James Ruse 2005 Chemistry Trials & Solutions

Section I
Total Marks (75)

Part A
Total marks (15)
Attempt Questions 1-15
Allow about 30 minutes for this part
INSTRUCTIONS
Use the multiple choice answer sheet on page 5
JRAHS Chemistry Trial 2005
page 1 of 21
1. When equal volumes of 0.10 mol L 1 HCl and NaOH are mixed in a calorimeter a temperature rise is
observed. Which equation explains the observation?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
H +(aq) + H2O (l) H3O +(aq)

NaCl (aq) Na+(aq) + Cl (aq)
H +(aq) + OH (aq) H2O (l)
HCl (aq) H +(aq) + Cl (aq)
H
H
H
H
=
=
=
=
57.9 kJ mol 1
+ 57.9 kJ mol 1
57.9 kJ mol 1
+ 57.9 kJ mol 1
2. Which set shows the degree of ionisation of acetic, citric and hydrochloric acids?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
acetic < citric < hydrochloric

hydrochloric > acetic > citric
hydrochloric < citric < acetic
citric < hydrochloric < acetic
3. An HCl solution is diluted with water increasing its volume by tenfold.

Which change does not occur as result of this dilution?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
[H +] decreases tenfold.
pH decreases by ten units.
[OH ] increases tenfold.
pH increases by one unit.
4. The first step in the gravimetric analysis of the sulfate content of lawn fertiliser involves precipitation.
Which solution will precipitate sulfate?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
NaOH
H2SO4
NH3
BaCl2
5. Which species is the conjugate acid of PO4 3 ?

(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
H3PO4
H2PO4
HPO4
PO3 3
6. Which term describes the relationship between the compounds below?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
Cl
Cl
Monomers
Isotopes
Isomers
Allotropes
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7. What is the purpose of adding Fe3+ salts in the process of water treatment?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
to increase tooth hardness

to disinfect the water
to lower the acidity of the water
to coagulate fine particles to improve effective filtering
8. Which of the following methods best determines the total dissolved solids in a water sample?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
AAS
electrical conductivity
a pH meter
a flame test
9. Which of the following is NOT a use for ethylene?

(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
as a monomer for the manufacture of plastics

as a source of ethanoic acid
as a source of ethylene glycol
as a fuel in power plants
10. Why is ethylene readily transformed into many useful products?

(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
due to its high percentage carbon content

due to the presence of a double bond
due to its low boiling point
due to its triple bond
11. Which of the following pairs of monomers are NOT likely to react by condensation polymerisation?
H2C
CH
HC
(A)
CH2
and
H2C
CH
CH2
CH
O
(B)
H2N
CH2
(CH2)4
CH2
NH2
(C)
HO
HO
HO
CH2
(CH2)6
CH2
O
CH2
(CH2)6
CH2
(D)
and
OH and
HO
CH2 CH2
OH
O
CH2
(CH2)6
CH2
OH
and
H2N
CH2
CH2
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NH2
OH
12. Which catalyst is used for the production of ethanol from ethylene.?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
concentrated H3PO4
dilute sulfuric acid
yeast
concentrated H2SO4
13. These results were obtained from an experiment:

Test
acid
Metal X
rapid effervescence:
metal dissolves quickly
Metal L
bubbles slowly form on
surface; rate increases on
heating
Metal Z
some bubbles of gas
form on surface
Which of the following reactions will not occur?

(A)
XCl2(aq) + L (s) LCl2 (aq) + X(s)
(B)
LCl2(aq) + X (s) XCl2 (aq) +
(C)
ZCl2(aq) + X (s) XCl2 (aq) + Z(s)
(D)
ZCl2(aq) + L (s) LCl2 (aq) + Z(s)
L(s)
14. In which of the following transformations is the underlined species undergoing reduction.?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
MnO4- - Mn2+
Cr2O72- CrO42H2O2 O2
SO2 SO3
15. Which of the following transuranic syntheses can occur in a nuclear reactor?
(A)
239
93
Np 239
94 Pu +
0
1
(B)
239
94
Pu + 42 He
1
242
96 Cm + 0 n
(C)
238
92
U +
239
93
(D)
242
96
Cm +
1
0
n
1
1
Np +
0
1
Cf + 01n
245
98
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Student Number
Section I
Part A
Mark
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Multiple Choice Answer Sheet

1.
2.
3.
4.
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15.
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JAMES RUSE AGRICULTURAL HIGH SCHOOL

2005 CHEMISTRY TRIAL HSC EXAM
Student Number
Section I (continued)
Part B - 60 marks
Attempt Questions 16 -29
Allow about 1 hour and 45 minutes for this part
Answer the questions in the spaces provided
Show all relevant working in questions involving calculations
Question 16
(3 marks)
MARKS
Assess the impact of atomic absorption spectroscopy on the scientific understanding of the
effects of trace elements.
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
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MARKS
Question 17
(5 marks)
Jack and his lab partner Jill are given a prac test where they must prove that a sample solution
contains ions of barium, copper and lead. The flow chart shows the test method they followed
Test Solution
2+
Ba
Cu
2+
Pb
2+
Step 1
Addition of Cl
Precipitate X
Step 2
2
Addition of SO4
Precipitate Y
Step 3
Addition of OH
Precipitate Z
(a)
Write net ionic equations showing the formation of precipitates X, Y and Z.

(X)
______________________________________________________________
(Y)
______________________________________________________________
(Z)
______________________________________________________________
Problem 17 continues next page..
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(b)
What problem would occur if the sequence was changed by adding SO42 in Step 1
and Cl in Step 2?
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
(c)
Jill suggests that the test procedure could be simplified by performing flame tests on the
original test solution proving the presence of Ba2+ and Cu2+.
Comment on the validity of Jills suggestion
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
Question 18
(4 marks)
Ammonium sulfate is commonly used as a lawn fertiliser.

(a) Calculate the mass percentage of sulfate in (NH4)2SO4.
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
Question 18 continues next page

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(b)
Three high schools perform a sulfate analysis of ammonium sulfate by precipitating

the sulfate followed by filtration. The schools results were
Filtration Method
Students Comments
Mean Sulfate
%
Avogadro H.S.
Sintered glass crucible was

used.
The filtration was very quick using

a vacuum pump.
The filtrate was slightly cloudy.
63.9
Le Chtelier
H.S.
0.1% agar solution was

used as a coagulating
agent. Normal filter paper
was used.
The mixture filtered quickly at

first, then slowed down.
The filtrate was clear.
76.3
Haber H.S.
Fine grade filter paper was

used.
The filtering took a long time.

The filtrate was milky.
58.2
School
Evaluate the validity of each schools experimental results.
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
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MARKS
Question 19
(a)
(5 marks)
Write a balanced chemical equation showing citric acid ionising in water by donating a
proton to a water molecule.
_____________________________________________________________________________
(b)
Write the formula of the conjugate base of citric acid.
_____________________________________________________________________________
(c)
Citric acid and acetic acid are common food additives. Discuss their use.
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
(d)
A student analyses the amount of citric acid present in orange juice by titration with
standardised NaOH. Suggest a suitable indicator for this titration
_________________________________________________________________________________
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MARKS
Question 20
(a)
(6 marks)
Identify whether sodium hydrogen carbonate is an acidic, basic or neutral salt.

Write a balanced equation to explain its acidic, basic or neutral nature in water.
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
(b)
(c)
The hydrogen carbonate ion is amphiprotic.

Write two balanced equations showing the hydrogen carbonate ion acting as a
BrnstedLowry acid and as a base
Acting as an acid
___________________________________________________________
Acting as a base
___________________________________________________________
The hydrogen carbonate ion acts as part of a buffer solution in the blood and in fresh and salt
water. Explain the effect that buffers have in these natural systems.
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
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MARKS
Question 21
(3 marks)
A sample of acidic industrial effluent was titrated with standardised 0.100 mol L 1 NaOH.
A pH electrode connected to a data logger was used to monitor the titration.
The table and incomplete graph show the data collected, i.e. volume of NaOH added and resultant pH of
titration mixture
mL NaOH
pH
mL NaOH
pH
mL NaOH
pH
4.3
14
7.6
28
11.7
5.7
16
7.7
30
11.9
6.4
18
7.8
32
12.1
6.8
20
8.0
34
12.2
7.1
22
8.5
36
12.3
10
7.3
24
10.7
38
12.3
12
7.5
26
11.3
40
12.3
13
12
11
10
9
pH
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
0
10
20
30
Volume of 0.10 mol/L NaOH added (mL)
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40
MARKS
(a)
The first ten data points on the graph are plotted. Plot the remaining eleven data points
and complete the line of best fit.
13
12
11
10
9
pH
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
0
10
20
30
40
(b)
Use the graph to estimate the pH of the neutralisation point (equivalence point)
______________
(c)
This titration could be performed using an indicator rather than a pH electrode.

Identify a suitable indicator.
________________________________________________________________________
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MARKS
Question 22
(a)
(b)
(c)
(6 marks)
Draw a labelled diagram of a galvanic cell consisting of a tin electrode in a solution of

tin(II)chloride and zinc electrode in a solution of zinc sulfate.
.
In the diagram;
(i)
label the anode and the cathode.
(ii)
indicate the direction of the electron flow
1
1
Calculate the expected voltage of this cell.
(d)
Write the net ionic equation for the cathode reaction and the anode reaction.
cathode reaction:
anode reaction: .
(e)
When this cell was constructed by a group of Year 12 students, they obtained a smaller
than expected voltage. Explain their observation.
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MARKS
Question 23 (7 marks)
(a)
Write a balanced formula equation for the fermentation of glucose.
(b)
Other than temperature, identify one condition which promotes fermentation of sugars
.
..
(c )
A student is required to determine the effect of initial temperature on the rate of fermentation
of glucose using the equipment shown below.
10
11
electronic balance
0.00
on/off
Tare
Data logger
sugar solution
cotton wool
4
3
2
thermometer
4
8
11
computer
7
8
3
2
9
1
1
0
hotplate
Question 23 continues next page..
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(i) Outline the steps required to accomplish the determination.
..
.
.
.
.
.
..
Mass of fermentation vessel (g)
(ii) Sketch on the diagram below the graph(s) the student is expected to obtain.
Time ( minutes)
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MARKS
Question 24.
(1 mark)
Describe one everyday use of indicators.
Assess the evidence which indicates increases in atmospheric concentration of oxides of
sulfur and nitrogen
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MARKS
A student determined the heat of combustion of propanol using common laboratory
equipment such as an alcohol lamp, a 250-ml beaker, a tripod, a wire gauze and a
thermometer. Shown below is the students table of results:
Initial
Mass of beaker, g
(empty):
35.07
Mass of alcohol lamp, g

12.98
Temperature of water, 0C
15
Final
(with water) 235.1
11.05
65
(a)
Calculate the heat of combustion of propanol in kJ mol-1.
(b)
The reference value (literature value) of the heat of combustion of propanol at 250C is
2003 kJ mol-1. Account for the great difference between the experimental
value and the reference value.
(c)
Describe how the student could increase the validity of this investigation.
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MARKS
Write two equations to show the reactions involving CFCs and ozone that demonstrate the removal
of ozone from the atmosphere.
Identify two possible sources of contamination of the local town water supply
The quality of a water sample may be determined by considering a number of factors.
Two of these factors are turbidity and hardness.
Define turbidity and hardness and give a quantitative test that could be used to measure the
levels of hardness or turbidity in a water sample.
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Section II Industrial Chemistry

25 marks
Attempt Question 30
Allow about 45 minutes for this section.
Answer the question in a writing booklet provided.
Question 30 Industrial Chemistry (25 marks)
(a)
MARKS
The flow diagram summarises the Solvay process.
(i)
Identify the raw materials used in the Solvay process
(ii)
Identify the number (1,2,3 or 4) on the diagram that indicates the process of ammonia
recovery and describe the chemistry involved.
.
(iii)
Discuss the environmental issues associated with the Solvay process

and explain how these issues are addressed.
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MARKS
(b)
A key reaction in the manufacture of methanol is

CO (g)
(i)
(ii)
(c)
2 H2(g)
CH3OH (g)
This reaction is exothermic. Identify one change that could be made to increase
the yield of methanol.
A 1 L reaction vessel initially contained 0.35 mol CO and 0.60 mol H2..
After equilibrium was established, there was only 0.20 mol H2.
Calculate the equilibrium constant for the reaction. Show all relevant working.
During your practical work you performed a first hand investigation to carry out
saponification and test the product.
(i)
Define saponification.
(ii)
Outline the procedure used in your investigation and describe the results
obtained when the product was tested.
Account for the cleaning action of soap by describing its structure.
Describe one process used to extract sulfur from mineral deposits and identify one
property of sulfur which allows its extraction in this way.
(iii)
(d)
END OF TEST
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Section I
Total Marks (75)
Part A
Total marks (15)
Attempt Questions 1-15
Allow about 30 minutes for this part
INSTRUCTIONS
Use the multiple choice answer sheet on page 5
JRAHS Chemistry Trial 2005 ANSWERS
page 1 of 23
1. When equal volumes of 0.10 mol L 1 HCl and NaOH are mixed in a calorimeter and a temperature rise is
observed. Which equation explains the observation?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
H +(aq) + H2O (l) H3O +(aq)

NaCl (aq) Na+(aq) + Cl (aq)
H +(aq) + OH (aq) H2O (l)
HCl (aq) H +(aq) + Cl (aq)
H
H
H
H
=
=
=
=
57.9 kJ mol 1
+ 57.9 kJ mol 1
57.9 kJ mol 1
+ 57.9 kJ mol 1
Answer (C)
Outcome H7
2. Which set shows the degree of ionisation of acetic, citric and hydrochloric acids?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
acetic < citric < hydrochloric

hydrochloric > acetic > citric
hydrochloric < citric < acetic
citric < hydrochloric < acetic
Answer (A)
Outcome H8
3. An HCl solution is diluted with water increasing its volume by tenfold.

Which change does not occur as result of this dilution?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
[H +] decreases tenfold.
pH decreases by ten units.
[OH ] increases tenfold.
pH increases by one unit.
Answer (B)
Outcome H10
4.The first step in the gravimetric analysis of the sulfate content of lawn fertiliser involves the precipitation.
Which solution will precipitate sulfate?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
NaOH
H2SO4
NH3
BaCl2
Answer (D)
Outcome H8, 11
5.Which species is the conjugate acid of PO4 3 ?

(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
H3PO4
H2PO4
HPO4 2PO3 3
Answer (C)
Outcome H8
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6. Which term describes the relationship between the compounds below?

H
Cl
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
Cl
Monomers
Isotopes
Isomers
Allotropes
Ans: C
Outcome(s): H9
7. What is the purpose of adding Fe3+ salts in the process of water treatment?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
to increase tooth hardness

to disinfect the water
to lower the acidity of the water
to coagulate fine particles to improve effective filtering
Ans: D
Outcome(s): H4, H8
8. Which of the following methods best determines the total dissolved solids in a water sample?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
AAS
electrical conductivity
a pH meter
a flame test
Ans: B
Outcome(s): H4, H1
9. Which of the following is NOT a use for ethylene?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
as a monomer for the manufacture of plastics

as a source of ethanoic acid
as a source of ethylene glycol
as a fuel in power plants
Ans: D
Outcome(s) H16
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10. Why is ethylene readily transformed into many useful products?

(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
due to its high percentage carbon content

due to the presence of a double bond
due to its low boiling point
due to its triple bond
Ans B
Outcome(s):H8, H9
11. Which of the following pairs of monomers are NOT likely to react by condensation polymerisation?
H2C
CH
HC
(A)
CH2
CH
H2C
and
CH2
CH
O
(B)
CH2
H2N
(CH2)4
CH2
NH2
(C)
HO
HO
CH2
HO
(CH2)6
CH2
O
CH2
(CH2)6
CH2
(D)
and
OH
and HO
CH2 CH2
OH
O
CH2
(CH2)6
CH2
OH
and
H2N
CH2
CH2
NH2
Ans: A
Outcome(s) H9, H13
12. Which of the following is a catalyst used for the production of ethanol from ethylene.?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
concentrated H3PO4
dilute sulfuric acid
yeast
concentrated H2SO4
Ans:B
Outcome(s) H9
13. Given the following results of an experiment:
Test
Metal X
Metal L
acid
rapid effervescence:
bubbles slowly form on
metal dissolves quickly surface; rate increases on
heating
Metal Z
some bubbles of gas
form on surface
Which of the following reactions will not occur?

(A)
XCl2(aq) + L (s) LCl2 (aq) + X(s)
(B)
LCl2(aq) + X (s) XCl2 (aq) + L(s)
(C)
ZCl2(aq) + X (s) XCl2 (aq) + Z(s)
(D)
ZCl2(aq) + L (s) LCl2 (aq) + Z(s)
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OH
Ans: A
Outcome(s): H13
14. . In which of the following transformations is the underlined species undergoing reduction.?
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
MnO4- - Mn2+
Cr2O72- CrO42H2O2 O2
SO2 SO3
Ans: A
Outcome(s): H6,H13
15.Which of the following transuranic syntheses is made to occur in a nuclear reactor?
(A)
239
93
Np 239
94 Pu +
0
1
(B)
239
94
Pu + 42 He
1
242
96 Cm + 0 n
(C)
238
92
U +
239
93
(D)
242
96
Cm +
1
0
n
1
1
Np + 10e
Cf + 01n
245
98
Ans C
Outcome(s): H6
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Student Number
Section A
Mark
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Multiple Choice Answer Sheet

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JAMES RUSE AGRICULTURAL HIGH SCHOOL

2005 CHEMISTRY TRIAL HSC EXAM
Student Number
Section I (continued)
Part B - 60 marks
Attempt Questions 16 -29
Allow about 1 hour and 45 minutes for this part
Answer the questions in the spaces provided
Question 16
(3 marks)
MARKS
Assess the impact of atomic absorption spectroscopy on the scientific understanding of the
effects of trace elements.
Outcome H4
Trace elements are essential for the growth, health and nutrition of humans, livestock and crops. (1 mark)
They are termed trace elements because their required levels for nutrition are exceedingly minute. (1 mark)
Prior to the widespread use of AAS, trace element studies were severely limited. The supreme sensitivity,
selectivity and accuracy of AAS (1 mark) was instrumental (pun intended) in measuring the concentrations of
metallic trace elements which were essential for the health of humans and the quality of the food supply they
consumed.
Question 17
(5 marks)
Jack and his lab partner Jill are given a prac test where they must prove that a sample solution
contains barium, copper and lead ions. The flow chart shows the test method they followed
Test Solution
2+
Ba
Cu
2+
Pb
2+
Step 1
Addition of Cl
Precipitate X
Step 2
2
Addition of SO4
Precipitate Y
Step 3
Addition of OH
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(a)
Write ionic equations showing the formation of precipitates X, Y and Z.
(X)
______________________________________________________________
(Y)
______________________________________________________________
(Z)
______________________________________________________________
(X)
Pb
(Y)
Ba
(Z)
Cu
2+
+ 2Cl
(aq)
(aq)
+ SO4
2
(aq)
2+
2+
(aq)
(aq)
+ 2OH
(aq)
PbCl2 (s)
BaSO4 (s)
Cu(OH)2 (s)
Outcome H8
(b)
What problem would occur if the sequence was changed by adding SO42 in Step 1
and Cl in Step 2?
2+
2+
Both Pb and Ba would precipitate simultaneously as white solids, PbSO4 and BaSO4.
Thus, their presence could not be independently verified.
Outcome H11
(c)
Jill suggests that the test procedure could be simplified by performing flame tests on the
original test solution proving the presence of Ba2+ and Cu2+.
Comment on the validity of Jills suggestion
Jills suggestion is invalid. If a flame test was performed on the original test solution, barium and copper
would simultaneously produce yellowishgreen and bluishgreen light which would blend and become
indistinguishable.
Outcome H11, 14
Question 18
(a)
(4 marks)
Ammonium sulfate is commonly used as a lawn fertiliser.

Calculate the mass percentage of sulfate in (NH4)2SO4.
Percentage sulfate = M
sulfate
ammonium sulfate
= 96.07 132.154 = 72.70%
Outcome H10
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(1 mark)
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(b)
Three high schools perform a sulfate analysis of ammonium sulfate by precipitating

the sulfate followed by filtration. The schools results were
Filtration Method
Students Comments
Mean Sulfate
%
Avogadro H.S.
Sintered glass crucible was

used.
The filtration was very quick using

a vacuum pump.
The filtrate was slightly cloudy.
63.9
Le Chtelier
H.S.
1% agar solution was used

as a coagulating agent.
Normal filter paper was
used.
The mixture filtered quickly at

first, then slowed down.
The filtrate was clear.
76.3
Haber H.S.
Fine grade filter paper was

used.
The filtering took a long time.

The filtrate was milky.
58.2
School
Evaluate the validity of each schools experimental results.
Avogadros and Habers results were demonstrably invalid since their filtrates were unclear indicating the
passage of BaSO4 through the filter. (1 mark)
Le Chteliers results were valid because their filtrate was clear and their sulfate % closely matched the
expected result (72.70%). (1 mark)
If the answer is justified only on the closeness to the theoretical result = 1 mark
Outcome H11, 14
Question 19
(a)
(5 marks)
Write a balanced chemical equation showing citric acid ionising in water by donating a
proton to a water molecule.
C6H8O7 (s) + H2O
(l)
C6H7O7
(aq)
+ H3O
+
(aq)
Outcome H8
(b)
Write the formula of the conjugate base of citric acid.
C6H7O7
Outcome H8
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(c)
Citric acid and acetic acid are common food additives. Explain their use.
Weak acids such as citric and acetic are commonly used as acidulants which lower the pH and increase
tartness. They also are used as food preservatives since harmful micro-organisms cannot survive low
pH environments.
Citing a use. (1 mark)
Explanation of acidic effect.
(1 mark)
Outcome H4
(d)
A student analyses the amount of citric acid present in orange juice by titration with
standardised NaOH. Suggest a suitable indicator for this titration
Phenolphthalein.
(1 mark)
Outcome H11
Question 20
(a)
(6 marks)
Identify whether the salt, sodium hydrogen carbonate is acidic, basic or neutral.
Write a balanced equation to explain its acidic, basic or neutral nature in water.
NaHCO3 is a basic salt.
(1 mark)
Na + HCO3 + H2O Na + H2CO3 + OH

+
(1 mark)
Outcome H8
(b)
The hydrogen carbonate ion is amphiprotic.

Write two balanced equations showing the hydrogen carbonate ion acting as a
BrnstedLowry acid and as a base
Acting as an acid
HCO3 + OH
Acting as a base
HCO3 + H3O
H2O + CO3
H2CO3 + H2O
(1 mark)
Four species must be shown.
(1 mark)
Outcome H8
(c)
The hydrogen carbonate ion acts as part of a buffer solution in the blood and in fresh and salt
water. Describe the effect that buffers have in these natural systems.
Buffers stabilise the pH of the system (1 mark) by reacting with an influx of acid or base.
Outcome H8
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(1 mark)
MARKS
Question 21
(3 marks)
A sample of acidic industrial effluent was titrated with standardised 0.100 mol L 1 NaOH.
A pH electrode connected to a data logger was used to monitor the titration.
The table and incomplete graph show the data collected, i.e. volume of NaOH added and resultant pH of
titration mixture
mL NaOH
pH
mL NaOH
pH
mL NaOH
pH
4.3
14
7.6
28
11.7
5.7
16
7.7
30
11.9
6.4
18
7.8
32
12.1
6.8
20
8.0
34
12.2
7.1
22
8.5
36
12.3
10
7.3
24
10.7
38
12.3
12
7.5
26
11.3
40
12.3
13
12
11
10
9
pH
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
0
10
20
30
40
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MARKS
(a)
The first ten data points on the graph are plotted. Plot the remaining eleven data points
and complete the line of best fit.
13
12
11
10
9
pH
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
0
10
20
30
40
Correctly
plotted data and completed curve.
(1 mark)
Outcome H13
(b)
Estimate the pH of the neutralisation point by interpolation.

pH 9.6
(1 mark)
Outcome H10
(c)
This titration could be performed using an indicator rather than a pH electrode.

Identify a suitable indicator.
Phenolphthalein
Outcome H10
(1 mark)
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MARKS
Question 22
(a)
(b)
(6 marks)
Draw a labelled diagram of a galvanic cell consisting of a tin electrode in a solution of

tin(II)chloride and zinc electrode in a solution of zinc sulfate.
.
In the diagram;
(i)
label the anode and the cathode.
(ii)
indicate the direction of the electron flow
1
1
Outcome(s) H14,H13,H8
Possible Answer
electron movement
negative
positive
Sn
Zn
anode
cathode
salt
ZnSO4
SnCl2
bridge
Marking Scheme:
(a) neat diagram indicating salt bridge
electrodes and electrolytes
(b)
labels for anode and cathode
direction of flow of electrons
(c)
1 mark
1 mark
1 mark
Calculate the expected voltage of this cell.
Expected voltage of cell = E0 cathode - E0 anode = -0.14 (-0.76) = + 0.62 volts (1 mark)
(d)
Write the net ionic equation for the cathode reaction.
Sn2+ + 2e-
Sn(s)
(1 mark for the balanced equation including phase label)
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(e)
When this cell was constructed by a group of Year 12 students, they obtained a smaller
than expected voltage. Explain their observation.
The experiment may not have been conducted under standard conditions of 1molL-1 electrolyte
concentrations , 250C temperature and 1 atm pressure. . Moreover, the voltmeter while measuring
potential, also uses current and hence, changes the potential it is measuring.
Outcome(s) H8, H9,H10, H11,H13
(a)
Write a balanced formula equation for the fermentation of glucose to ethanol.
yeast enzymes
(a) C6H12O6 (aq)
2 C2H5OH (aq) + 2 CO2(g)
The equation must be balanced and should involve glucose (not sucrose).
(b)
Other than temperature, identify one condition which promotes fermentation of sugars
Other conditions needed for fermentation are the presence of yeast , phosphates, absence of oxygen.
One answer will suffice.
(c).Using the equipment shown below, plan a first hand investigation to determine the
effect of initial temperature on the rate of fermentation of glucose.
1
11
10
electronic balance
0.00
on/off
Tare
Data logger
sugar solution
cotton wool
4
3
2
thermometer
4
8
11
computer
7
8
3
2
9
1
1
0
hotplate
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(i) The effect of temperature on the rate of fermentation of glucose..

1.Set-up two identical conical flasks(same type and capacity) containing exactly the
o same amount of glucose, yeast, water,
o same amount of cotton wool in the plug
(1 mark)
2. The fermentation in the flask is initiated using two different temperatures. A thermometer is used to
measure the initial temperature for each flask
(1 mark)
3. The progress of the fermentation is monitored by placing the flask on an electronic top loading balance
which is interfaced with a data logger and a computer.
(1 mark)
4.
A series of readings of mass against time is obtained. When the data is plotted, the flask initiated with
the temperature closest to 400C will have a higher initial negative slope than the one with the lower
temperature.
Diagram of the set-up: (Suggested set-up)

1
10
11
enclosure
sugar solution
0.00
on/off
Tare
thermometer
Data logger
computer
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Mass (grams)
T2 = ~370C, T1 < T2
T2
T1
Time ( minutes)
Question 24.
(1 mark)
Describe one everyday use of indicators.
Outcomes: H13
Possible answer:
Indicators have a variety of uses in everyday life (any of the following)
o used to test soil pH to determine suitability of soil for a particular crop
o used to test swimming pool water to ensure that the water will not irritate the skin
o used to test aquarium water to ensure that the water is favourable to aquatic life
Assess the evidence which indicates increases in atmospheric concentration of oxides of
sulfur and nitrogen
Outcomes:H4,H14, H16
Possible answer:
Evidence:
observed increase in the area experiencing acid rain,
noticeable increasing degradation of marble structures in most places,
higher prevalence of photochemical smog in urban areas
higher death rate from respiratory illness in cities compared with rural areas
Origin of acidic oxides

generated mainly by industrial activities in power plants,
high temperature combustion engines
and metal ore smelting facilities..
These are local activities that tend to increase the concentration of these oxides in those local areas
and hence damage air from those areas. However, air shifts freely from place to place and from country to
country so that any increase in one country tends to be felt in a neighbouring country . The precipitation of
these oxides as sulfates and nitrates tend to reduce their concentration in the atmosphere but surface as acid
rain.
Assessment of the Evidence
The evidence for this increase is based on visual (in the case of degradation of marble structures) and
experimental, based on air, water, and soil quality measurements conducted by Environmental Protection
Agencies and health organisations worldwide and therefore valid and reliable. This is despite lack of
information before 1950 due to technical limitations.
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Marking Scheme:
Evidence and origin or several evidences
Assesment of evidence
3 marks
2 marks
MARKS
Question 26: (5 marks)

A student determined the heat of combustion of propanol using common laboratory
equipment: such as an alcohol lamp, a 250-ml beaker, a tripod, a wire gauze and a
thermometer. Shown below is the table of results:
Initial
Final
Mass of beaker, g
(empty):
35.07
(with water)
:235.1
Mass of alcohol lamp, g

12.98
11.05
Temperature of water, 0C
15
65
Outcome(s) H11, H12, H14

(a)
Calculate the heat of combustion of propanol in kJ mol-1.
heat released =- mass of water x sp ht x t = 200.03 x 4.18 x 50 = 41806 J

mass of alcohol 1.93
No. of moles=
=
= 0.0321 moles
molar mass
60.0
q 41800
H = =
= 1302 x10 3 J or - 1302 kJ mol-1
n 0.0321
(b)
(1 mark)
(1 mark)
The reference value (literature value) of the heat of combustion of propanol at 250C is
2003 kJ mol-1. Account for the great difference between the experimental
value and the reference value.
A large discrepancy exist between the true value and the experimental value because
instead of the heat passing on to water, most of the peripheral equipment : wire gauze, beaker,etc.,
absorbed a large quantity of the heat.
(1 mark)
(c)
Explain how the students can increase the validity of this investigation
Sample answer: (any of the following)

The student can increase the validity of his/her experiment by calibrating the instrument
that is the actual heat capacity of the calorimeter (which includes all peripheral equipment) is determined and
is used to calculate the heat of combustion.
Another way is to minimise heat loss by using heat shield while doing the experiment and using as few of the
peripheral equipment that is capable of absorbing heat as possible.
Marking scheme
Criterion
Mark
Any valid method of increasing reliability adequately explained

Statement of a valid method of increasing reliability with no explanation
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2
1
MARKS
Write two equations to show the reactions involving CFCs and ozone that demonstrate the removal
of ozone from the atmosphere.
Outcomes assessed:H1, H4, H9

Criteria
Two correct equations
One correct equation and correct CFC or ozone
One correct equation
Correct formula for CFC and/or has ozone as a reactant
Marks
4
3
2
1
Sample answer:
CCl3F CCl2F + Cl
and
Cl + O3 ClO + O2
no states required.
Identify two possible sources of contamination of the local town water supply
Outcomes assessed: H3
Criteria
Correctly identifies 2 sources
Correctly identifies one source
Marks
2
1
Sample answer:
<SAMPLE ANSWER>
The quality of a water sample may be determined by considering by considering a
number of factors. Two of these factors are turbidity and hardness. Explain turbidity and
hardness and give a quantitative test that could be used to measure the level s of hardness or
turbidity in a water sample.
Outcomes assessed:
Criteria
Explain both terms with good description of quantitative test
Explain both terms with poor description of quantitative test
Correctly explains both terms
Explains one term
Marks
4
3
2
1
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Sample answer:
Hardness of water refers to its ability or inability to lather with soap. Hard water doesnt
lather with soap.
Suspended organic and inorganic particles create water turbidity. Turbidity is measured
by determining the percentage of light transmitted through a standard depth. It is
measured in NT units.
Hardness can be measured by precipitating Ca2+ with CO32- and calculating the initial
[Ca2+] in the sample.
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Section II Industrial Chemistry

25 marks
Attempt Question 30
Allow about 45 minutes for this section.
Answer the question in a writing booklet provided.
Question 30 Industrial Chemistry (25 marks)
(a)
MARKS
The flow diagram summarises the Solvay process.
(i)
Identify the raw materials used in the Solvay process
Criteria
Correctly identifies the raw materials used in the Solvay process
Marks
Sample answer:
sodium chloride and calcium carbonate (brine and limestone)
(ii)
Identify the number on the diagram that indicates the ammonia recovery process and
discuss the chemistry involved.
3
Outcomes assessed:H7, H8, H13
Criteria
Full description, including an equation and identifies process
Any two:describes the process; correct equation; identifies process
Correctly identifies the numbered process
Sample answer:
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Marks
3
2
1
Ammonia recovery is process 4

Ammonium chloride from the filter combines with calcium hydroxide from the lime kiln to
produce ammonia that is recycled. CaCl2 waste and water.
Ca(OH)2
(iii)
2 NH4Cl
CaCl2
2 H2O
+ 2 NH3 (g)
Discuss the environmental issues associated with the Solvay process

and explain how these issues are addressed.
Outcomes assessed: H4, H16

Criteria
Identifies 3 issues and 3 explanations
Identifies 3 issues but fails to explain all 3 adequately
Identifies 2 issues and 2 explanations
Identifies 3 issues or a combination of issues and explanations
Identifies 2 issues or identifies one issue and explains how it is addressed
Identifies one issue
Marks
6
5
4
3
2
1
Sample answer
The major waste product from the Solvay Process is CaCl2 solution. This can be safely
disposed of in the ocean so this problem may be addressed in the initial site location of the plant
near the sea. The buffering action of HCO3- in the sea water can neutralise any residual alkali
in the CaCl2 waste.
Waste heat needs to be disposed of as the overall process is exothermic. Discharge of hot
water from the inland plants could lead to thermal pollution so cooling ponds can be used to
help dissipate the heat.
Ammonia may be lost to the atmosphere from Solvay plants. It is a significant air pollutant and
needs to be monitored carefully to avoid significant losses to the atmosphere.
(b)
A key reaction in the manufacture of methanol is

CO (g)
(i)
2 H2(g)
CH3OH (g)
This reaction is exothermic. Identify one change that could be made

to increase the yield of methanol.
Criteria
Correctly identifies one change
Marks
1
Sample Answer:
Cool the system or increase the pressure
(ii)
A 1L reaction vessel initially contained 0.35 mol CO and

0.60 mol H2. After equilibrium was established, there was only
0.20 mol H2
Calculate the equilibrium constant for the reaction. Show all
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relevant working.
Outcomes assessed: H2,H3,H10,H12,H13
Criteria
Correct answer with equation and relevant working
Correct equilibrium concentrations and correct expression
Correct equilibrium concentrations or correct expression
Marks
3
2
1
Sample answer:
CO + H2
CH3OH
0.35 0.60
0
equil 0.15 0.20
0.20
K=
[CH 3OH ]
[CO ][ H 2 ]2
0.2
0.15 x (0.2) 2
= 33.3
(c)
During your practical work you performed a first hand investigation to carry out
saponification and test the product.
(i)
Define saponification.
Outcomes assessed: H2, H3, H4, H9, H10

Criteria
Correctly identifies saponification
Marks
1
Sample answer:
Saponification is the hydrolysis of fat or oil under alkaline conditions to produce soap and
glycerol.
(ii)
Outline the procedure used in your investigation and describe the results
obtained when the product was tested.

Criteria
Good outline and describes results
Good outline of procedure or identifies the procedure and describes results
Identifies the procedure or describes the results obtained
Marks
3
2
1
Sample Answer:
20 mL of NaOH solution was added to 5 mL of coconut oil in a beaker. The mixture was gently
boiled on a hot plate for 30 minutes, adding water over time to maintain volume. 5g of NaCl
was added to help precipitate the soap. After cooling, the soap was filtered out and tested.
When the soap was shaken up with tap water, bubbles or frothy foam formed at the top.
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(iii)
Account for the cleaning action of soap by describing its structure.
Outcomes assessed: H2, H3, H4, H9, H10

Criteria
States reasons for the cleaning action of soaps and describes the structure
States reasons for the cleaning action of soaps
Identifies H2O solubility of soaps and identifies polar and nonpolar ends of
soaps
Identifies H2O solubility of soaps or identifies polar and non polar ends of
soaps
Marks
4
3
2
1
Sample answer:
The way in which soaps clean surfaces can be explained in terms of the solubility of polar and
non-polar substances. When soaps dissolve in water, they dissociate into a negatively charged
ion, derived from the fatty acid or oil, and a sodium or potassium ion, derived from the alkali
used to make it. The negatively charged ion contains a long non-polar hydrocarbon chain,
called a hydrophobic end, and a polar carboxylic (COO-) group, which is hydrophilic, and can
form hydrogen bonds with water. This negatively charged fatty acid ion is called a surfactant.
The hydrocarbon chain strongly attracts non-polar grease molecules, due to dispersion forces,
while the hydrophilic end readily dissolves in water. When water is agitated, the oil and grease
are removed from the surface being cleaned because they are attached by dispersion forces to
the hydrocarbon chain of the surfactant ion. The grease is surrounded by spherical aggregates
of surfactant ions whose polar heads are directed towards water, while the non-polar tails are
attached to the grease.
(d)
Describe one process used to extract sulfur from mineral deposits and identify one
property of sulfur which allows its extraction in this way.
Outcomes assessed: H3, H4, H6,H8, H16

Criteria
Describes all processes in the extraction of sulfur and identifies one property
Briefly describes the process and identifies one property or describes all
processes only
Correctly identifies one property of sulfur that allows for the extraction process.
Marks
3
2
1
Sample answer:
Sulfur may be extracted from mineral deposits using the Frasch Process. There are 3 pipes
into the sulfur deposit. Superheated H2O is forced down one pipe, this melts the sulfur and
forms a water-sulfur emulsion. Compressed air is forced down another pipe and this in turn
forces the water sulfur emulsion up the third pipe. After cooling, the sulfur is sufficiently
insoluble in the water to separate from it. The property of sulfur that allows it to be extracted in
this way is its relatively low melting point (1130C)
END OF TEST
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Section I

Total Marks (75)

Use the multiple choice answer sheet on page 5

JRAHS Chemistry Trial 2005

H +(aq) + H2O (l) H3O +(aq)

acetic < citric < hydrochloric

3. An HCl solution is diluted with water increasing its volume by tenfold.

5. Which species is the conjugate acid of PO4 3 ?

6. Which term describes the relationship between the compounds below?

JRAHS Chemistry Trial 2005

to increase tooth hardness

9. Which of the following is NOT a use for ethylene?

as a monomer for the manufacture of plastics

10. Why is ethylene readily transformed into many useful products?

due to its high percentage carbon content

JRAHS Chemistry Trial 2005

13. These results were obtained from an experiment:

Which of the following reactions will not occur?

XCl2(aq) + L (s) LCl2 (aq) + X(s)

LCl2(aq) + X (s) XCl2 (aq) +

ZCl2(aq) + X (s) XCl2 (aq) + Z(s)

ZCl2(aq) + L (s) LCl2 (aq) + Z(s)

JRAHS Chemistry Trial 2005

Multiple Choice Answer Sheet

JRAHS Chemistry Trial 2005

JAMES RUSE AGRICULTURAL HIGH SCHOOL

JRAHS Chemistry Trial 2005

Write net ionic equations showing the formation of precipitates X, Y and Z.

Problem 17 continues next page..

JRAHS Chemistry Trial 2005

Ammonium sulfate is commonly used as a lawn fertiliser.

Question 18 continues next page

Three high schools perform a sulfate analysis of ammonium sulfate by precipitating

Sintered glass crucible was

The filtration was very quick using

0.1% agar solution was

The mixture filtered quickly at

Fine grade filter paper was

The filtering took a long time.

Evaluate the validity of each schools experimental results.

JRAHS Chemistry Trial 2005

Write the formula of the conjugate base of citric acid.

JRAHS Chemistry Trial 2005

Identify whether sodium hydrogen carbonate is an acidic, basic or neutral salt.

The hydrogen carbonate ion is amphiprotic.

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Volume of 0.10 mol/L NaOH added (mL)

Question 21 continues next page

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Volume of 0.10 mol/L NaOH added (mL)

This titration could be performed using an indicator rather than a pH electrode.

JRAHS Chemistry Trial 2005

Draw a labelled diagram of a galvanic cell consisting of a tin electrode in a solution of

Calculate the expected voltage of this cell.

JRAHS Chemistry Trial 2005

Write a balanced formula equation for the fermentation of glucose.

Question 23 continues next page..

JRAHS Chemistry Trial 2005

(i) Outline the steps required to accomplish the determination.