [2]
(ii) Oxygen oxidises ethyne to carbon dioxide and water as shown by the equation: [2]
2C2H2 + 5O2 $ 4CO2 + 2H2O
What volume of ethyne gas at S.T.P. is required to produce 8.4 dm3 of carbon dioxide at
S.T.P.? [H = 1, C = 12, O = 16]
(iii) (a) of the two gases, Ammonia and Hydrogen chloride, which is more dense? Name the
method of collection of this gas. [3]
(b) Write a balanced equation for a reaction in which Ammonia is oxidized by:
(1) a metal oxide,
(2) a gas which is not Oxygen.
(iv) Manganese (IV) oxide, lead (IV) oxide and red lead (Pb3O4) react with concentrated
hydrochloric acid liberating chlorine. [3]
(a) What is the common property shown by these metals oxides ?
(b) Write the equation for the reaction of hydrochloric acid with Pb3O4.
(c) What kind of compound can be added to the bleaching powder to obtain chlorine?
QUESTION 5.
(i) What is Nessler’s reagent ? What test does it give with ammonium salts ? [2]
(ii) State what would you observe when : [2]

(a) Washing soda crystals are exposed to the atmosphere.
(b) The salt ferric chloride is exposed to the atmosphere.
(iii) Identify the particles present in following solutions and name them [3]
(a) Ferric sulphate solution
(b) Potassium hydroxide solution
(c) Sodium carbonate
(iv) State the molecular formula and structural formula of ethane, ethene and ethyne. (State the
IUPAC name of each). [3]
QUESTION 6.
(i) Define empirical formula and molecular formula of a compound. [2]
(ii) (a) State your observation for the following case : [2]
Paper soaked in potassium permanganate solution is introduced into a gas jar of sulphur
dioxide.
(b) Write the equation for the following reaction: Zinc oxide is treated with sodium hydroxide
solution
(iii) Acidulated water is electrolysed in Hofmann’s voltameter to liberate two gases. In this
context answer the following questions. [3]
(a) Name the gases evolved at each electrode.
(b) What is the material used for electrodes?
(c) What is the ratio of gases evolved by volume?
(iv) Define : [3]

(a) Electroplating
(b) What are the objects of electroplating ?
QUESTION 7.
(i) State how the following conversions can be carried out. [3]
(a) Ethyl chloride to Ethyl alcohol
(b) Ethyl chloride to Ethane
(c) Ethane to Ethyl alcohol
(ii) Name the following : [3]

(a) A complex salt solution used for testing a basic gas lighter than air.
(b) A base which reacts with hydrochloric acid to give a salt which on hydrolysis gives a
slightly acidic solution.
(c) An ion which combines with a polar covalent molecule to form ammonium ion.
(iii) Give a balanced chemical equation for each of the following: [4]
(a) Action of conc. Nitric acid on Sulphur.
(b) Catalytic oxidation of Ammonia.
(c) Laboratory preparation of Nitric acid.
(d) Reaction of Ammonia with Nitric acid.
QUESTION 8.
(i) State your observations when ammonium hydroxide solution is added drop by drop and
then in excess to each of the following solutions: [2]
(a) Copper sulphate solution
(b) Zinc sulphate solution.
(ii) Name the rule on which the combination of atoms to form molecules is based. Give two
limitations of this rule. [2]
(iii) Conc. sulphuric acid reacts in various ways [3]

(a) as an acid, (b) as a dehydrating agent, (c) as a less volatile acid. Give an equation for
each of the various ways in which it reacts.
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ICSE 10th Chemistry Sample Paper 11 Page 1
Sample Paper 11
Chemistry
Science Paper - 2
SECTION - A
QUESTION 1.
(i) During ionization metals lose electrons, this change can be called:
(a) Oxidation (b) Reduction
(c) Redox (d) Displacement
(ii) Anhydrous iron (III) chloride is prepared by

(a) direct combination (b) simple displacement
(c) decomposition (d) neutralisation reaction
(iii) Among the elements given below, the element with the least electro-negativity is :
(a) Lithium (b) Carbon
(c) Boron (d) Fluorine
(iv) A base having a relatively low percentage of base in its aqueous solution
(a) Dilute acid (b) Concentrated acid
(c) Concentrated base (d) Dilute base
(v) The number of electron shells in the elements of period 3,

(a) One (b) Two
(c) Four (d) Three
(vi) The number of atoms present in one molecule of an element is called its :
(a) Molecular number (b) Atomic number
(c) Atomicity (d) Avogadro’s number
(vii) An acid which contains four hydrogens but is monobasic.

(a) Sulphuric acid (H2SO4) (b) Hydrochloric Acid (HCl)
(c) Nitric Acid (HNO3) (d) Acetic Acid (CH3COOH)
(viii) Elements of Group 16 have 6 valence electrons. The valency of Group 16 elements is:
(a) 5 (b) 6
(c) 3 (d) 2
(ix) Chile salt petre has the chemical formula :

(a) Mg(NO3)2 (b) KNO3
(c) NaNO3 (d) HNO3
(x) The set representing the correct order of first ionisation energy is
(a) Be > Mg > Ca (b) K > Na > Li
(c) B > C > N (d) Ge > Si > C
(xi) Nitric acid was also called as

(a) aqua-regia (b) aqua nitrate
(c) aqua fortis (d) aqua hydroxide
(xii) The organic compound mixed with alcohol to make it spurious is :

(a) Methanoic acid (b) Methanol
(c) Methanal (d) Ethanoic acid
(xiii) Which solution becomes a deep/inky blue colour when excess of ammonium hydroxide is
added to it.
(a) Lead nitrate (b) Iron [II] sulphate
(c) Iron [III] chloride (d) Copper nitrate
(xiv) Nitrogen gas can be obtained by heating :

(a) Ammonium nitrate (b) Ammonium chloride
(c) Magnesium nitride (d) Ammonium nitrite
(xv) The element having maximum atomic size in its respective group is present:
(a) At the top
(b) At the bottom
(c) In the middle
(d) None of these
QUESTION 2.
(i) In the preparation of ammonia in industry, the raw materials are nitrogen and hydrogen.
These are mixed together in the correct proportions needed to form ammonia. [5]
(a) Write the balanced equation for the manufacture of ammonia.
(b) How much hydrogen would be there in 400 litres of gaseous mixture required for the
manufacture of ammonia ?
(c) (1) If all nitrogen and hydrogen used were converted into ammonia, find the volume of
ammonia formed.
(2) How would the volume of ammonia formed compare with the volume of original
mixture ?
(d) The formation of ammonia from its elements is an exothermic reaction. What is meant
by exothermic ?
(ii) Match the column A with column B: [5]
Column A Column B
1. Sodium chloride (a) Increases
2. Ammonium ion (b) Covalent bond
3. Electro-negativity across the period (c) Ionic bond
4. Non metallic character down the group (d) Covalent and Co-ordinate bond
5. Carbon tetrachloride (e) Decreases
(a) If an element has seven electrons in its outermost shell then it is likely to have the
______ (largest/smallest) atomic size among all the elements in the same period.
(b) In covalent compounds, the bond is formed due to the______(sharing/transfer) of
electrons.
(c) The chemical compound present in Zinc blende is ______ .
(d) Substitution reactions are characteristic reactions of ______. (alkynes/alkenes/
alkanes)
(e) Iron reacts with hydrogen chloride gas forming ______ (iron (II) chloride, iron (III)
chloride) and hydrogen. The reaction is an example of ______ (double decomposition,
synthesis, simple displacement).
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(a) Solvent for Silver chloride.
(b) Orange compound which on heating erupts with green mass in the form of volcano.
(c) Gas obtained when Magnesium nitride is warmed with water.
(d) The gas produced when excess ammonia reacts with chlorine.
(e) Identify the gas evolved in the following reaction when: Sulphur is treated with
concentrated nitric acid.
(v) Give chemical equation for [5]

(a) The laboratory preparation of methane from sodium acetate.
(b) The industrial preparation of methanol from water gas.
(c) The reaction of one mole of ethene with one mole of chlorine gas.
(d) The preparation of ethyne from 1, 2—dibromoethane.
(e) The preparation of copper hydroxide and ammonium nitrate from copper nitrate.
SECTION - B
QUESTION 3.
(i) Give the balanced equation for lab preparation of ethylene. How is the gas collected and
dried ? [2]
(ii) Give a chemical test to distinguish between the following pair of compounds : [2]
Carbon dioxide gas and sulphur dioxide gas.
(iii) What are the units of electron affinity ? Also give the factors which influence electron
affinity. [3]
(iv) Answer the questions below, relating your answers only to salts in the following list : Sodium
chloride, anhydrous Calcium chloride, Copper sulphate -5- water. [3]
(a) What name is given to the water in the compound, copper sulphate -5- water ?
(b) If copper sulphate -5- water is heated, anhydrous copper sulphate is formed. What is its
colour ?
(c) By what means other than heating, could you dehydrate copper sulphate -5- water and
obtain anhydrous copper sulphate ?
QUESTION 4.
(i) Explain why : [2]

(a) In the electrolysis of alumina using the Hall Heroult’s Process, the electrolyte is covered
with powdered coke.
(b) Iron sheets are coated with zinc during galvanization.
(ii) A compound made up of two elements X and Y has an empirical formula X2Y. If the atomic
weight of X is 10 and that of Y is 5 and the compound has a vapour density 25, find its
molecular formula. [2]
(iii) Complete the following table. [3]
(iv) Study the figure given below and answer the questions that follow : [3]
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(a) Identify the gas Y.

(b) What property of gas Y does this experiment demonstrate ?
(c) Name another gas which has the same property and can be demonstrated through this
experiment.
QUESTION 5.
(i) Copy and complete the following table relating to important industrial processes. Output
refers to the product of the process not the intermediate steps. [2]
Name of process Inputs Catalyst Equation for catalysed reaction Output

Haber’s Process Hydrogen + ____ ____ ____ ____
(ii) What is the pH of the following solutions? [2]

(a) Ferric chloride
(b) Sodium acetate
(iii) Arrange the following as per the instructions given in the brackets. [3]
(a) Na, Mg, Al, Si, Cl (increasing order of non-metallic character).
(b) Li, Be, C, O, F (decreasing order of metallic character).
(c) Mg, Al, Na, Si (increasing order of atomic size).
(iv) The type of reaction between ethane and chlorine is different from that between ethene and
chlorine. [3]
(a) What is the type of reaction that has taken place between ethene and chlorine ?
(b) What feature of the ethene structure makes such a reaction possible ?
(c) Name the product of the reaction between ethene and chlorine.
QUESTION 6.
(i) Chlorine has atomic weight 35.5. Give reasons. [2]
(ii) Identify the gas released when the following reactions takes place. [2]
(a) Concentrated H2SO4 react with copper to release this gas, that turns acidified potassium
dichromate solution green and decolourise the pink colour of potassium permangariate
solution.
(b) Nitric acid undergoes decomposition to release this gas, which finds its use in ozone
molecule formation.
(iii) What will you observe (a) at cathode (b) at anode (c) in electrolyte during the electrolysis
of Copper sulphate solution with Copper electrodes? [3]
(iv) Write the cell reactions for the following: [3]

(a) Electrolysis of conc. solution of CuSO4 (Cu electrodes)
(b) Dilute AgNO3 solution using Ag anode and Cu cathode.
QUESTION 7.
(i) Name the organic compound prepared by each of the following reactions: [3]
(a) C 2 H 5 COONa + NaOH $
(b) CH 3 I + 2 [H] $
(c) C 2 H 5 Br + KOH (alcoholic solution) $
(ii) Solutions A , B , C and D are having pH 1, 5, 8 and 14 respectively. In this context, answer
the following questions. [3]
(a) Choose the solutions which are acidic in nature.
(b) Choose the solutions which are basic in nature.
(c) Choose the solutions which are highly acidic and highly alkaline.
(iii) (a) Explain why only all glass apparatus should be used for the preparation of nitric acid
by heating concentrated sulphuric acid and potassium nitrate. [3]
(b) Write a chemical equation to illustrate the acidic nature of nitric acid.
(c) Name the products formed when ammonium nitrate is heated.
QUESTION 8.
(i) State one observation for each of the following: [2]

(a) Excess ammonium hydroxide solution is added to lead nitrate solution.
(b) Sodium hydroxide solution is added to ferric chloride solution at first a little and then
in excess.
(ii) Why is methane molecule regarded as a non-polar covalent compound ? [2]

(iii) Name the products formed when hot and concentrated sulphuric acid reacts with the
following : [3]
(a) Sulphur
(b) NaOH
(c) Sugar
(iv) Following questions are regarding the electrolysis. Answer each of them [3]
(a) The substance in which alumina is dissolved before subjecting it to electrolysis.
(b) The products formed at cathode in the electrolysis of alumina.
(c) The product formed at anode during the electrolysis of alumina.
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Sample Paper 12
Chemistry
Science Paper - 2
SECTION - A
QUESTION 1.
(i) Which of these will act as a non-electrolyte?

(a) Liquid carbon tetrachloride
(b) Acetic acid
(c) Sodium hydroxide aqueous solution acid
(d) Potassium chloride aqueous solution.
(ii) A particular solution contains molecules and ions of the solute so it is a :

(a) Weak acid (b) Strong acid
(c) Strong base (d) Salt solution.
(iii) An element in period-3 whose electron affinity is zero.

(a) Neon (b) Sulphur
(c) Sodium (d) Argon
(iv) A strong, non-volatile acid

(a) Sulphuric acid (H2SO4) (b) Nitric Acid (HNO3)
(c) Acetic Acid (CH3COOH) (d) Hydrochloric Acid (HCl)
(v) Group of elements which are kept at the bottom of periodic table.
(a) Noble Gases (b) Alkaline Earth Metals
(c) Halogens (d) Inner Transition Elements
(vi) The empirical formula for benzene is :

(a) CH (b) C2H2
(c) C4H8 (d) C6H6
(vii) Which one of the following will not produce an acid when made to react with water?
(a) Carbon monoxide (b) Carbon dioxide
(c) Nitrogen dioxide (d) Sulphur trioxide
(viii) An element with highest electron affinity :

(a) Neon (b) Chlorine
(c) Sodium (d) Sulphur
(ix) A solid which bursts into flames on addition of concentrated nitric acid is :
(a) Turpentine oil (b) Sawdust
(c) Alcohol (d) Ferric sulphate
(x) Which one of the following depict the correct representation of atomic radius (r) of an atom?
(a) (i) and (ii) (b) (i) and (iv)

(c) (iii) and (iv) (d) (ii) and (iii)
(xi) A metal which reacts with very dilute nitric acid is :

(a) Magnesium (b) Calcium
(c) Copper (d) Zinc
(xii) Old vinegar contains bacterium .......... .

(a) lactobacillus (b) mycoderma cactii
(c) mycoderma aceti (d) pediococcus
(xiii) The precipitate of which of the following compounds is soluble in excess of ammonia solution?
(a) Iron(II) chloride (b) Magnesium chloride
(c) Lead nitrate (d) Copper(II) sulphate
(xiv) NH3 cannot be obtained by

(a) reaction of AIN or Mg3N2 or CaCN2 with H2O
(b) heating of NH4Cl or (NH4)2CO3
(c) heating of NH4NO3 with NaOH
(d) heating of NH4NO3 or NH4NO2
(xv) Maximum electron affinity is possessed by :

(a) Noble gases (b) Alkali metals
(c) Halogens (d) Alkaline earth metals
QUESTION 2.
(i) Give reasons for the following : [5]

(a) Liquid ammonia is used as a refrigerant in ice plants.
(b) Aqueous solution of ammonia is used for removing grease stains from warm clothes.
(c) Aqueous solution of ammonia gives a pungent smell.
(d) Aqueous solution of ammonia conducts electricity.
Column A Column B
A. Acid salt (i) Sodium potassium carbonate
B. Mixed salt (ii) Alum
C. Complex salt (iii) Sodium carbonate
D. Double salt (iv) Sodium zincate
E. Normal salt (v) Sodium hydrogen carbonate
(a) A-i, B-iv, C-ii, D-v, E-iii (b) B-i, C-ii, D-v, E-iv, A-iii
(c) A-iv, B-v, C-i, D-ii, E-iii (d) A-v, B-i, C-iv, D-ii, E-iii
(a) The horizontal rows in a periodic table are called_____.
(b) Electrovalent compounds have a_____(low/high) boiling point.
(c) Sulphide ores are concentrated by _____.
(d) The conversion of ethanol to ethene is an example of_____(dehydration, dehydro-
genation).
(e) Hydrogen chloride and water are examples of_____(polar covalent compounds,
non-polar covalent compounds) and a solution of hydrogen chloride in water_____.
(contains, does not contain) free ions.

(a) Name the arrangement used for the prevention of back suction of water during the
dissolution of Hydrogen chloride gas in water.
(b) Two gases which give dense white fumes with Ammonia.
(c) Metal which directly combines with Nitrogen on heating.
(d) An alkaline gas A which gives dense white fumes with hydrogen chloride.
(e) The dilute acid which is an oxidizing agent.
(v) From the following organic compounds given below, choose one compound in each case
which relates to the description [1] to [4]: [5]
[Ethyne, ethanol, acetic acid, ethene, methane]
(a) (1) An unsaturated hydrocarbon used for welding purposes.
(2) An organic compound whose functional group is carboxyl.
(3) A hydrocarbon which on catalytic hydrogenation gives a saturated hydrocarbon.
(b) (1) Why is pure acetic acid known as glacial acetic acid?
(2) Give a chemical equation for the reaction between ethyl alcohol and acetic acid.
SECTION - B
QUESTION 3.
(i) What is the main difference in the structural formula of the compounds n -pentane, iso-
pentane and neo-pentane ? [2]
(ii) Write the equations for the laboratory preparation of the following : [2]
(a) Iron sulphate from iron
(b) Copper sulphate from copper
(iii) The position of three elements A, B and C in the periodic table is as shown below : [3]
Group VIA Group VIIA
B C
(a) State whether C is a metal or non-metal.
(b) State whether C is more or less reactive than A.
(c) Will C be larger or smaller than B ?
(iv) Correct the following, if required : [3]

(a) HNO3 is a strong reducing agent.
(b) Nitric acid remains colourless even when exposed to light.
(c) Constant boiling nitric acid contains 80% HNO3 by weight.
(d) NaNO3 gives NO2 and O2 on heating.
QUESTION 4.
(i) Answer the following questions : [2]

(a) Name a metal which is found abundantly in the earth’s crust.
(b) What is the difference between calcination and roasting ?
(ii) A gas cylinder contains 12 # 1024 molecules of oxygen gas. If Avogadro’s number is 6 # 1023;
calculate: [2]
(a) the mass of oxygen present in the cylinder.
(b) the volume of oxygen at S.T.P. present in the cylinder. [O = 16]
(iii) Explain why nitrogen compounds are added to cultivated soils. [3]
(iv) State your observations when : [3]

(a) Dilute Hydrochloric acid is added to Lead nitrate solution and the mixture is heated.
(b) Dilute Hydrochloric acid is added to Copper carbonate.
(c) Dilute Hydrochloric acid is added to Sodium thiosulphate.
QUESTION 5.
(i) Name the gas evolved when the following mixtures are heated: [2]
(a) Calcium hydroxide and Ammonium chloride.
(b) On decomposition of ammonium nitrite.
(ii) Define or explain the meaning of the following terms : [2]

(a) Acid
(b) pH scale.
(iii) (a) State whether the following statements are true or false. Justify your answer. [3]
(1) Electrolysis of molten lead bromide is considered to be a redox reaction.
(2) Copper is a good conductor of electricity but it is a non-electrolyte.
(b) State the reaction occurring at the anode during electrolysis of copper sulphate solution
using a copper anode and platinum anode respectively
(iv) How is acetylene prepared in the laboratory ? [3]
QUESTION 6.
(i) Define molar volume of a gas. What is the molar volume of nitrogen at S.T.P. ? [2]
(ii) Identify the following unknown compound, based on the given observation. [2]
(a) Compound Z is use to bleach only delicate materials like flower, petals and fresh,grass.
(b) Compound L, if stored in a transparent bottle turns itself in yellow colour, to avoid the
change in colour, it is normally stored in coloured bottles.
(iii) Explain the following : [3]

(a) A solution of cane sugar does not conduct electricity but a solution of sodium chloride
is a good conductor.
(b) During the electrolysis of an aqueous solution of NaCl, H+ ions are reduced at cathode
and not Na+ ions.
(c) Copper is a good conductor of electricity but it is non-electrolyte.
(iv) Give one example in each case of a substance which contains [3]
(a) Ions only
(b) Molecules only
(c) Both ions and molecules.
QUESTION 7.
(i) Give balanced equations for the reactions of acetylene with each of the following: [3]
(a) Oxygen
(b) Chlorine
(c) Bromine water
(ii) Give one example each of the sodium salts as : [3]

(a) acid salt
(b) normal salt
(c) mixed salt
(iii) The figure given below illustrates the apparatus used in the laboratory preparation of nitric
acid. [4]
(a) Name A (a liquid), B (a solid) and C (a liquid). (Do not give the formulae)
(b) Write an equation to show how nitric acid undergoes decomposition.
(c) Write the equation for the reaction in which copper is oxidised by concentrated nitric
acid.
QUESTION 8.
(i) Distinguish between the following pairs of compounds using the test given within brackets:
(a) Iron(II) sulphate and iron(III) sulphate (using ammonium hydroxide) [2]
(b) A lead salt and a zinc salt (using excess ammonium hydroxide)
(ii) Elements A, B and C have atomic number 9, 20 and 10 respectively. [2]

(a) State which one is (1) a non-metal, (2) a metal, (3) chemically inert
(b) Write down the formula of the compound formed by two of the above elements ?
(iii) Some properties of sulphuric acid are listed below. Choose the role played by sulphuric
acid as A, B, C, or D which is responsible for the reactions ^ i h to ^v h . Some role/s may be
repeated. [3]
(A) Dilute acid (B) Dehydrating agent
(C) Non-volatile acid (D) Oxidising agent
conc.H 2 SO 4
(a) CuSO 4 + 5H 2 O CuSO 4 + 5H 2 O
(b) S + 2H 2 SO 4 ^cοnc.h $ 3SO 2 + 2H 2 O
(c) NaNO 3 + H 2 SO 4 ^cοnc.h

< 200°C
NaHSO 4 + HNO 3
(d) MgO + H 2 SO 4 $ MgSO 4 + H 2 O
(e) Zn + 2H 2 SO 4 ^cοnc.h $ ZnSO 4 + SO 2 + 2H 2 O
(iv) Solution A has a pH of 12 solution B has a pH of 5. Using this information complete the
following. [3]
(a) _____ is a strong acid.
(b) Will liberate ammonia from ammonium sulphate heating?
(c) Solution _____ will contains as well as ions.
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Sample Paper 13
Chemistry
Science Paper - 2
SECTION - A
QUESTION 1.
(i) The particles present in strong electrolytes are:

(a) only molecules (b) mainly ions
(c) ions and molecules (d) only atoms
(ii) An organic weak acid is :

(a) Formic acid (b) Sulphuric acid
(c) Nitric acid (d) Hydrochloric acid
(iii) An alkaline earth metal.

(a) Potassium (b) Calcium
(c) Lead (d) Copper
(iv) The acid anhydride of sulphuric acid is :

(a) Sulphur trioxide
(b) Sulphur dioxide
(c) Sulphur monochloride
(d) None of these.
(v) The tendency of an atom to attract shared pair of electrons to itself when combined in a
compound is called .......... along the period.
(a) electro-positivity (b) electro-negativity
(c) inert (d) none of the above
(vi) Twice of vapour density gives us :

(a) Actual vapour density (b) Relative vapour density
(c) Molar volume (d) Molecular mass
(vii) Which gas is evolved when HNO3 react with sodium bicarbonate?
(a) H 2 (b) SO 2
(c) CO 2 (d) H 2 S
(viii) The electronic configuration of an element T is 2, 8,7. What is the group number of T ?
(a) Group 1 (b) Group 18
(c) Group 17 (d) Group 2
(ix) Concentration of nitric acid obtained in Ostwald’s process.

(a) 10% (b) 5%
(c) 15% (d) 20%
(x) If an element A belongs to Period 3 and Group II, then it will have :
(a) 2 shells and 3 valence electrons (b) 3 shells and 2 valence electrons
(c) 3 shells and 3 valence electrons (d) 2 shells and 2 valence electrons
(xi) The brown ring test is used for detection of

(a) CO 32- (b) NO 3-
(c) SO 32- (d) CI-
(xii) .......... is used as a coagulating agent is rubber industry.

(a) Nitric acid (b) Acetic acid
(c) Formic acid (d) Hydrochloric acid
(xiii) The oxide and hydroxide of which metal is amphoteric :

(a) Iron (b) Copper
(c) Zinc (d) Manganese
(xiv) Unreacted gases are circulated back to compression pump through .......... .
(a) Desiccator (b) Boiler
(c) Compressor (d) Condenser
(xv) To decrease the chemical reactivity, alkali metals are converted to

(a) Amalgams (b) Chlorides
(c) Oxides (d) Nitrates
QUESTION 2.
(i) (a) From the gases : ammonia, hydrogen chloride, hydrogen sulphide, sulphur dioxide, select
the following : [5]
(1) When this gas is bubbled through copper sulphate solution, a deep blue coloured
solution is formed.
(2) This gas burns in oxygen with a greenish yellow flame.
(b) Write the equation for the reaction in the Haber’s process that forms ammonia.
(c) State the purpose of liquefying the ammonia produced in the process.
(d) State one reason why tap water is not used to prepare a solution of silver nitrate in the
laboratory.
Column A Column B
(a) In going across a period from left to right in a periodic table, the atomic size of the
atoms _____.
(b) A molecule of _____ contains a triple bond. (hydrogen, ammonia, nitrogen)
(c) During termite welding _____ acts as a reducing agent.
(d) Converting ethanol to ethene requires the use of _____ (conc. HCl, conc. HNO3, conc.
H2SO4).
(e) Addition of _____ (sodium nitrate, zinc nitrate, silver nitrate) to hydrochloric acid,
gives an insoluble precipitate of the respective chloride. The precipitate is _____
(soluble, insoluble) in ammonium hydroxide and _____ (soluble, insoluble) in dilute
nitric acid.

(a) The fertilizer formed when Carbon dioxide is reacted with Ammonia.
(b) The solution which turns brown when it comes in contact with Ammonia.
(c) Catalyst used during Haber’s process.
(d) The catalyst used to oxidise ammonia.
(e) Name two metals which react with very dilute nitric acid.
(v) (a) Give the general formula of paraffins, olefins and alkynes. [5]
(b) Name the hydrocarbon which is a : (1) tetra-hedral molecule, (2) planar molecule, (3)
linear molecule, (4) forms of a red precipitate with ammoniacal solution of copper (I)
chloride.
SECTION - B
QUESTION 3.
(i) Define isomers. Write the various isomers of pentane. Write both molecular as well as
structural formula [Common and IUPAC names both]. [2]
(ii) Name the gas in each of the following : [2]

(a) A gas which turns acidified potassium dichromate clear green.
(b) The gas produced on reaction of dilute sulphuric acid with a metallic sulphide.
(iii) The following table represent the elements and the atomic number. [3]
Element Atomic number

P 13
Q 7
R 10
With reference to this answer the following using only the alphabets given in the table.
(a) Which element combines with hydrogen to form a basic gas ?
(b) Which element has an electron affinity zero ?
(c) Name the element, which forms an ionic compound with chlorine.
(iv) Give one example of each one of the following: [3]

(a) A nitrate of metal which on heating does not give nitrogen dioxide.
(b) A nitrate which on heating leaves no residue behind.
(c) A metal nitrate which on heating is changed into metal oxide.
Also give equations in each case.
QUESTION 4.
(i) Answer the following questions : [2]

(a) Name the process used for the enrichment of sulphide ore.
(b) Write the chemical formulae of one main ore of iron and aluminium.
(ii) A gaseous hydrocarbon contains 82.76% of carbon. Given that its vapour density is 29, find
its molecular formula. [C = 12, H = 1] [2]
(iii) How will you demonstrate the solubility of ammonia in water ? Explain. [3]
(iv) In the laboratory preparation of hydrochloric acid, HCl gas is dissolved in water. [3]
(a) Draw a diagram to show the arrangement used for the absorption of HCl in water.
(b) Why is such an arrangement necessary ? Give two reasons.

(c) Write the chemical equations for the laboratory preparation of HCl gas when the
reactants is below 200 °C.
QUESTION 5.
(i) (a) State what will you observe when ammonium hydroxide solution is added to copper
sulphate in excess. Give balanced equation. [2]
(b) Complete and balance the following equation:
CuO(Heat) + NH3 $
(ii) Write the equations for the laboratory preparation of the following salts using sulphuric acid
: [2]
(a) Iron (II) sulphate from iron
(b) Sodium sulphate from sodium carbonate
(iii) During the process of electrolysis of given compound. State your observations. [3]
(a) Fused lead bromide using graphite electrodes.
(b) Copper sulphate solution using copper electrodes.
(c) Copper (II) sulphate solution using platinum as cathode and carbon as anode.
(iv) Give balance chemical equation for the following conversions: [3]
(a) Ethanoic acid to ethyl ethanoate.
(b) Calcium carbide to ethyne.
(c) Sodium ethanoate to methane.
QUESTION 6.
(i) How will you calculate percentage of an element in a compound ? [2]
(ii) Suresh prepared an acidic solution X that has a pH of 5. [2]

How will the pH of the solution X change on addition of the following.
(1) Hydrochloric acid
(2) a solution of base ?
(iii) Name all the particles present in [3]

(a) Sodium chloride solution
(b) Molten Sodium chloride
(c) Sulphurous acid
(iv) (a) What is meant by the term electrolyte? [3]

(b) What are the particles present in a compound which is a non-electrolyte?
(c) If an electrolyte is described as a strong electrolyte, what does this mean?
QUESTION 7.
(i) What happens when (give balanced equations) : [3]

(a) Ethylene is burnt in an excess of oxygen.
(b) Ethylene reacts with chlorine.
(c) Ethylene combines with hydrogen chloride.
(ii) For each of the conversions A , B , C , D and E in the scheme below, state how the
conversions can be carried out. [3]
(iii) (a) When nitric acid is prepared by the action of concentrated sulphuric acid on potassium
nitrate, what is the special feature of the apparatus used? [4]
(b) Write the equation for the laboratory preparation of nitric acid from potassium nitrate
and concentrated sulphuric acid.
(c) Potassium nitrate is prepared from potassium hydroxide and nitric acid. Name the type
of this reaction.
(d) Which gas is produced when potassium nitrate is heated ? Write the equation for the
reaction.
QUESTION 8.
(i) State one relevant observation for the following reaction : [2]
Addition of excess ammonium hydroxide into copper sulphate solution.
(ii) Writ down the difference between sodium atom and sodium ion. [2]
(iii) Explain the following : [3]

(a) In the manufacture of sulphuric acid by the Contact Process, great care is taken to purify
the mixture of air and sulphur dioxide, especially to free it from arsenic impurities.
(b) Whenever water is added to concentrated sulphuric acid or concentrated sulphuric acid
is added to water, a large amount of heat is liberated. But the acid dangerously spurts
out only when water is added to the concentrated acid.
(iv) Choose the correct word which refers to the process of electrolysis from P to R, to match
the description 1 to 3. [3]
P : Oxidation Q : Cathode R : An electrolyte
(1) Conducts electricity in aqueous or in molten state.
(2) Loss of electron takes place at anode. (3) A reducing electrode.
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Sample Paper 14
Chemistry
Science Paper - 2
SECTION - A
QUESTION 1.
(i) The inert electrode used in the electrolysis of acidified water is :

(a) Nickel (b) Platinum
(c) Copper (d) Silver
(ii) Select the acid which contains four hydrogen atoms in it.
(a) Formic acid (b) Sulphuric acid
(c) Nitric acid (d) Acetic acid
(iii) In the periodic table, alkali metals are placed in the group :
(a) 1 (b) 11
(c) 17 (d) 18
(iv) When dilute sulphuric acid reacts with iron sulphide, the gas evolved is.
(a) Vapours of sulphuric acid (b) Sulphur dioxide
(c) Sulphur trioxide (d) Hydrogen sulphide
(v) Beryllium exhibits diagonal relationship with .......... .

(a) fluorine (b) calcium
(c) magnesium (d) aluminium
(vi) The molecular mass of ammonia gas in grams is :

(a) 14 g (b) 17 g
(c) 27 g (d) 24 g
(vii) Hydrochloric acid is considered as a strong acid whereas acetic acid is a weak acid. Why ?
(a) Because it dissociates partially when dissolved in water.
(b) Because it dissociates completely in water.
(c) Both (a) and (b) are correct
(viii) Moving across a ............... of the periodic table, the elements show increasing ...............
character.
(a) group, non-metallic (b) group, metallic
(c) period, non-metallic (d) period, metallic
(ix) A gas which dissolves in water to form the acid is known as

(a) Acid Reflux (b) Acid anhydride
(c) Acidified Water (d) Acid Ketone
(x) The element A, B, C, D and E have atomic numbers 9, 11, 17, 12 and 30 respectively belong
to the same period?
(a) A and B (b) B and D
(c) D and E (d) A and C
(xi) The compound responsible for the brown ring during the brown ring test of nitrate ion.
(a) Nitrosoiron(II) sulphate (b) Iron(III) chloride
(c) Chromium sulphate (d) Lead(II) chloride
(xii) Isomerism shown by pent-1 -yne and 3-methylbut-l-yne is

(a) functional isomerism (b) position isomerism
(c) chain isomerism (d) stereo isomerism
(xiii) Amphoteric oxides and hydroxides react with an ............... , ............... to give salt and water
only.
(a) Acid, Alkali (b) Base, Alkali
(c) Acid , Base (d) None of these
(xiv) ............. is the dilute solution of liquor ammonia.

(a) Blue Vitriol (b) Mohr’s Salt
(c) Bench Reagent (d) Vinegar
(xv) The alkali metal in the period 2 is

(a) Berrylium (b) Boron
(c) Lithium (d) Carbon
QUESTION 2.
(i) (a) Name : [5]

(1) A gas which dissolves in water to give alkaline solution.
(2) An oxidising agent which does not contain any oxygen.
(b) State the products of following reactions :
(1) Ammonium nitrate is heated.
(2) A well ground mixture of ammonium chloride and slaked lime is heated.
Column A Column B
1. Acid salt A. Ferrous ammonium
2. Double salt B. Contains only ions sulphate
3. Ammonium hydroxide solution C. Sodium hydrogen sulphate
4. Dilute hydrochloric acid D. Contains only molecules
5. Carbon tetrachloride E. Contains ions and molecules
(a) On moving from left to right in the second period, the number of valence electrons
_____.
(b) Electrovalent compounds have _____ (high/low) melting points.
(c) The most common ore of Aluminium is _____.
(d) The conversion of ethene to ethane is an example of _____ (hydration, hydrogenation).
(e) Addition of _____ (iron (III) sulphide, iron(II) sulphide, iron pyrites) to dilute
hydrochloric acid results in liberation of hydrogen sulphide gas.

(a) The industrial process by which Ammonia is manufactured.
(b) Drying agent for Ammonia.
(c) An alkaline gas (A) which gives dense white fumes with hydrogen chloride.
(d) The gas that can be oxidised to sulphur.
(e) A neutral oxide of Carbon formed when Formic acid reacts with concentrated Sulphuric
acid.
(v) (a) Name the product formed (give equations) [5]

(i) When ethyl iodide is reduced completely.
(ii) Chlorinated product of ethane with camphor like smell.
(iii) When ethyl bromide is treated with alc. KOH
(i) An isomer of n-butane.
(ii) 2-propanol.
SECTION - B
QUESTION 3.
(i) How would you convert : (a) Ethylene to 1, 2-dibromoethane ? (b) Ethylene to ethyl bromide ? [2]
(ii) Write balanced equations for the following reactions : [2]

(a) Potassium hydrogen carbonate and dilute sulphuric acid.
(b) Sodium nitrate and concentrated sulphuric acid.
(iii) (a) How many elements are there in the periodic table in the ? [3]
(1) first period, (2) second period, (3) third period
(b) Name all the elements of the first period.
(c) How does the atomic size of elements change while moving in a period from left to right?
(iv) During thunderstorm, rainwater contains nitric acid. Explain with reactions. [3]
QUESTION 4.
(i) The following is an extract from ‘Metals in the Service of Man, Alexander and Street/
Pelican 1976.’ [2]
‘Alumina (aluminium oxide) has a very high melting point of over 2000°C so that it
cannot readily be liquefied. However, conversion of alumina to aluminium and oxygen, by
electrolysis, can occur, when it is dissolved in some other substance :
(a) Which solution is used to react with bauxite as a first step in obtaining pure aluminium
oxide ?
(b) The aluminium oxide for the electrolytic extraction of aluminium is obtained by heating
aluminium hydroxide. Write the equation for this reaction.
(ii) The equation 4NH3 + 5O2 $ 4NO + 6H2O, represents the catalytic oxidation of ammonia.
If 100 cm3 of ammonia is used, calculate the volume of oxygen required to oxidise the
ammonia completely. [2]
(iii) Distinguish between liquid ammonia and liquid ammonia fortis. [3]
(iv) Refer to the flow chart below and give balanced equations with conditions, if any, for the
following conversions A to D. [3]
QUESTION 5.
(i) You enter a laboratory after a class has completed the Fountain experiment. How will you be
able to tell whether the gas used in the experiment was Hydrogen chloride or Ammonia? [2]
(ii) What is hydronium ion ? Write the ionisation of hydrochloric acid showing the formation of
hydronium ion. [2]
(iii) Name the ions present in each of the following. [3]

(a) NaCl, (b) CH3COOH, (c) H2O
(iv) [3]
From the box given above name :
(a) The compounds with –OH as a part of its structure.
(b) The compounds with –COOH as a part of its structure.
(c) Homologues and Homologous series with general formula, C n H 2n .
QUESTION 6.
(i) Under the same conditions of temperature and pressure you collect 2 litres of carbon dioxide,
3 litres of chlorine, 5 litres of hydrogen, 4 litres of nitrogen and 1 litre of sulphur dioxide. In
which gas sample will there be ? [2]
(a) the greatest number of molecule.
(b) the least number of molecules.
(ii) Distinguish between the following as directed. [2]

(a) Magnesium chloride and ferric chloride using NaOH.
(b) Copper sulphate and zinc sulphate using NaOH.
(iii) The following questions relate to the electroplating of an article with nickel : [3]
(a) Name the electrode formed by the article to be plated.
(b) What ions must be present in the electrolyte?
(c) What should be the nature of the anode ?
(iv) The following questions refer to the electrolysis of Copper sulphate solution with Copper
electrode: [3]
(a) Compare the change in mass of the cathode with the change in mass of the anode.
(b) What is seen to happen to the colour of the Copper sulphate solution if Platinum
electrodes are used? Explain this observation.
(c) What is the practical application of the electrolysis of Copper sulphate solution? Briefly
describe one such application.
QUESTION 7.
(i) Give any four uses of ethanoic acid. [3]

(ii) Write balanced chemical equation to support each of the statement given below (use only
dilute sulphuric acid). [3]
(a) Basic oxide + Acid $ Salt + Water
(b) Amphoteric oxide + Acid $ Salt + Water
(c) Alkali + Acid $ Salt + Water
(iii) Name : [4]

(a) The compound responsible for the brown ring during the brown ring test of nitrate ion.
(b) By the addition of only one solution how would you distinguish between dilute
hydrochloric acid and dilute nitric acid?
(c) The action of heat on the blue crystalline solid L gives a reddish brown gas M, a gas
which relights a glowing splint and leaves a black residue. When gas N, which has a
rotten egg smell, is passed through a solution of L a black precipitate is formed.
(1) Identify L, M and N (Name of formula)
(2) Write the equation for the action of heat on L.
(3) Write the equation for the reaction between the solution of L and the gas N.
QUESTION 8.
(i) What do you observe when ammonium hydroxide is first added in a small quantity and then
in excess to a solution of copper sulphate? [2]
(ii) An element A has electronic arrangement 2,8,2. The element B has electronic configuration
2,8,7. Explain what happens to A and B when they combine to form ionic compound ? Also
give the formula of ionic compound. [2]
(iii) A, B, C and D summarize the properties of sulphuric acid depending on whether it is dilute
or concentrated. [3]
A = Typical acid property
B = Non-volatile acid
C = Oxidizing agent
D = Dehydrating agent
Choose the property (A, B, C or D) depending on which is relevant to each of the following :
(a) Preparation of Hydrogen chloride gas.
(b) Preparation of Copper sulphate from copper oxide.
(c) Action of conc. Sulphuric acid on Sulphur.
(iv) Choose the correct word which refers to the process of electrolysis from A to C, to match
the description 1 to 3. [3]
A: Oxidation B : Cathode C : An electrolyte
(1) Can conducts electricity in aqueous or in molten state ______.
(2) Loss of electron takes place at anode is called ______.
(3) A reducing electrode is ______.
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Sample Paper 15
Chemistry
Science Paper - 2
SECTION - A
QUESTION 1.
(i) Which of these will act as a non-electrolyte?

(a) Liquid carbon tetrachloride (b) Acetic acid
(c) Sodium hydroxide aqueous solution acid (d) Potassium chloride aqueous solution.
(ii) The aqueous solution of the following compounds which contains both ions and molecules
is :
(a) Sulphuric acid (b) Hydrochloric acid.
(c) Nitric acid (d) Acetic acid.
(iii) Which of the following properties do not match with the elements of the halogen family ?
(c) They are metallic in nature.
(d) They are diatomic in their molecular form.
(iv) Which gas is evolved when HCl react with calcium carbonate?
(a) CO 2 (b) H 2
(c) SO 2 (d) H 2 S
(v) An element used in atomic clocks :

(a) Rhodium (b) Cesium
(c) Francium (d) Radon
(vi) If empirical formula of an organic compound is CH2O, then its molecular formula can be :
(a) C6H12O6 (b) C2H4O
(c) C3H6O (d) C2H2O2
(vii) Which the gas evolved when the following reactions takes place:
(a) CO 2 (b) H 2
(c) SO 2 (d) H 2 S
(viii) The most reactive non-metals comprise Group ............... of the Periodic Table.
(a) 14 (b) 15
(c) 17 (d) 16
(ix) A solution used for dissolving noble metals.

(a) Ammonia (b) Urea
(c) Nitrosyl Chloride (d) Aqua Regia
(x) Density of alkali metals .......... (decreases/increases) with atomic number.

(a) remains same (b) decreases
(c) non-uniformly varies (d) increases
(xi) Nitrogen gas can be obtained by heating:

(a) Ammonium nitrate. (b) Ammonium nitrite.
(c) Magnesium nitride. (d) Ammonium chloride.
(xii) The organic compound obtained as the end product of the fermentation of sugar solution is :
(a) Ethanol (b) Methanol
(c) Ethane (d) Methanoic acid
(xiii) Salts of which elements are generally coloured :

(a) Inner-transition (b) Normal
(c) Lanthanide’s (d) Transition
(xiv) ............ is used as an analytical reagent to identify metal ions in qualitative analysis.
(a) Ammonium Sulphate (b) Ammonium Chloride
(c) Ammonium Carbonate (d) Ammonium Hydroxide
(xv) Element X forms a chloride with the formula, XCl2, which is a solid with a high melting
point. X would most likely be in same group of the periodic table as:
(a) Mg (b) Na
(c) Al (d) Si
QUESTION 2.
(i) [5]
(a) What is the ratio of reactants taken in this process ? Why higher weight of ammonium
chloride is taken ?
(b) Why conc. sulphuric acid or anhydrous CaCl2 is not used for drying ammonia ?
(c) Can you use ammonium nitrate in the above reaction ? If not, why ?
(d) The reaction mixture is gently heated. Why high temperature is not, used ?
(e) Give two reasons why ammonia is collected by downward displacement of air.
(ii) Match the properties and uses of alloys in List 1 with the appropriate answer from List 2.
[5]
List 1 List 2
1. The alloy contains Cu and Zn is hard, silvery and is A. Duralumin

used in decorative articles.
2. It is stronger than Aluminium, light and is used in B. Brass

making light tools.
3. It is lustrous, hard, corrosion resistant and used in C. Bronze

surgical instruments.
4. Tin lowers the melting point of the alloy and is used D. Stainless steel
for soldering purpose.
5. The alloy is hard, brittle, takes up polish and is used E. Solder

for making statues.
(a) Atomic size _____ (increase, decrease) as we move across the period as _____
(number of shells/number of column) remain same but the _____ (nuclear charge,
nuclear discharge) increases.
(b) The number of moles in 11 gm of nitrogen gas is _____ (0.39, 0.49, 0.29). [atomic
mass of N=14]
(c) Iron ores are concentrated by _____ (electromagnetic separation, electric separation).
(d) The catalyst used in the conversion of ethene to ethane is commonly _____ (iron,
nickel, cobalt).
(e) Aqua regia is a mixture of _____ (one, two, three) part/s of concentrated nitric acid
and _____ (one, two, three) part/s of concentrated hydrochloric acid by_____
(weight, volume). In aqua regia, nitric acid _____ (oxidises, reduces) hydrochloric
acid to chlorine.

(a) Two metallic oxides which are reduced by Ammonia.
(b) Experiment which demonstrates the extreme solubility of Ammonia.
(c) Identify the substance Q based on the information given: The white crystalline solid
‘Q’ is soluble in water. It liberates a pungent smelling gas when heated with sodium
hydroxide solution.
(d) The acid on mixing with lead nitrate solution produces a white precipitate which is
insoluble even on heating.
(e) Acidic gas which cannot be dried by passing through concentrated Sulphuric acid.
(v) Give the structural formula for the following: [5]

(i) Methanoic acid (ii) Ethanal
(iii) Ethyne (iv) Acetone
(v) 2-methyl propane.
SECTION - B
(Attempt any four questions)
QUESTION 3.
(i) (a) What are hydrocarbons ? [2]

(b) State two main groups of aliphatic hydrocarbons with examples.
(ii) Give a chemical test to distinguish between dilute sulphuric acid and dilute hydrochloric
acid. [2]
(iii) An element Z has atomic number 16. Answer the following questions on Z : [3]
(a) State the period and group to which Z belongs.
(b) Is Z a metal or a non-metal ?
(c) State the formula between Z and Hydrogen.
(d) What kind of a compound is this ?
(iv) (a) (1) What compounds are required for the laboratory preparation of nitric acid ? [3]
(2) Why does pure nitric acid take on a yellowish brown colour when exposed to light?
(b) Write equation for the following reactions :
(1) Copper and concentrated nitric acid.
(2) Copper oxide and dilute nitric acid.
(c) The first step in the manufacture of nitric acid is the catalytic oxidation of ammonia.
What is the name of the catalyst ?
QUESTION 4.
(i) (a) Name the solution used to react with Bauxite as a first step in obtaining pure aluminium
oxide, in the Bayer’s process. [2]
(b) Write the equation for the reaction where the aluminium oxide for the electrolytic
extraction of aluminium is obtained by heating aluminium hydroxide.
(ii) Calculate the percentage of sodium in sodium aluminium fluoride. [2]

([Na3AlF6] correct to the nearest whole number).
(F = 19; Na = 23; Al = 27)
(iii) What do you observe when ammonia is passed through the following: (Also give
equations) [3]
(a) Copper oxide
(b) Lead oxide
(c) Excess chlorine
(iv) To a solution of hydrogen chloride, the following substances are added separately in small
portions. Copy and complete the table given below. [3]
Substance added Gas evolved Odour

1. Sodium sulphite ––––––– –––––––
2. Calcium carbonate ––––––– –––––––
3. Magnesium ribbon ––––––– –––––––
QUESTION 5.
(i) Write equations for the laboratory preparation of: [2]

Ammonia from Ammonium chloride.
(ii) Name three classes of substances that can react with an acid to form a salt. Give an example
of each class, writing the equation that describes its reaction with suitable acid. [2]
(iii) The following questions one pertaining to the laboratory preparation of hydrochloric acid.
[3]
(a) Name the reactants used during the laboratory preparation of hydrochloric acid.
(b) Give suitable reason for choosing the reactants for laboratory preparation.
(c) Write balanced chemical equation for the reaction taking place below 200°C.
(iv) Give the structural formulae of each of the following: [3]

(i) 2-methyl propane
(ii) Ethanoic acid
(iii) Butan-2-ol
QUESTION 6.
(i) How does Avogadro’s law explain Gay-Lussac’s law of gaseous volumes ? [2]
(ii) Solve, [2]

40 cm3 of methane reacts with chlorine as per the following reactions.
CH4(g) + 2Cl2(g) $ CH2Cl2(g) + 2HCl(g)
Find the volume of HCl and chlorine gas formed.
(iii) (a) What should be the physical state of the lead bromide if it is to conduct electricity? [3]
(b) What particles are present in pure lead bromide?
(c) Write the equations for the reactions which take place at electrodes during the electrolysis
of lead bromide.
(iv) With respect to the electrolysis of lead bromide, answer the following questions : [3]
(a) Why is the lead bromide maintained in a molten state?
(b) Why is the electrolytic cell made of silica?
(c) Name the ions present in the electrolyte.
QUESTION 7.
(i) Name the following : [3]

(a) Process by which ethane is obtained from ethene.
(b) A hydrocarbon which contributes towards the greenhouse effect.
(c) Distinctive reaction that takes place when ethanol is treated with acetic acid.
(ii) Write balanced chemical equation to support each of the statement given below (use only
dilute sulphuric acid). [3]
(a) Base + Acid $ Salt + Water
(b) Active metal + Acid $ Salt + Hydrogen
(c) Metallic carbonate + Acid $ Salt + Water + Carbon dioxide
(iii) The element belongs to third period and group IIIA or 13. [4]
Group number IA IIA IIIA IVA VA VIA VIIA 0

1 2 13 14 15 16 17 18
2nd period Li D O J Ne
A Mg E Si H M
R T I Q U Y
1. In this table, H does not represent hydrogen.
2. Some elements are given in their own symbol and position in the periodic table while
others are shown with a letter.
With reference to the table, answer the following questions :
(a) Identify the most electronegative element.
(b) Identify the most reactive element of group 1.
(c) Identify the element from period 3 with least atomic size.
(d) How many valence electrons are present in Q?
QUESTION 8.
(i) Give a chemical test to distinguish between calcium nitrate solution and zinc nitrate
solution. [2]
(ii) On the basis of the knowledge of electronic configuration of elements, predict the nature of
bonds in each of the following molecules. [2]
N2, CO2, HCl, MgCl2, CCl4, HCN
(iii) Some properties of sulphuric acid are listed below. Choose the property A, B, C, or D which
is responsible for the reactions ^ i h to ^v h . Some properties may be repeated: [3]
(A) Acid (B) Dehydrating agent
(C) Non-volatile acid (D) Oxidizing agent
(a) C 12 H 22 O 11 + nH 2 SO 4 $ 12C + 11H 2 O + nH 2 SO 4
(b) NaCI + H 2 SO 4 $ NaHSO 4 + HCl
(c) CuO + H 2 SO 4 $ CuSO 4 + H 2 O
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Sample Paper 16
Chemistry
Science Paper - 2
SECTION - A
QUESTION 1.
(i) When fused lead bromide is electrolysed we observe :

(a) a silver grey deposit at anode and a reddish brown deposit at cathode
(b) a silver grey deposit at cathode and a reddish brown deposit at anode
(c) a silver grey deposit at cathode and reddish brown fumes at anode
(d) silver grey fumes at anode and reddish brown fumes at cathode
(ii) The metal oxide which can react with acid as well as alkali is :
(a) Silver oxide
(b) Copper (II) oxide
(c) Aluminium oxide
(d) Calcium oxide
(iii) Why group IA elements are called alkali metals?

(a) When combined with water, their oxides produce acidic solutions.
(b) When treated with water, their hydroxides produce acidic solutions.
(c) When their peroxides are treated with water, they produce alkaline solutions.
(d) When their oxides and hydroxides are treated with water, they produce alkaline solutions
(iv) Why zinc chloride is stored in air-tight bottles ?

(a) Because it is highly basic substance.
(b) Because it is highly reactive substance.
(c) Because it is highly acidic substance.
(d) Because it is a deliquescent substance.
(v) Aluminium oxide is:

(a) Amphoteric oxide
(b) Acidic oxide
(c) Neutral oxide
(d) Basic oxide
(vi) The molecular mass of benzene is :

(a) 72 g
(b) 28 g
(c) 78 g
(d) 68 g
(vii) Match the column A with column B and choose the correct option:
Column A Column B
A. Acid salt (i) Ferrous ammonium sulphate.
B. Double salt (ii) Contains only ions.
C. Ammonium hydroxide solution (iii) Sodium hydrogen sulphate.
D. Dilute hydrochloric (iv) Contains only ions acid.
E. Carbon tetrachloride (v) Contains ions and molecules.
(a) B-i, C-iv, D-ii, E-iv
(b) A-v, B-i, C-ii, D-iv, E-iii
(c) A-i, B-iv, C-ii, D-v, E-iii
(d) A-ii, B-iv, C-i, D-v, E-iii
(viii) Which of the following is correct order for ionisation energy?

(a) N>O>F (b) N>O<F
(c) N<O<F (d) N<O>F
(ix) A metal which react with very dilute nitric acid evolving hydrogen.
(a) Mg (b) Au
(c) Zn (d) Li
(x) Among the period 2 elements the one which has high electron affinity is :
(a) Lithium
(b) Carbon
(c) Fluorine
(d) Neon
(xi) Aqua regia is a mixture of:

(a) Dilute hydrochloric acid and concentrated nitric acid
(b) Concentrated hydrochloric acid and dilute nitric acid
(c) Concentrated hydrochloric acid [1 part] and concentrated nitric acid [3 parts]
(d) Concentrated hydrochloric acid [3 parts] and concentrated nitric acid [1 part]
(xii) The unsaturatd hydrocarbons undergo

(a) a substitution reaction
(b) an addition reaction
(c) an oxidation reaction
(d) None of these
(xiii) An example of weak alkali solution is ...............

(a) Sodium hydroxide
(b) Nitrogen dioxide
(c) Potassium hydroxide
(d) Ammonium hydroxide
(xiv) Lead hydroxide precipitates are in water.

(a) insoluble
(b) soluble
(c) partially soluble
(d) partially insoluble
(xv) Which of the following elements will form an acidic oxide?

(a) An element with atomic number 19
(b) An element with atomic number 3
(c) An element with atomic number 12
(d) An element with atomic number 7
QUESTION 2.
(i) Ammonia is manufactured by Haber’s process. [5]

(a) Under what conditions do the reactants combine to form ammonia ? Give a balanced
equation for the reaction.
(b) In what ratio by volume, are the above gases used ?
(c) State one possible source of each reactant used in Haber’s process.
(d) What is the function of :
(1) finely divided iron,
(2) molybdenum in the above process ?
(ii) Match the following: [5]
Column-I Column-II
(i) Promoter used in Haber’s process (a) 800° C
(ii) Catalyst used in oxidation of ammonia (b) K2HgI4
(iii) Drying agent for ammonia (c) Molybdenum
(iv) A solution which gives brown colouration with (d) Refrigent
ammonium salts
(v) Temperature in Haber’s process (e) Platinum
(a) Elements of Group 1 are called ______ (alkali metals/non-alkali metals).
(b) As we descend the electrochemical series containing cations, the tendency of the cations
to get ______ (oxidised/reduced) at the cathode increases.
(c) ______ (iodine/non-iodine) is a non-metal which sublimes on heating.
(d) The compound formed when ethanol reacts with sodium is ______ (sodium
ethanoate, sodium ethoxide, sodium propanoate).
(e) Hydrochloric acid can be converted into chlorine by heating with ______ (calcium
oxide, lead (II) oxide, lead (IV) oxide) which acts as a/an ______ (oxidising,
reducing) agent.

(a) Catalyst used during Contact process.
(b) An organic acid which on reaction with concentrated Sulphuric acid, produces two
oxides of Carbon.
(c) The alkali metal in the third period.
(d) An alkaline earth metal in the third period.
(e) The number of shells in the third period.
(v) (a) Draw the structural formula for each of the following : [5]
1. 2, 2 dimethyl pentane
2. methanol
3. Iso propane
(b) Write the IUPAC name for the following compounds :
1. acetaldehyde
2. acetylene
SECTION - B
QUESTION 3.
(i) (a) Draw the structural formulae of the two isomers of butane. Give the correct IUPAC
name of each isomer. [2]
(b) State one use of acetylene.
(ii) (a) HCl, HNO3 and H2SO4 are the formulae of three compounds. [2]
Which of these compounds has the highest boiling point and which has the lowest?
(b) Dilute Hydrochloric acid and dilute Sulphuric acid are both colourless solutions. How
will the addition of Barium chloride solution to each help to distinguish between the
two?
(iii) In Period 3 of the Periodic Table, element B is placed to the left of element A. [3]
On the basis of this information, choose the correct word from the brackets to complete the
following statements :
(a) The element B would have (lower/higher) metallic character than A.
(b) The element A would probably have (lesser/higher) electron affinity than B.
(c) The element A would have (greater/smaller) atomic size than B.
(iv) What do you observe when: [3]

(a) Nitric acid is dropped over heated saw dust.
(b) Nitrogen dioxide is passed through acidified freshly prepared Ferrous sulphate solution.
(c) Concentrated Sulphuric acid is slowly added from the sides of the test-tube containing
a solution of Nitrate and equal volume of freshly prepared Ferrous sulphate solution.
QUESTION 4.
(i) (a) Name the compound added to pure alumina to lower the fusion temperature during the
electrolytic reduction of alumina. [2]
(b) Write the equation for the reaction that occurs at the cathode during the extraction of
aluminium by electrolysis.
(ii) Molecular formula of a compound is C6H18O3. Find its empirical formula. [2]
(iii) Give three reactions to show reducing property of ammonia. [3]
(iv) Describe tests (other than electrolysis) to prove that hydrochloric acid contains : [3]
(a) Hydrogen gas
(b) Chlorine gas
QUESTION 5.
(i) (a) Name the substance used for drying Ammonia. [2]
(b) Write an equation to illustrate the reducing nature of Ammonia.
(ii) Carbonic acid gives an acid salt but hydrochloric acid does not. Explain. [2]
(iii) An element X has atomic number 16. Answer the following questions. [3]
(a) State the period and group to which X belongs?
(b) Is X a metal or a non-metal?
(c) What is the valency of X?
(iv) Write a balanced chemical equation for each of the following : [3]
(a) Burning of ethane in plentiful supply of air.
(b) Action of water on Calcium carbide.
(c) Heating of Ethanol at 170°C in the presence of conc. Sulphuric acid.
QUESTION 6.
(i) Under the same conditions of temperature and pressure, you collect 2 litres of Carbon
dioxide, 3 litres of Chlorine, 5 litres of Hydrogen, 4 litres of Nitrogen and 1 litre of Sulphur
dioxide. In which gas sample will there be [2]
(a) the greatest number of molecules?
(b) the least number of molecules?
Justify your answer.
(ii) From the list of the following salts choose the salt, that most appropriately fits the description
given in the following : [2]
[AgCl, MgCl2, NaHSO4, PbCO3, ZnCO3, KNO3, Ca(NO3)2]
(a) A deliquescent salt.
(b) An insoluble chloride.
(iii) The following questions refer to the electrolysis of copper sulphate solution with copper
electrodes : [3]
(a) Compare the change in mass of the cathode with the change in mass of anode.
(b) What happens to the colour of copper sulphate solution of platinum electrodes are
used? Explain with observation.
(c) What is the practical application of the electrolysis of copper sulphate solution ? Briefly
describe one such application.
(iv) State the electrode reaction at the anode during the electrolysis of : [3]
(a) Aqueous copper sulphate using platinum electrodes
(b) Acidified water
(c) Aqueous nickel sulphate solution using nickel anode
QUESTION 7.
(i) Identify the term or substance based on the descriptions given below : [3]
(a) Hydrocarbon containing a triple bond used for welding purposes.
(b) The property by virtue of which the compound has the same molecular formula but
different structural formulae.
(c) The compound formed where two alkyl groups are linked by group.
(ii) The diagram given below is to prepare iron(III) chloride in the laboratory : [3]
(a) What is substance B ?

(b) What is the purpose of B ?
(c) Why is iron(III) chloride to be stored in a closed container?
(i) [4]
Group IA IIA IIIA IVA VA VIA VIIA 0

number 1 2 13 14 15 16 17 18
2nd period Li D O J Ne
A Mg E Si H M
R T I Q U Y
1. In this table H does not represent hydrogen.
2. Some elements are given in their own symbol and position in the periodic table.
3. While others are shown with a letter.
With reference to the table answer the following questions :
(a) Identify the most electronegative element.
(b) Identify the most reactive element of group 1.
(c) Identify the element from period 3 with least atomic size.
(d) How many valence electrons are present in Q?
QUESTION 8.
(i) Identify the cations in each of the following case : [2]

(a) NaOH solution when added to the Solution (A) gives a reddish brown precipitate.
(b) NH4OH Solution when added to the Solution (B) gives white ppt. which does not
dissolve in excess.
(ii) Why do atoms combine ? [2]
(iii) Complete and balance the following equations: [3]

(a) Na 2 SO 3 + H 2 SO 4 $ ......... + ......... + .........
(b) NaCl + H 2 SO 4 $ ......... + .........
(c) C 12 H 22 O 11 + H 2 SO 4 $ ......... + .........
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Sample Paper 17
Chemistry
Science Paper - 2
SECTION - A
QUESTION 1.
(i) The electrolyte used for electroplating an article with silver is :

(a) silver nitrate solution (b) silver cyanide solution
(c) sodium argentocyanide solution (d) nickel sulphate solution
(ii) Which one of the following will not produce an acid when made to react with water ?
(a) Carbon monoxide (b) Carbon dioxide
(c) Nitrogen dioxide (d) Sulphur trioxide
(iii) Which of the following types of elements show variable valency?

(a) s-block elements (b) Transition elements
(c) p-block elements (d) d-block elements
(iv) Carbonic acid is a dibasic acid. Why ?

(a) Because it has double electron at its valence cell
(b) Because it has two replaceable hydrogen atoms
(c) Both (a) and (b) are correct
(v) Group IIA elements are known as :

(a) Alkali metals (b) Noble gases
(c) Halogens (d) Alkaline earth metals
(vi) The ratio between the number of molecules in 2 g of hydrogen and 32 g of oxygen is:
[Given that H = 1, O = 16]
(a) 1 : 2 (b) 1 : 0.01
(c) 1 : 1 (d) 0.01 : 1
(vii) The salt which in solution gives a pale green precipitate with sodium hydroxide solution and
a white precipitate with barium chloride solution is:
(a) Iron (II) sulphate (b) Iron (III) sulphate
(c) Iron (II) chloride (d) Iron (III) chloride
(viii) Among the following, the atom of smallest radius is

(a) Na (b) K
(c) Li (d) Br
(ix) Commercial and common name of tri nitroglycerine is.

(a) Aqua Regia (b) T.N.T.
(c) Dynamite (d) Nitrosyl Chlorid
(x) Inner transition elements comprise of .......... block.

(a) c (b) d
(c) f (d) e
(xi) In the given equation, identify the role played by concentrated sulphuric acid
S + 2H 2 SO 4 $ 3SO 2 + 2H 2 O
(a) Non-volatile acid (b) Oxidising agent
(c) Dehydrating agent (d) None of these above
(xii) In which of the following compounds —OH is the functional group ?

(a) Butanol (b) Butanone
(c) Butanoic acid (d) Butanal
(xiii) Ammonium hydroxide is a weak alkali which dissociates partially to furnish ............... OH–
ions precipitate ............... metal hydroxides.
(a) Insufficient, Soluble (b) Insufficient, Insoluble
(c) Sufficient, Insoluble (d) Sufficient, Soluble
(xiv) Liquid NH3 is employed in refrigerator because:

(a) it has high heat of evaporation. (b) it is stable hydride.
(c) it has a high dipole moment. (d) it is more basic.
(xv) Electronic configuration of an element X having atomic number 24 is

(a) 2, 8, 8, 6 (b) 2, 8, 8, 3
(c) 2, 8, 2, 8 (d) 2, 8, 7, 7
QUESTION 2.
(i) [5]
(a) Give the reaction which takes place between the reactants.
(b) What is the function of calcium oxide ?
(c) What is the function of inverted gas jar ?
(d) Can we use phosphorous pentaoxide to dry ammonia ? If not, why ?
(e) Which method for collection of gas is shown in the diagram ?
(ii) Match the options A to E with the statements (i) to (v): [5]
A alkynes (i) No. of molecules in 22.4 dm3 of carbon dioxide at S.T.P
B alkane (ii) An element with electronic configuration 2,8,8,3
C iron (iii) C n H 2n + 2
D 6.023 # 1023 (iv) C n H 2n - 2
E metal (v) The metal that forms two types of ions

(a) There are ______ (seventeen, eighteen) groups and ______ (six, seven) periods
in the periodic table.
(b) The ______ (higher/lower) the concentration of an ion in a solution, the greater is
the probability of being discharged at its appropriate electrode.
(c) Ammonia reacts with excess chlorine to form ______ (nitrogen/nitrogen tri-chloride/
ammonium chloride).
(d) The catalyst used for conversion of ethene to ethane is commonly ______ (nickel/
iron/cobalt).
______ + ______ + ______ _Cl2 /4H2 O/3PbCl2i .
T
(e) Pb 3 O 4 + HCl (conc.)

(a) Basicity of Sulphuric acid.
(b) Green coloured compound formed when SO 2 is passed through acidified Potassium
dichromate.
(c) The elements present in the first period.
(d) A non-metal which has three electrons in the valence shell.
(e) The most electronegative element in the third period.
(v) Give the structural formula for the following : [5]

(a) Methanoic acid (b) Ethanal
(c) Ethyne (d) Acetone
(e) 2-methyl propane.
SECTION - B
QUESTION 3.
(i) Draw the structural formula for each of the following: [2]
(a) Ethanoic acid
(b) But-2-yne
(ii) In this question you are required to supply the word for words that will make each sentence
into correct statement which is to be written down again completely. [2]
(a) Copper sulphate crystals are dehydrated by sulphuric acid.
(b) Crystals of sulphur are obtained when a solution of sulphur in carbon disulphide is
allowed to evaporate.
(iii) Study the extract of the Periodic Table given below and answer the questions that follow.
Give the alphabet corresponding to the element in question. DO NOT repeat an element. [3]
(a) Which element forms electrovalent compound with G ?

(b) The ion of which element will migrate towards the cathode during electrolysis ?
(c) Which non-metallic element has the valency of 2 ?
(iv) During thunder storm, the rain water contains Nitric acid. The Nitric acid is formed as a
result of three chemical reactions. Describe (or write balanced chemical equations for) these
three reactions. [3]
QUESTION 4.
(i) (a) To protect iron from rusting it is coated with a thin layer of zinc. Name this process. [2]
(b) Name a non-metal that has a metallic lustre and sublimes on heating.
(ii) 112 cc of a gaseous fluoride of phosphorus has a mass of 0.63 g. Calculate the relative
molecular mass of the fluoride. If the molecule of the fluoride contains only one atom of
phosphorus, then determine the formula of the phosphorus fluoride. [F = 19; P = 31] [2]
(iii) Identify the substances A, B, C, D and E in the following reactions. Also give a balanced
equation for each conversion. [3]
(iv) What will you observe when: [3]

(a) Hydrogen chloride gas is passed through Silver nitrate solution?
(b) Hydrogen chloride gas comes in contact with Ammonia solution?
(c) Hydrogen chloride gas is passed through Lead nitrate solution and the product thus
formed is heated?
QUESTION 5.
(i) Write a balanced equation for a reaction in which ammonia is oxidised by : [2]
(a) a metal oxide;
(b) a gas which is not oxygen.
(ii) Define the term neutralisation. [2]
(iii) Choose the answer from the list which fits the description. [3]
(Calcium silicate, zone of heat absorption, coke, combustion zone, alumina)
(a) Name of the compound which is formed by the reaction between silica and calcium
oxide.
(b) Name of the middle part zone of the blast furnace.
(c) A black powdery substance is used for the reduction of zinc oxide during its extraction
process.
(iv) Write a balanced chemical equation for the preparation of : [3]

(a) Ethene from bromoethane
(b) Ethyne using calcium carbide
(c) Methane from sodium acetate.
QUESTION 6.
(i) Each of the two flasks contains 2.0 g of gas at the same temperature and pressure. One flask
contains oxygen and the other hydrogen. [2]
(a) Which sample contains the greater number of molecules ?
(b) If the hydrogen sample contains N molecules, how many molecules are present in oxygen
sample ?
(ii) (a) Give the name and formula of the acid salt which gives sodium ions and sulphate ions
in solution. [2]
(b) From the following list of substances, choose those which meet the description given
below. Ammonium chloride, ammonium nitrate, chlorine, dilute hydrochloric acid,
iron, lead nitrate, manganese (IV) oxide, silver nitrate, sodium nitrate sulphur. Two
compounds whose aqueous solution gives white precipitate with dilute hydrochloric
acid.
(iii) Electrolysis is used in the purification of metals. Name : [3]

(a) the anode
(b) the cathode
(c) the electrolyte, you would used to get pure copper from a piece of impure copper.
(iv) With reference to electroplating, answer the following : [3]

(a) Why are articles electroplated ?
(b) During electroplating, explain why :
(1) a direct current is used.
(2) a small current should be used for a longer time.
QUESTION 7.
(i) State one important use of each : [3]

(a) Ethanol
(b) Acetylene
(c) Chloroform
(ii) Write balanced equations to satisfy each statement: [3]

(a) Acid + Sulphide " Salt + Hydrogen sulphide
(b) Acid + Active metal " Salt + Hydrogen
(c) Acid + Base " Salt + Water
(iii) Consider the section of the periodic table given below : [4]
Group numbers IA IIA IIIA IVA VA VIA VIIA 0
1 2 13 14 15 16 17 18
Li F O J Ne
A Mg E Si H K
B C F G L
Note : In this table B does not represent boron

C does not represent carbon
F does not represent fluorine
H does not represent hydrogen
K does not represent potassium
You must see the position of the element in the periodic table.
Some elements are given in their own symbol and position in the periodic table, while others
are shown with a letter. With reference to the table :
(a) Which is the most electronegative ?
(b) How many valence electrons are present in G?
(c) Write the formula of the compound between B and H.
(d) In the compound between F and J, what type of bond will be formed ?
QUESTION 8.
(i) Write a balanced chemical equation for each of the following : [2]
(a) Reaction of sodium hydroxide solution with iron (III) chloride solution.
(b) Reaction of zinc with potassium hydroxide solution.
(ii) Nitrogen and water are both covalent compounds but nitrogen is a gas and water is a liquid
at room temperature. Explain. [2]
(iii) Concentrated sulphuric acid [3]

(a) has a great affinity for water,
(b) is an oxidising agent,
(c) is the least volatile acid.
Give one reaction each with equations to show the above properties of conc. sulphuric acid.
(iv) Give reasons: [3]

(a) Pure nitric acid gives a yellow brown colour when exposed to light.
(b) Colourless nitric oxide forms brown fumes in air.
(c) Aluminium is more active metal than iron, but suffers less corrosion.
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Sample Paper 19
Chemistry
Science Paper - 2
SECTION - A
QUESTION 1.
(i) Identify the weak electrolyte from the following:

(a) Sodium chloride solution (b) Dilute hydrochloric acid
(c) Dilute sulphuric acid (d) Aqueous acetic acid.
(ii) The gas liberated when sodium sulphite reacts with dilute sulphuric acid:
(a) Carbon dioxide (b) Hydrogen
(c) Sulphur dioxide (d) Hydrogen sulphide
(iii) On moving from left to right across a period of the periodic table, the electron affinity of
the elements in groups 1 to 7 :
(a) Goes up and then down (b) Decreases and then increases
(c) Decreases (d) Increases
(iv) Which gas is evolved when HNO 3 react with sodium bicarbonate?
(a) CO 2 (b) SO 2
(c) H 2 (d) H 2 S
(v) If an electron .......... energy it jumps to lower energy level from high energy level.
(a) lose (b) gain
(c) equal (d) not of the above
(vi) The gas law which relates the volume of a gas to the number of molecules of the gas is :
(a) Avogadro’s Law (b) Gay Lussac’s Law
(c) Boyle’s Law (d) Charle’s Law
(vii) Sodium hydroxide turns phenolphthalein solution.

(a) orange (b) yellow
(c) colourless (d) pink
(viii) The non-metallic character of the elements down the group

(a) remains the same (b) increases
(c) decreases (d) depends on the period
(ix) Diammonium hydrogen phosphate, (NH4)2 HPO4, is a widely used fertiliser. Which of the
following substance could be added to this compound to produce a mixture that provides
the three principle elements needed for plant growth?
(a) Magnesium nitrate (b) Ammonium sulphate
(c) Ammonium phosphate (d) Potassium chloride
(x) The amount of energy released when one or more electron is added to the neutral atom.
(a) Ionisation energy (b) Electron affinity
(c) Electro-negativity (d) Atomicity
(xi) When dilute sulphuric acid reacts with iron sulphide, the gas evolved is
(a) Hydrogen sulphide (b) Sulphur dioxide
(c) Sulphur trioxide (d) Vapour of sulphuric acid
Alkaline KMnO 4
(xii) CH3CH2OH Heat
CH3COOH
In the above reaction, alkaline KMnO4 acts as

(a) oxidising agent (b) reducing agent
(c) catalyst (d) dehydrating agent
(xiii) Which of the following hydroxide is soluble in excess of NaOH?

(a) Cr(OH)3 (b) Zn(OH)2
(c) Ca(OH)2 (d) Fe(OH)3
(xiv) Ammonium nitrate is used______.

(a) in lining vessels (b) as a smelling salt
(c) in textile industry (d) in preparing explosives
(xv) An element having electronic configuration 2, 8, 18, 3 belongs to which group of the Modern
Periodic Table?
(a) 3rd group (b) 13th group
(c) 18th group (d) 15th group
QUESTION 2.
(i) Write equation for the following : [5]

(a) Burning of ammonia in oxygen.
(b) How soluble is ammonia in water ?
(c) Give two evidences to show that the solution of ammonia in water contains hydroxide
ions.
(d) Name a simple method that you would employ to prepare ammonium salts in your
laboratory.
(ii) Match the column I with column II : [5]
Column-I Column-II
(a) Metals have low ______ (ionization energy/kinetic energy) and non-metals have
high ______ (electron affinity/electron proablity).
(b) Metals are good ______ (oxidizing agents/reducing agents) because they are electron
______ (acceptors/donors).
(c) Ammonium chloride is a soluble salt prepared by ______ (precipitation/
neutralisation).
(d) Ethanoic acid reacts with ethanol in presence of concentrated H2SO4, so as to form a
compound and water. The chemical reaction which takes place is called ______.
(dehydration/hydrogenation/esterification).
(e) The major cause of periodicity is the recurrence of similar ______ (electronic
configuration/electric configuration).

(a) Gas obtained by dehydration of Ethanol.
(b) A dilute mineral acid which forms a white precipitate when treated with barium chloride
solution.
(c) The noble gas with duplet arrangement of electrons.
(d) The non-metallic element present in third period other than sulphur and oxygen.
(e) The gas evolved on reaction of aluminium with boiling concentrated caustic alkali
solution.
(v) (a) Give balanced equations for the laboratory preparations of the following organic
compounds: [5]
(1) A saturated hydrocarbon from iodomethane.
(2) An unsaturated hydrocarbon from an alcohol.
(3) An unsaturated hydrocarbon from calcium carbide.
(1) An isomer of n-butane.
(2) 2-propanol.
SECTION - B
QUESTION 3.
(i) (a) Draw the structural formulae of the two isomers of Butane. Give the correct IUPAC
name of each isomer. [2]
(b) State one use of acetylene.
(ii) Write the equation for the following reactions: [2]

(a) Dilute Sulphuric acid and Barium chloride
(b) Dilute Sulphuric acid and Sodium sulphide
(iii) Two columns A and B are given. [3]
Column A Column B
1. Sodium chloride Covalent bond
2. Ammonium ion Ionic bond
3. Carbon tetrachloride. Covalent and Coordinate bond
Answer as follows :
(a) Correct item from B matching sodium chloride.
(b) Correct item from B matching ammonium ion.
(c) Correct item from B matching carbon tetrachloride.
(iv) The figure given below illustrates the apparatus used in the laboratory preparation of nitric
acid. [3]
(a) Name A (a liquid), B (a solid) and C (a liquid). (Do not give the formulae)
(b) Write an equation to show how nitric acid undergoes decomposition.
(c) Write the equation for the reaction in which copper is oxidized by concentrated nitric
acid.
QUESTION 4.
(i) (a) Name the solution used to react with Bauxite as a first step in obtaining pure aluminium
oxide, in the Baeyer’s process. [2]
(b) Write the equation for the reaction where the aluminum oxide for the electrolytic
extraction of aluminum is obtained by heating aluminum hydroxide.
(ii) Find the empirical formula and the molecular formula of an organic compound from the
data given below : [2]
C = 75.92%, H = 6.32% and N = 17.76%
The vapour density of the compound is 39.5.
[C = 12, H = 1, N = 14]
(iii) Give reasons for the following : [3]

(a) Though ammonium nitrite readily gives nitrogen on heating, a mixture of ammonium
chloride and sodium nitrite in water is heated to prepare nitrogen in laboratory.
(b) Ammonia cannot be collected over water.
(iv) The following questions are related to the laboratory preparation of hydrochloride acid. [3]
(a) Name the reactants used.
(b) Give suitable reason for choosing these reactants.
(c) Write balanced chemical equation for the reaction taking place below 200°C.
QUESTION 5.
(i) State your observation for the following case: [2]

(a) Ammonia gas is burnt in an atmosphere of oxygen in the absence of a catalyst.
(b) Glass rod dipped in ammonium hydroxide is brought near the mouth of the concentrated
hydrochloric acid bottle.
(ii) Find the odd one out and explain your choice (note: valency is not a criterion) [2]
(a) Al(OH)3, Pb(OH)2, Mg(OH)2, Zn(OH)2
(b) Formic acid, Nitric acid, Acetic acid, Propanoic acid.
(iii) X[2, 6] and Y[2, 8, 8, 1] are two elements. [3]

Using this information complete the following.
(a) ______ is the metallic element.
(b) ______ is a reducing agent.
(c) When element X is strongly heated in element Y then compound ______ is formed.
(iv) Give the structural formula of the following: [3]

(a) ethanol.
(b) 1-propanal.
(c) ethanoic acid.
(d) 1, 2, dichloroethane.
QUESTION 6.
(i) What is the mass in grams of [2]

(a) 0.5 mole of Nitric acid?
(b) 3 moles of Sodium hydroxide?
(ii) (a) Two solutions X and Y have pH values of 3 and 9 respectively. Which one of these two
will give a pink colour with phenolphthalein indicator ? [2]
(b) The pH value of pure water is 7. Compare the pH values of sulphur dioxide solution and
ammonia solution with that of pure water.
(iii) (a) Write two applications of electrolysis in which the anode diminishes in mass. [3]
(b) If the compound formed between X [a metal with a valency of 2] and Y [ a non-metal
with a valency of 3] is melted and an electric current is passed through the molten
compound, the element X will be obtained at the ______and Y at the ______ of
the electrolyte cell. [Provide the missing words]
(c) What kind of particles will be found in a liquid compound which is non-electrolyte ?
(iv) Give reasons for the following : [3]

(a) Electrolysis of molten lead bromide is considered a reaction in which oxidation and
reduction i.e., a redox reaction occurs.
(b) The blue colour of aqueous copper sulphate fades when it is electrolysed using platinum
electrodes.
(c) Lead bromide undergoes electrolytic dissociation in the molten state but is a non-
electrolyte in the solid state.
QUESTION 7.
(i) Draw the relevant structural formula of : [3]

(a) ethane,
(b) marsh gas,
(c) ethene
(ii) Answer the following questions relating to salts and their preparation: [3]
(a) What is a salt?
(b) What kind of salt is prepared by precipitation?
(c) Name a salt prepared by direct combination. Write the equation for the reaction that
takes place while preparing the salt you have named.
(iii) The elements of one short period of the table are given below in order from left to right : [4]
Li Be B C O F Ne
(a) To which period do these elements belong?
(b) One element of this period is missing. Which is the missing element and where should
it be placed ?
(c) Which one of the elements in this period shows the property of catenation ?
(d) Place the three elements Fluorine, Beryllium and Nitrogen in the order of increasing
electro-negativity.
QUESTION 8.
(i) Give a chemical test to distinguish between the following pair of compounds : Calcium
nitrate solution and zinc nitrate solution. [2]
(ii) How many covalent bonds are present in [2]

(a) ammonia molecule and
(b) Methane molecule ?
(iii) A, B, C and D summarize the properties of Sulphuric acid depending on whether it is dilute
or concentrated. Choose the property (A, B, C or D) depending on which is relevant to each
of the preparations (a) to (c). [3]
(A) Dilute acid (typical acid property)
(B) Non-volatile acid
(C) Oxidizing agent
(D) Dehydrating agent.
(a) Preparation of Hydrogen chloride
(b) Preparation of Ethane from Ethanol
(c) Preparation of Copper sulphate from Copper oxide.
(iv) Choose the substance given in A, B, C with its properties given in 1 to 3. [3]
A. Sulphur B. Hydrogen sulphite C. Graphite
(1) A non-metal which is a good conductor of electricity.
(2) A non-metal which reacts with concentrated nitric acid to form its own and as one of
the product.
(3) Monobasic acid having molecular mass of 36.5 u.
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Sample Paper 20
Chemistry
Science Paper - 2
SECTION - A
QUESTION 1.
(i) A compound which liberates reddish brown gas around the anode during electrolysis in its
molten state is :
(a) Sodium chloride (b) Copper (II) oxide
(c) Copper (II) sulphate (d) Lead (II) bromide
(ii) An organic weak acid is :

(a) Nitric acid (b) Sulphuric acid
(c) Formic acid (d) Hydrochloric acid
(iii) An element A belonging in Period 3 and Group II will have

(a) 3 shells and 3 valence electrons
(b) 2 shells and 3 valence electrons
(c) 3 shells and 2 valence electrons
(d) 2 shells and 2 valence electrons
(iv) Which one of the following will not produce an acid when made to react with water ?
(a) Nitrogen dioxide (b) Carbon dioxide
(c) Carbon monoxide (d) Sulphur trioxide
(v) Boiling point and melting point of halogens ______ (increase/ decrease) with increase
in atomic number.
(a) increases
(b) remains same
(c) non-uniformly varies
(d) decreases
(vi) It is recommended that ammonia bottles should be opened after cooling in ice for sometime.
This is because
(a) it has high vapour pressure
(b) it brings tears
(c) it is explosive liquid
(d) none of these
(vii) An alkali which completely dissociates into ions is ...............

(a) calcium hydroxide
(b) ammonium hydroxide
(c) barium hydroxide
(d) None of the above.
(viii) Which of the following statements is not a correct statement about the trends when going
from left to right across the Periodic Table?
(a) The elements become less metallic in nature.
(b) The atoms lose their electrons more easily.
(c) The number of valency electrons increases.
(d) The oxides become more acidic.
(ix) HNO3 in pure state is colourless but it is often of yellow colour. It is due of
(a) unstable structure of HNO3 which immediately changes to NO2 .
(b) conversion of HNO3 into NO+2 .
(c) interaction of atmospheric gases with HNO3 .
(d) photochemical decomposition in presence of sunlight.
(x) The most metallic element in its respective group is placed :

(a) At the top
(b) In the middle
(c) At the bottom
(d) Sometimes in the middle and sometimes at the top
(xi) Dilute sulphuric acid will produce a white precipitate when added to a solution of :
(a) copper nitrate
(b) zinc nitrate
(c) lead nitrate
(d) sodium nitrate
(xii) The IUPAC name for iso-butyl group is

(a) 2-methylethyl
(b) 1, 1-dimethylethyl
(c) 1-methylpropyl
(d) 2-methylpropyl
(xiii) Zinc hydroxide forms gelatinous .......... ppts.

(a) red soluble
(b) yellow insoluble
(c) white soluble
(d) white insoluble
(xiv) Which of the following-statements is incorrect about ammonia?

(a) It can be dried by P2O5, H2SO4 and CaCl2.
(b) It gives black precipitate with calomel.
(c) It is oxidised by oxygen at 700°C in the presence of platinum.
(d) It gives white fumes with HCl.
(xv) Ionisation Potential increases over a period from left to right because the :
(a) Atomic radius increases and nuclear charge increase.
(b) Atomic radius decreases and nuclear charge increase.
(c) Atomic radius increases and nuclear charge decreases.
(d) Atomic radius and nuclear charge decrease.
QUESTION 2.
(i) (a) Name one element, in following case, to which the following description would apply:
The burning metal which combines directly with Nitrogen. [5]
(b) Name the gas that you can obtain in the laboratory from each of the following and write
the equation for the reaction taking place in each case:
(1) Ammonium nitrite
(2) Ammonium chloride
(c) What CFC’s commonly called as ?
(ii) Match the column I with column II: [5]
Column-I Column-II
(a) The properties of element which reoccur after a regular interval are called ______
(periodic/column) properties.
(b) Non-metals have ______ (high/low) electron affinity.
(c) When ammonium chloride is heated, it undergoes ______(thermal decomposition/
thermal dissociation).
(d) The product formed when ethene gas reacts with water in the presence of sulphuric acid
is_____(ethanol/ethanal/ethanoic acid)
(e) NaCl + H 2 SO 4 (conc.) $ ______ ( NaHSO 4, Na.H2 ) + ______ ( HCl, SO 4 Cl ).

(a) A black coloured substance formed when Sugar is dehydrated.
(b) The amount of energy released when an atom in the gaseous state accepts an electron
to form an anion.
(c) The energy released when an electron is added to a neutral gaseous isolated atom to
form a negatively charged ion.
(d) The tendency of an atom to attract electrons towards itself when combined in a covalent
compound.
(e) An alkaline earth metal present in group 2 and period 3.
(v) A. (a) State the structural formula of ethane. [5]

(b) What type of reaction has taken place between ethane and chlorine ?
(c) What type of reaction between ethene and chlorine ?
(d) What feature of the ethene structure makes such a reaction possible ?
(e) Name the product of the reaction between ethene and chlorine.
B. Write the equation of the complete combustion of ethane.
C. Burning acetylene (ethyne) in oxygen produces a very hot flame. What is this hot flame
used for ?
SECTION - B
QUESTION 3.
(i) Methane is the first member of alkane, when it is treated with excess of chlorine in the
presence of diffused sunlight forms carbon tetrachloride. Draw the appropriate structural
formula of carbon tetrachloride and state the type of bond present in it. [2]
(ii) Why SO3 is not directly dissolved in water to form sulphuric acid ? [2]
(iii) Elements X, Y and Z have atomic number 6, 9 and 12 respectively. Which one ? [3]
(a) forms an anion.
(b) forms a cation.
(c) has four electrons in its valence shell.
(iv) Nitric acid cannot be concentrated beyond 68% by the distillation of a dilute solution of
HNO3. Explain why ? [3]
QUESTION 4.
(i) (a) Name the compound added to pure alumina to lower the fusion temperature during the
electrolytic reduction of alumina. [2]
(b) Write the equation for the reaction that occurs at the cathode during the extraction of
aluminium by electrolysis.
(ii) Determine the empirical formula of a compound containing 47.9% potassium, 5.5% beryllium
and 46.6% fluorine by mass. [2]
(Atomic weight of Be = 9; F = 19; K = 39)
Work to one decimal place.
(iii) (a) [3]

(1) Which feature of the Ammonia molecules leads to the formation of Ammonium ion
when Ammonia dissolves in Water ?
(2) Name the other ion formed when Ammonia dissolves in Water.
(3) Give one test that can be used to detect the presence of the ion produced in (a) (2).
(b) Write the equations for the following reactions which result in the formation of Ammonia:
(1) A mixture of Ammonium chloride and Slaked lime is heated.
(2) Aluminium nitride and Water.
(iv) Explain the following : [3]

(a) Dry hydrogen chloride gas does not affect a dry strip of blue litmus paper but it turns
red in the presence of a drop of water.
(b) Hydrogen chloride gas is not collected over water.
QUESTION 5.
(i) State two relevant observations, for each of the following: [2]
and then in excess.
and then in excess.
(ii) State your observation when : [2]

Barium chloride solution is mixed with Sodium Sulphate Solution.
(iii) Choose the substances given in the box below to answer the following questions. [3]
Acid salts Neutralisation reaction Calcium oxide
Decomposition reaction Basic salts Aluminium oxide
(a) Name the metal oxide which can react with an acid as well as base.
(b) Which reaction involves the formation of salts?
(c) Which type of salts is NaHSO3?
(iv) What is the general formula of a saturated hydrocarbon ? [3]

(a) Give an example of such a hydrocarbon along with its structural formula.
(b) A white solid on treating with water liberates acetylene gas. Name the solid.
(c) Write an equation for the preparation of ethylene gas from ethyl alcohol.
QUESTION 6.
(i) What is the number of molecules in [2]

(a) 10 grams of Calcium carbonate?
(b) 3.6 grams of Water?
(ii) (a) Name a substance which changes the blue colour of copper sulphate crystals to white. [2]
(b) Anhydrous hydrogen chloride is not an acid but its aqueous solution is a strong acid.
Explain.
(iii) Describe what you would see at anode and cathode during electrolysis of copper (II) chloride,
using platinum cathode and carbon anode. Write ionic equations for the reactions at anode
and cathode. [3]
(iv) Give reasons for the following : [3]

(a) Aluminium is extracted from its oxide by electrolytic reduction and not by conventional
reducing agents.
(b) The volume of hydrogen and oxygen formed at the cathode and anode are 2 : 1 by
volume respectively.
(c) In the electrolysis of acidified water dilute sulphuric acid is preferred to dilute nitric acid
for acidification.
QUESTION 7.
(i) Draw the relevant structural formula of : [3]

(a) acetylene
(b) 2-Butyne
(c) propylene
(ii) For each of the salts A , B , C and D suggest a suitable method of preparation which
relates to its description given below: [3]
(a) ‘A’ is a sodium salt.
(b) ‘B ’ is an insoluble salt.
(c) ‘C ’ is a soluble salt of copper.
(Do not describe the procedure for the preparation. Refer only to the appropriate method.)

(iii) The electronic configurations of three elements X, Y and Z are given below : [4]
X 2
Y 2, 6
Z 2, 8, 2
(a) Which element belongs to second period?
(b) Which element belongs to second group?
(c) Which element belongs to zero group ?
QUESTION 8.
(i) What are the colour of the precipitates when ammonium hydroxide is added to the following
solutions? [2]
(a) Iron(II) chloride
(b) Iron(III) chloride
(ii) By drawing an electron dot diagram, show the formation of ammonium Ion. [2]
[Atomic No.: N = 7 and H = 1]
(iii) Describe experiments to prove that sulphuric acid contains (a) hydrogen, (b) oxygen. [3]
(iv) Explain the following: [3]

(a) Direct absorption of HCl gas in water is not preferred.
(b) All glass apparatus is used in the laboratory preparation of HNO3.
(c) NaCl has a high melting point.
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(ii) If the pH of a solution is ‘2’, then the solution is a

(vi) Which of the following is a weak electrolyte ?

(vii) 10-6 M HCl is divided to 100 times its pH will be

(viii) The electron affinity of Be is similar to

(ix) Nitric acid was also known as :

(xi) Nitric acid turns orange coloured methyl orange.

(xii) Heating sodium acetate with soda lime produces :

(a) Name the gas collected in the jar.

(ii) Match the following Column-I with Column-II: [5]

(iv) Identify the following: [5]

(i) Write down the equations for following reactions : [2]

(i) State : [2]

(iii) Copper sulphate solution is electrolysed using copper electrodes. [3]

(i) Name the following: [3]

(i) Solid sodium chloride does not conduct electricity as

(ii) The acidity of aluminium hydroxide is

(v) What is the fundamental property of classification in modern periodic law?

(vi) Electrolysis of aqueous copper sulphate is carried by using :

(ix) The brown ring test is used for the detection of

(xi) Catalyst used in Ostwald’s process.

(xii) The functional group present in acetic acid is:

(xiv) Ammonia turns yellow turmeric solution .......... .

(a) Which property of ammonia is depicted in above diagram ?

(ii) Match the column A with column B. [5]

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(iv) Identify the following: [5]

(v) Give the structural formula for the following : [5]

(i) Name the following : [2]

(a) State the number of valence electrons in atom J .

(iv) (a) A solution has a pH of 7. Explain how you would [3]

(ii) Calculate the mass of [2]

(a) Identify the gas Y .

(ii) What are the terms defined below? [2]

(i) What is the mass in grams of [2]

(ii) Give suitable chemical terms for the following :

The above diagram shows industrial preparation of nitric acid.

(iv) Give reasons: [3]

(c) Cl- (d) H+

(ii) Which of the following is a tribasic acid?

(iii) Alkaline earth metals have the same

(iv) Vinegar contains ............... acid.

(vi) During electrolysis of sodium chloride the gas released at anode is :

(vii) NaHSO3 is an example of which type of salts?

(viii) Across a period, the ionization potential ...............

(ix) Which acid is used for brown ring test ?

(xii) Compounds of carbon and hydrogen are known as

(xiv) The ratio by volume of Nitrogen and Hydrogen in Haber’s process is

(ii) Match the following column A with Column B: [5]

(iv) Identify the following: [5]

(iii) Consider the following elements : [3]

(i) The following questions are related to Iron: [2]

(i) Give four uses of ammonia. [2]

(iii) Explain the following: [3]

(i) What is the mass in grams of 1 mole of [2]

(i) Write balanced chemical equations: [3]

(i) State one observation for each of the following: [2]

(iv) Element X is a metal with a valency of 2, Y is a non-metal with a valency of 3. [3]

(i) Which statement about conduction of electricity is correct?

(ii) The products formed when an acid reacts with a base is