Equilibria As

Hydrogen is produced in industry from methane and steam in a two-stage process.
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(a) In the first stage, carbon monoxide and hydrogen are formed.
The equation for this reaction is
CH4(g) + H2O(g) CO(g) + 3H2(g) ΔH = +206 kJ mol−1
(i) Use Le Chatelier’s principle to state whether a high or low temperature should be
used to obtain the highest possible equilibrium yield of hydrogen from this first stage.
Explain your answer.
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(ii) Le Chatelier’s principle suggests that a high pressure will produce a low yield of
hydrogen in this first stage.
Explain, in terms of the behaviour of particles, why a high operating pressure is used
in industry.
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(iii) A nickel catalyst is used in the first stage.
Explain why the catalyst is more effective when coated onto an unreactive
honeycomb.
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(b) The second stage is carried out in a separate reactor. Carbon monoxide is converted into
carbon dioxide and more hydrogen is formed.
The equation for this reaction is
CO(g) + H2O(g) CO2(g) + H2(g) ΔH = −41 kJ mol−1
Use Le Chatelier’s principle to state the effect, if any, of a decrease in the total pressure on
the yield of hydrogen in this second stage. Explain your answer.
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Sulfur dioxide reacts with oxygen to form sulfur trioxide according to the equation
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2SO2(g) + O2(g) 2SO3(g)
(a) Write an expression for the equilibrium constant, Kc, for this reaction and deduce its units.
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(b) Samples of sulfur dioxide, oxygen and sulfur trioxide were added to a flask of volume 1.40
dm3 and allowed to reach equilibrium at a given temperature.
The flask contained 0.0550 mol of sulfur dioxide and 0.0720 mol of sulfur trioxide at
equilibrium.
Kc has the numerical value of 27.9 under these conditions.
Calculate the amount, in moles, of oxygen gas in this equilibrium mixture.
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(c) The experiment in (b) was repeated with the same amounts of sulfur dioxide, oxygen and
sulfur trioxide at the same temperature but in a smaller flask.
The mixture was allowed to reach equilibrium.
(i) State the effect, if any, of using a smaller flask on the value of Kc
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(ii) State the effect, if any, of using a smaller flask on the amount of sulfur trioxide at
equilibrium.
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For many years, swimming pool water has been treated with chlorine gas. The chlorine is added
3 to kill any harmful bacteria unintentionally introduced by swimmers. Pool managers are required
to check that the chlorine concentration is high enough to kill the bacteria without being a health
hazard to the swimmers.
When chlorine reacts with water in the absence of sunlight, the chlorine is both oxidised and
reduced and an equilibrium is established.
(a) Write an equation for this equilibrium.
For each chlorine-containing species in the equation, write the oxidation state of chlorine
below the species.
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(b) The pool manager maintains the water at a pH slightly greater than 7.0
Explain how this affects the equilibrium established when chlorine is added to water.
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(c) Explain why chlorine is used to kill bacteria in swimming pools, even though chlorine is
toxic.
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Colourless solutions of X(aq) and Y(aq) react to form an orange solution of Z(aq) according to
4 the following equation.
X(aq) + 2Y(aq) Z(aq) ΔH = −20 kJ mol−1
A student added a solution containing 0.50 mol of X(aq) to a solution containing 0.50 mol of
Y(aq) and shook the mixture.
After 30 seconds, there was no further change in colour.
The amount of Z(aq) at equilibrium was 0.20 mol.
(a) Deduce the amounts of X(aq) and Y(aq) at equilibrium.
Amount of X(aq) = ............... mol Amount of Y(aq) = ............... mol

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(b) On the grid below, draw a graph to show how the amount of Z(aq) changed from the time of
initial mixing until 60 seconds had elapsed.
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(c) The student prepared another equilibrium mixture in which the equilibrium concentrations
of X and Z were:
X(aq) = 0.40 mol dm−3 and Z(aq) = 0.35 mol dm−3.
For this reaction, the equilibrium constant Kc = 2.9 mol−2 dm6.

Calculate a value for the concentration of Y at equilibrium.
Give your answer to the appropriate number of significant figures.
[Y] = ...................... mol dm−3

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(d) The student added a few drops of Y(aq) to the equilibrium mixture of X(aq), Y(aq) and
Z(aq) in part (c).
Suggest how the colour of the mixture changed. Give a reason for your answer.
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(e) The student warmed the equilibrium mixture from part (c).
Predict the colour change, if any, when the equilibrium mixture was warmed.
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Dodecane (C12H26) is a hydrocarbon found in the naphtha fraction of crude oil. Dodecane can be
5 used as a starting material to produce a wide variety of useful products. The scheme below
shows how one such product, polymer Y, can be produced from dodecane.
(a) Name the homologous series that both C2H4 and C4H8 belong to.
Draw a functional group isomer of C4H8 that does not belong to this homologous series.
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(b) Identify compound X.
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(c) Name polymer Y.
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(d) Reaction 1 is an example of thermal cracking and is carried out at a temperature of

750 °C.
State one other reaction condition needed.
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(e) Reaction 2 is exothermic. A typical compromise temperature of 200 °C is used industrially
for this reaction.
Explain the effect of a change of temperature on both the position of equilibrium and the
rate of reaction, and justify why a compromise temperature is used industrially.
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(Total 11 marks)
Many chemical processes release waste products into the atmosphere. Scientists are developing
6 new solid catalysts to convert more efficiently these emissions into useful products, such as
fuels. One example is a catalyst to convert these emissions into methanol. The catalyst is
thought to work by breaking a H–H bond.
An equation for this formation of methanol is given below.
CO2(g) + 3H2(g) CH3OH(g) + H2O(g) ∆H = −49 kJ mol−1
Some mean bond enthalpies are shown in the following table.
Bond C=O C–H C–O O–H
Mean bond enthalpy / kJ mol−1 743 412 360 463
(a) Use the enthalpy change for the reaction and data from the table to calculate a value for
the H–H bond enthalpy.
H–H bond enthalpy = ............................... kJ mol−1

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(b) A data book value for the H–H bond enthalpy is 436 kJ mol−1.
Suggest one reason why this value is different from your answer to part (a).
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(c) Suggest one environmental advantage of manufacturing methanol fuel by this reaction.
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(d) Use Le Chatelier's principle to justify why the reaction is carried out at a high pressure
rather than at atmospheric pressure.
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(e) Suggest why the catalyst used in this process may become less efficient if the carbon
dioxide and hydrogen contain impurities.
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(f) In a laboratory experiment to investigate the reaction shown in the equation below, 1.0 mol
of carbon dioxide and 3.0 mol of hydrogen were sealed into a container. After the mixture
had reached equilibrium, at a pressure of 500 kPa, the yield of methanol was 0.86 mol.
CO2(g) + 3H2(g) CH3OH(g) + H2O(g)
Calculate a value for Kp

Give units with your answer.
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(Total 16 marks)
Ethanol and ethanoic acid react reversibly to form ethyl ethanoate and water according to the
7 equation:
CH3COOH + CH3CH2OH CH3COOCH2CH3 + H2O
A mixture of 8.00 × 10–2 mol of ethanoic acid and 1.20 × 10–1 mol of ethanol is allowed to reach
equilibrium at 20 °C.
• The equilibrium mixture is placed in a graduated flask and the volume made up to 250 cm 3
with distilled water.
• A 10.0 cm 3 sample of this equilibrium mixture is titrated with sodium hydroxide added from
a burette.
• The ethanoic acid in this sample reacts with 3.20 cm 3 of 2.00 × 10–1 mol dm–3 sodium
hydroxide solution.
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(a) Calculate the value for Kc for the reaction of ethanoic acid and ethanol at 20 °C.
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(b) A student obtained the titration results given in Table 1.
Table 1
Rough 1 2 3
Final burette reading / cm3 4.60 8.65 12.85 16.80
Initial burette reading / cm3 0.10 4.65 8.65 12.85
Titre / cm3
Complete Table 1.
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(c) Calculate the mean titre and justify your choice of titres.
Calculation
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(d) The pH ranges of three indicators are shown in Table 2.
Table 2
Indicator pH range
Bromocresol green 3.8–5.4
Bromothymol blue 6.0–7.6
Thymol blue 8.0–9.6
Select from Table 2 a suitable indicator for the titration of ethanoic acid with sodium
hydroxide.
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(e) The uncertainty in the mean titre for this experiment is ±0.15 cm3.
Calculate the percentage uncertainty in this mean titre.
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(f) Suggest how, using the same mass of ethanoic acid, the experiment could be improved to
reduce the percentage uncertainty.
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(Total 13 marks)
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When one mole of ammonia is heated to a given temperature, 50% of the compound dissociates
8 and the following equilibrium is established.
NH3(g) N2(g) + H2(g)
What is the total number of moles of gas present in this equilibrium mixture?
A 1.5
B 2.0
C 2.5
D 3.0
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A dynamic equilibrium is established when gas A is mixed with gas B at a given temperature.
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A(g) + B(g) C(g) + D(g)
The figure below shows how the concentrations of reactants and products change with time.
(a) (i) On the appropriate axis of the figure, place an X to show the time when equilibrium is
first established.
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(ii) State how the rate of the forward reaction and the rate of the reverse reaction are
related to each other at equilibrium.
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(b) Give the meaning of the term dynamic in the context of a dynamic equilibrium.
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(c) The total pressure on the system is increased at constant temperature.
(i) State and explain the effect, if any, of this change on the position of this equilibrium.
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(ii) State and explain the effect, if any, of this change on the time taken to reach this
equilibrium.
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(Total 8 marks)
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The carboxylic acid 3-methylbutanoic acid is used to make esters for perfumes.
10 The following scheme shows some of the reactions in the manufacture of this carboxylic acid.
(a) One of the steps in the mechanism for Reaction 1 involves the replacement of the
functional group by bromine.
(i) Use your knowledge of organic reaction mechanisms to complete the mechanism for
this step by drawing two curly arrows on the following equation.
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(ii) Deduce the name of the mechanism in part (i).
Give the IUPAC name of (CH3)2CHCH2Br
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(b) Reaction 3 is an acid-catalysed reaction in which water is used to break chemical bonds
when the CN functional group is converted into the COOH functional group.
Infrared spectroscopy can be used to distinguish between the compounds in this reaction.
Deduce the name of the type of reaction that occurs in Reaction 3.
Identify one bond in (CH3)2CHCH2CN and a different bond in (CH3)2CHCH2COOH that

can be used with infrared spectroscopy to distinguish between each compound.
For each of these bonds, give the range of wavenumbers at which the bond absorbs.
Use Table A on the Data Sheet when answering this question.
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(c) When 3-methylbutanoic acid reacts with ethanol in the presence of an acid catalyst, an
equilibrium is established. The organic product is a pleasant-smelling ester.
(CH3)2CHCH2COOH + CH3CH2OH (CH3)2CHCH2COOCH2CH3 + H2O

an ester
The carboxylic acid is very expensive and ethanol is inexpensive. In the manufacture of this
ester, the mole ratio of carboxylic acid to ethanol used is 1 to 10 rather than 1 to 1.
(i) Use Le Chatelier’s principle to explain why a 1 to 10 mole ratio is used. In your
explanation, you should not refer to cost.
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(ii) Explain how a catalyst increases the rate of a reaction.
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This question is about the gaseous equilibrium between compounds E, F and G as shown in the
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E (g) + 2F(g) 2G(g) ΔH = –50 kJ mol–1
(a) A 2.0 mol sample of E was heated in a sealed container with a 1.0 mol sample of F.
Equilibrium was established at a given temperature and the equilibrium mixture formed
contained 0.80 mol of G.
Calculate the amount, in moles, of E and of F in this equilibrium mixture.
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(b) Write an expression for the equilibrium constant Kc for this equilibrium.
State the units of Kc
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(c) A different mixture of E and F reached equilibrium at temperature T1 in a container
ofvolume 1.50 dm3. This equilibrium mixture contained 2.50 mol of E, 1.20 mol of F and
0.85 mol of G.
Calculate a value of Kc for the equilibrium at temperature T1
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(d) The mixture in part (c) was allowed to reach equilibrium at temperature T1 in a different
container of volume 3.00 dm3.
State whether the amount of G in the equilibrium mixture will increase, decrease or stay the
same. Explain your answer.
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(e) The mixture in part (c) was allowed to reach equilibrium at temperature T2 in the original
container of volume 1.50 dm3.
The value of Kc for the equilibrium was found to have increased.
State and explain which of T1 or T2 is the higher temperature.
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Ethanol is an important industrial compound.
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(a) Ethanol can be produced by the hydration of ethene.
The equation for the equilibrium that is established is
H2C=CH2(g) + H2O(g) CH3CH2OH(g) ΔH = −42 kJ mol−1
The operating conditions for the process are a temperature of 300 oC and a pressure of 7
MPa.
Under these conditions, the conversion of ethene into ethanol is 5%.
(i) Identify the catalyst used in this process.

Deduce how an overall yield of 95% is achieved in this process without changing the
operating conditions.
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(ii) Use your knowledge of equilibrium reactions to explain why a manufacturer might
consider using an excess of steam in this process, under the same operating
conditions.
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(iii) At pressures higher than 7 MPa, some of the ethene reacts to form a solid with a
relative molecular mass greater than 5000.
Deduce the identity of this solid.
Give one other reason for not operating this process at pressures higher than 7
MPa.
Do not include safety reasons.
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(b) Write an equation for the reaction that has an enthalpy change that is the standard
enthalpy of formation of ethanol.
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(c) When ethanol is used as a fuel, it undergoes combustion.
(i) Define the term standard enthalpy of combustion.
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(ii) Consider these bond enthalpy data.
C–H C–C C–O O=O C=O O–H
Bond enthalpy / kJ mol−1 412 348 360 496 805 463
Use these data and the equation to calculate a value for the enthalpy of combustion
of gaseous ethanol.
CH3CH2OH(g) + 3O2(g) 2CO2(g) + 3H2O(g)
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(d) Gaseous ethanol can be used to convert hot copper(II) oxide into copper.
(i) Deduce the role of ethanol in this reaction.
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(ii) Draw the structure of the organic compound with Mr = 60 that is produced in this
reaction.
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(Total 17 marks)
When heated above 100 °C, nitrosyl chloride (NOCl) partly decomposes to form nitrogen
13 monoxide and chlorine as shown in the equation.
2NOCl(g) 2NO(g) + Cl2(g)
(a) A 2.50 mol sample of NOCl was heated in a sealed container and equilibrium was
established at a given temperature. The equilibrium mixture formed contained 0.80 mol of
NO.
Calculate the amount, in moles, of Cl2 and of NOCl in this equilibrium mixture.
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(b) A different mixture of NOCl, NO and Cl2 reached equilibrium in a sealed container of
volume 15.0 dm3. The equilibrium mixture formed contained 1.90 mol of NOCl and 0.86
mol of NO at temperature T.
The value of Kc for the equilibrium at temperature T was 7.4 × 10−3 mol dm−3.
(i) Write an expression for the equilibrium constant Kc
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(ii) Calculate the amount, in moles, of Cl2 in this equilibrium mixture.
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(iii) Consider this alternative equation for the equilibrium at temperature T.
NOCl(g) NO(g) + Cl2(g)
Calculate a value for the different equilibrium constant Kc for the equilibrium as shown
in this alternative equation. Deduce the units of this Kc
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A study of equilibrium is important for understanding chemical reactions.

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(a) State le Chatelier’s principle.
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(b) Catalysts play an important role in many reactions.
(i) State the meaning of the term catalyst.

Explain, in general terms, how catalysts work.
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(ii) State the effect, if any, of a catalyst on the time taken to reach equilibrium.
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(iii) State the effect, if any, of a catalyst on the position of an equilibrium.
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(c) Consider the following equilibrium reactions.
ΔHᶿ / kJ mol−1
P H2(g) + l2(g) 2Hl(g) −10
Q CO2(g) + 3H2(g) CH3OH(g) + H2O(g) −49
R N2O4(g) 2NO2(g) +58
S N2(g) + 3H2(g) 2NH3(g) −92
T C2H4(g) + H2O(g) CH3CH2OH(g) −42
In each of parts (c)(i) to (c)(v), you should record in the box one of the letters, P, Q, R, S or
T, that corresponds to the equilibrium that best fits the information provided.
You may use each letter once, more than once or not at all.
(i) A decrease in temperature at constant pressure shifts the position of this equilibrium
from right to left.
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(ii) This equilibrium uses concentrated phosphoric acid as a catalyst in a hydration

reaction.
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(iii) A decrease in pressure at constant temperature shifts the position of this equilibrium
from left to right.
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(iv) There is no change in the position of this equilibrium when the pressure is increased
at constant temperature.
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(v) An increase in the concentration of steam at constant temperature and constant

pressure shifts the position of this equilibrium from right to left.
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(Total 11 marks)
Esters are produced by the reaction of alcohols with other esters and by the reaction of alcohols
15 with carboxylic acids.
(a) The esters which make up biodiesel are produced industrially from the esters in vegetable
oils.
(i) Complete the equation for this formation of biodiesel.
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(ii) Write an equation for the complete combustion of C17H35COOCH3.
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(b) The ester commonly known as diethyl malonate (DEM) occurs in strawberries and grapes.
It can be prepared from acid A according to the following equilibrium.
(i) A mixture of 2.50 mol of A and 10.0 mol of ethanol was left to reach equilibrium in an
inert solvent in the presence of a small amount of concentrated sulfuric acid.
The equilibrium mixture formed contained 1.80 mol of DEM in a total volume, V dm3,
of solution.
Calculate the amount (in moles) of A, of ethanol and of water in this equilibrium
mixture.
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(ii) The total volume of the mixture in part (b)(i) was doubled by the addition of more of
the inert solvent.
State and explain the effect of this addition on the equilibrium yield of DEM.
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(iii) Using A to represent the acid and DEM to represent the ester, write an expression for
the equilibrium constant Kc for the reaction.
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(iv) In a second experiment, the equilibrium mixture was found to contain 0.85 mol of A,
7.2 mol of ethanol, 2.1 mol of DEM and 3.4 mol of water.
Calculate a value of Kc for the reaction and deduce its units.
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Methanol (CH3OH) is an important fuel that can be synthesised from carbon dioxide.
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(a) The table shows some standard enthalpies of formation.
CO2(g) H2(g) CH3OH(g) H2O(g)
∆HfƟ/kJ mol–1 – 394 0 – 201 – 242
(i) Use these standard enthalpies of formation to calculate a value for the standard
enthalpy change of this synthesis.
CO2(g) + 3H2(g) CH3OH(g) + H2O(g)
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(ii) State why the standard enthalpy of formation for hydrogen gas is zero.
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(b) State and explain what happens to the yield of methanol when the total pressure is
increased in this synthesis.
CO2(g) + 3H2(g) CH3OH(g) + H2O(g)
Effect on yield ................................................................................................
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(c) The hydrogen required for this synthesis is formed from methane and steam in a reversible
reaction. The equation for this reaction is shown below.
CH4(g) + H2O(g) C0(g) + 3H2(g) ∆H = +206 kJ mol–1
State and explain what happens to the yield of hydrogen in this reaction when the
temperature is increased.
Effect on yield ................................................................................................
Explanation ....................................................................................................
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(d) The methanol produced by this synthesis has been described as a carbon-neutral fuel.
(i) State the meaning of the term carbon-neutral.
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(ii) Write an equation for the complete combustion of methanol.
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(iii) The equation for the synthesis of methanol is shown below.
CO2(g) + 3H2(g) CH3OH(g) + H2O(g)
Use this equation and your answer to part (d)(ii) to deduce an equation to represent
the overall chemical change that occurs when methanol behaves as a carbon-neutral
fuel.
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(e) A student carried out an experiment to determine the enthalpy change when a sample of
methanol was burned.
The student found that the temperature of 140 g of water increased by 7.5 °C when 0.011
mol of methanol was burned in air and the heat produced was used to warm the water.
–1
Use the student’s results to calculate a value, in kJ mol , for the enthalpy change when
one mole of methanol was burned.
(The specific heat capacity of water is 4.18 J K–1 g–1).
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(Total 16 marks)
A student investigated the chemistry of the halogens and the halide ions.
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(a) In the first two tests, the student made the following observations.
Test Observation
1. Add chlorine water to aqueous The colourless solution turned a

potassium iodide solution. brown colour.
2. Add silver nitrate solution to aqueous The colourless solution produced a

potassium chloride solution. white precipitate.
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(i) Identify the species responsible for the brown colour in Test 1.
Write the simplest ionic equation for the reaction that has taken place in Test 1.
State the type of reaction that has taken place in Test 1.
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(ii) Name the species responsible for the white precipitate in Test 2.
Write the simplest ionic equation for the reaction that has taken place in Test 2.
State what would be observed when an excess of dilute ammonia solution is added
to the white precipitate obtained in Test 2.
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(b) In two further tests, the student made the following observations.
Test Observation
The white solid produced misty

3. Add concentrated sulfuric acid to
white fumes which turned
solid potassium chloride.
blue litmus paper to red.
The white solid turned black. A gas

4. Add concentrated sulfuric acid to
was released that smelled of rotten
solid potassium iodide.
eggs. A yellow solid was formed.
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(i) Write the simplest ionic equation for the reaction that has taken place in Test 3.
Identify the species responsible for the misty white fumes produced in Test 3.
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(ii) The student had read in a textbook that the equation for one of the reactions in Test 4
is as follows.
8H+ + 8I– + H2SO4 4I2 + H2S + 4H2O
Write the two half-equations for this reaction.
State the role of the sulfuric acid and identify the yellow solid that is also observed in
Test 4.
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(iii) The student knew that bromine can be used for killing microorganisms in swimming
pool water.
The following equilibrium is established when bromine is added to cold water.
Br2(I) + H2O(I) HBrO(aq) + H+(aq) + Br–(aq)
Use Le Chatelier’s principle to explain why this equilibrium moves to the right when
sodium hydroxide solution is added to a solution containing dissolved bromine.
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Deduce why bromine can be used for killing microorganisms in swimming pool water,
even though bromine is toxic.
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(Total 15 marks)
(a) A mixture of 1.50 mol of hydrogen and 1.20 mol of gaseous iodine was sealed in a
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container of volume V dm3. The mixture was left to reach equilibrium as shown by the
following equation.
H2(g) + l2(g) 2Hl(g)
At a given temperature, the equilibrium mixture contained 2.06 mol of hydrogen iodide.
(i) Calculate the amounts, in moles, of hydrogen and of iodine in the equilibrium mixture.
Moles of hydrogen ................................................................................
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(ii) Write an expression for the equilibrium constant (Kc) for this equilibrium.
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(iii) Kc for this equilibrium has no units.

State why the units cancel in the expression for Kc
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(iv) A different mixture of hydrogen, iodine and hydrogen iodide was left to reach
equilibrium at the same temperature in a container of the same volume.
This second equilibrium mixture contained 0.38 mol of hydrogen, 0.19 mol of iodine
and 1.94 mol of hydrogen iodide.
Calculate a value for Kc for this equilibrium at this temperature.
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(b) This question concerns changes made to the four equilibria shown in parts (b)(i) to (b)(iv).
In each case, use the information in the table to help you choose from the letters A to E the
best description of what happens as a result of the change described. Write your answer in
the box.
Each letter may be used once, more than once or not at all.
Position of equilibrium Value of equilibrium constant, Kc
A remains the same same
B moves to the right same
C moves to the left same
D moves to the right different
E moves to the left different
(i) Change: increase the temperature of the equilibrium mixture at constant pressure.
H2(g) + I2(g) 2Hl(g) ∆Hϴ = +52 kJ mol–1
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(ii) Change: increase the total pressure of the equilibrium mixture at constant
temperature.
3H2(g) + N2(g) 2NH3(g) ∆Hϴ = -92 kJ mol–1
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(iii) Change: add a catalyst to the equilibrium mixture at constant temperature.
CO(g) + H2O(g) CO2(g) + H2(g) ∆Hϴ = -41 kJ mol–1
(1)
(iv) Change: add chlorine to the equilibrium mixture at constant temperature.
PCl5(g) PCl3(g) + Cl2(g) ∆Hϴ = +93 kJ mol–1
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(Total 10 marks)
Ammonia is manufactured by the Haber process in which the following equilibrium is established.
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N2(g) + 3H2(g) 2NH3(g)
(a) Give two features of a reaction at equilibrium.
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(b) Explain why a catalyst has no effect on the position of an equilibrium.
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(c) The diagram shows how the equilibrium yield of ammonia varies with changes in pressure
and temperature.
(i) Use the diagram to state the effect of an increase in pressure at constant
temperature on the yield of ammonia. Use Le Chatelier's principle to explain this
effect.
Effect on yield ........................................................................................
Explanation ............................................................................................
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(ii) Use the diagram to state the effect of an increase in temperature at constant
pressure on the yield of ammonia. Use Le Chatelier's principle to explain this effect.
Effect on yield ........................................................................................
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(d) At equilibrium, with a pressure of 35 MPa and a temperature of 600 K, the yield of
ammonia is 65%.
(i) State why industry uses a temperature higher than 600 K.
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(ii) State why industry uses a pressure lower than 35 MPa.

Do not include references to safety.
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(Total 12 marks)
At high temperatures and in the presence of a catalyst, sulfur trioxide decomposes according to
20 the following equation.
2SO3(g) 2SO2(g) + O2(g) ∆Hϴ = +196 kJ mol–1
(a) In an experiment, 8.0mol of sulfur trioxide were placed in a container of volume 12.0 dm3
and allowed to come to equilibrium.
At temperature T1 there were 1.4 mol of oxygen in the equilibrium mixture.
(i) Calculate the amount, in moles, of sulfur trioxide and of sulfur dioxide in the
equilibrium mixture.
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(ii) Write an expression for the equilibrium constant, Kc, for this equilibrium.
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(iii) Deduce the units of Kc for this equilibrium.
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(iv) Calculate a value of Kc for this equilibrium at temperature T1
(If you were unable to complete the calculations in part (a)(i) you should assume that
the amount of sulfur trioxide in the equilibrium mixture was 5.8 mol and the amount of
sulfur dioxide was 2.1 mol. These are not the correct values.)
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(b) The experiment was repeated at the same temperature using the same amount of sulfur
trioxide but in a larger container.
State the effect, if any, of this change on:
(i) the amount, in moles, of oxygen in the new equilibrium mixture
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(ii) the value of Kc
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(c) The experiment was repeated in the original container but at temperature T2
The value of Kc was smaller than the value at temperature T1
State which is the higher temperature, T1 or T2
Higher temperature ........................................................................................
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(Total 12 marks)
A sample of nitrogen dioxide gas (NO2) was prepared by the reaction of copper with
21 concentrated nitric acid.
(a) (i) Balance the equation for the reaction of copper with concentrated nitric acid.
Cu + ........ HNO3 → Cu(NO3)2 + ........ NO2 + ........ H2O

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(ii) Give the oxidation state of nitrogen in each of the following compounds.
HNO3 ........................................................
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(iii) Deduce the half-equation for the conversion of HNO3 into NO2 in this reaction.
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(b) The following equilibrium is established between colourless dinitrogen tetraoxide gas
(N2O4) and dark brown nitrogen dioxide gas.
N2O4(g) 2NO2(g) ΔH = 58 kJ mol–1
(i) Give two features of a reaction at equilibrium.
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(ii) Use Le Chatelier’s principle to explain why the mixture of gases becomes darker in
colour when the mixture is heated at constant pressure.
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(iii) Use Le Chatelier’s principle to explain why the amount of NO 2 decreases when the
pressure is increased at constant temperature.
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(Total 10 marks)
The following dynamic equilibrium was established at temperature T in a closed container.

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P(g) + 2Q(g) 2R(g) ΔHο = –50 kJ mol–1
The value of Kc for the reaction was 68.0 mol–1 dm3 when the equilibrium mixture contained
3.82 mol of P and 5.24 mol of R.
(a) Give the meaning of the term dynamic equilibrium.
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(b) Write an expression for Kc for this reaction.
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(c) The volume of the container was 10.0 dm3.
Calculate the concentration, in mol dm–3, of Q in the equilibrium mixture.
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(d) State the effect, if any, on the equilibrium amount of P of increasing the temperature.
All other factors are unchanged.
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(e) State the effect, if any, on the equilibrium amount of P of using a container of larger volume.
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(f) State the effect, if any, on the value of Kc of increasing the temperature.
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(g) State the effect, if any, on the value of Kc of using a container of larger volume.
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(h) Deduce the value of the equilibrium constant, at temperature T, for the reaction
2R(g) P(g) + 2Q(g)
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(a) In an experiment, at a fixed temperature, an equilibrium mixture contained the following
23 amounts, in moles, of each component.
CH3CH2COOH CH3CH2OH CH3CH2COOCH2CH3 H 2O
0.0424 0.0525 0.0745 0.0813
Use the data in the table above to calculate a value for the equilibrium constant, Kc, at this
fixed temperature.
Record your answer to the appropriate precision.
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(b) If the mixture is uncovered during the time it is left to reach equilibrium, some of the ester
formed will evaporate.
Explain why a smaller volume of sodium hydroxide would then be required in the titration
compared with the volume for the covered mixture.
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(Total 4 marks)
(a) State why it is necessary to maintain a constant temperature in an experiment to measure

24 an equilibrium constant.
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(b) Suggest one method for maintaining a constant temperature in an experiment.
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(Total 2 marks)
Oxygen and ozone (O3) both occur as gases in the upper atmosphere.
25 Chlorine atoms catalyse the decomposition of ozone and contribute to the formation of a hole in
the ozone layer.
These chlorine atoms are formed from chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) such as CF3Cl
(a) (i) Give the IUPAC name of CF3Cl
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(ii) Complete the following equation that shows the formation of a chlorine atom from a
molecule of CF3Cl
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(iii) State what the • represents in Cl•
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(b) Write two equations that show how chlorine atoms catalyse the decomposition of ozone
into oxygen.
Equation 1 ....................................................................................................
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(c) An equilibrium is established between oxygen and ozone molecules as shown below.
3O2(g) 2O3(g) ΔH = +284 kJ mol–1
(i) State Le Chatelier’s principle.
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(ii) Use Le Chatelier’s principle to explain how an increase in temperature causes an

increase in the equilibrium yield of ozone.
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(d) Chemists supported the legislation to ban the use of CFCs. Modern refrigerators use
pentane rather than CFCs as refrigerants.
With reference to its formula, state why pentane is a more environmentally acceptable
refrigerant.
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(Total 9 marks)
Synthesis gas is a mixture of carbon monoxide and hydrogen. Methanol can be manufactured
26 from synthesis gas in a reversible reaction as shown by the following equation.
CO(g) + 2H2(g) CH3OH(g) ΔHο = –91 kJ mol–1
(a) A sample of synthesis gas containing 0.240 mol of carbon monoxide and 0.380 mol of
hydrogen was sealed together with a catalyst in a container of volume 1.50 dm3.
When equilibrium was established at temperature T1 the equilibrium mixture contained
0.170 mol of carbon monoxide.
Calculate the amount, in moles, of methanol and the amount, in moles, of hydrogen in the
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(b) A different sample of synthesis gas was allowed to reach equilibrium in a similar container
of volume 1.50 dm3 at temperature T1
At equilibrium, the mixture contained 0.210 mol of carbon monoxide, 0.275 mol of hydrogen
and 0.0820 mol of methanol.
(i) Write an expression for the equilibrium constant Kc for this reaction.
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(ii) Calculate a value for Kc for the reaction at temperature T1 and state its units.
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(iii) State the effect, if any, on the value of Kc of adding more hydrogen to the equilibrium
mixture.
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(c) The temperature of the mixture in part (b) was changed to T2 and the mixture was left to
reach a new equilibrium position. At this new temperature the equilibrium concentration of
methanol had increased.
Deduce which of T1 or T2 is the higher temperature and explain your answer.
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(d) The following reaction has been suggested as an alternative method for the production of
methanol.
CO2(g) + 3H2(g) CH3OH(g) + H2O(g)
The hydrogen used in this method is obtained from the electrolysis of water.
Suggest one possible environmental disadvantage of the production of hydrogen by

electrolysis.
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(e) One industrial use of methanol is in the production of biodiesel from vegetable oils such as
Give the formula of one compound in biodiesel that is formed by the reaction of methanol
with the vegetable oil shown above.
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(Total 13 marks)
Sulfuric acid is made from SO3 which can be manufactured in a series of stages from iron(II)
27 disulfide (FeS2), found in the mineral iron pyrites.
(a) In the first stage, FeS2 is roasted in air to form iron(III) oxide and sulfur dioxide.
(i) Balance the following equation for this reaction.
..........FeS2 + ..........O2 → ..........Fe2O3 + ..........SO2

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(ii) Deduce the oxidation state of sulfur in each of the following compounds.
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(b) In the second stage of the manufacture of sulfuric acid, sulfur dioxide reacts with oxygen.
The equation for the equilibrium that is established is shown below.
SO2(g) + O2(g) SO3(g) ΔH = –98 kJ mol–1
State and explain the effect of an increase in temperature on the equilibrium yield of SO3
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(c) In the extraction of iron, carbon monoxide reacts with iron(III) oxide. Write an equation for
this reaction and state the role of the carbon monoxide.
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The method of extraction of zinc has changed as different ores containing the element have
28 been discovered and as technology has improved.
Extraction process 1
In the earliest process, calamine (impure zinc carbonate) was heated with charcoal in
earthenware pots. This two-stage process gave a low yield of zinc.
ZnCO3(s) → ZnO(s) + CO2(g)
ZnO(s) + C(s) → Zn(s) + CO(g)
Deposits of calamine were being used up and a new two-stage process was developed using
zinc sulfide ores. All of the waste gases from this process were released into the atmosphere.
2ZnS(s) + 3O2(g) → 2ZnO(s) + 2SO2(g)
ZnO(s) + C(s) → Zn(s) + CO(g)
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The modern process uses the electrolysis of aqueous solutions of very pure zinc sulfate. The first
step in this process is the same as the first step in Extraction process 2. The second step uses
sulfuric acid made from the SO2 collected in the first step. The third step involves the electrolysis
of zinc sulfate solution to form pure zinc.
2ZnS(s) + 3O2(g) → 2ZnO(s) + 2SO2(g)
ZnO(s) + H2SO4(aq) → ZnSO4(aq) + H2O(l)
ZnSO4(aq) Zn(s)
(a) In the first stage of Extraction process 1 the following equilibrium is established when zinc
carbonate is heated in a closed container.
ZnCO3(s) ZnO(s) + CO2(g)
Use Le Chatelier’s principle to suggest and explain the effect on the yield of zinc oxide of
allowing the carbon dioxide to escape from the container.
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(b) State and explain one environmental reason why Extraction process 3 is an improvement
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(c) Give one reason why Extraction process 3 is an expensive method of making zinc but one
which is justified in terms of the product formed.
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(d) Deduce the half-equation for the formation of zinc from zinc ions during the electrolysis of
zinc sulfate solution and identify the electrode at which this reaction occurs.
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(e) Identify one reaction from the three extraction processes that is not a redox reaction and
state the type of reaction that it is. In terms of redox, state what happens to the carbon in
Extraction process 2.
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(f) Zinc and magnesium both react with steam in a similar way. Write an equation for the
reaction of zinc with steam and name the products of this reaction.
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The reaction of methane with steam produces hydrogen for use in many industrial processes.
29 Under certain conditions the following reaction occurs.
CH4(g) + 2H2O(g) CO2(g) + 4H2(g) ∆Hο = +165 kJ mol–1
(a) Initially, 1.0 mol of methane and 2.0 mol of steam were placed in a flask and heated with a
catalyst until equilibrium was established. The equilibrium mixture contained 0.25 mol of
carbon dioxide.
(i) Calculate the amounts, in moles, of methane, steam and hydrogen in the equilibrium
mixture.
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(ii) The volume of the flask was 5.0 dm3. Calculate the concentration, in mol dm–3, of
methane in the equilibrium mixture.
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(b) The table below shows the equilibrium concentration of each gas in a different equilibrium
mixture in the same flask and at temperature T.
gas CH4(g) H2O(g) CO2(g) H2(g)
concentration /
0.10 0.48 0.15 0.25
mol dm–3
(i) Write an expression for the equilibrium constant, Kc, for this reaction.
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(ii) Calculate a value for Kc at temperature T and give its units.
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(c) The mixture in part (b) was placed in a flask of volume greater than 5.0 dm3 and allowed to
reach equilibrium at temperature T.
State and explain the effect on the amount of hydrogen.
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(d) Explain why the amount of hydrogen decreases when the mixture in part (b) reaches
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Hydrogen gas is used in the chemical industry.

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(a) Tungsten is extracted by passing hydrogen over heated tungsten oxide (WO3).
(i) State the role of the hydrogen in this reaction.
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(ii) Write an equation for this reaction.
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(iii) State one risk of using hydrogen gas in metal extractions.
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(1)
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(b) Hydrogen is used to convert oleic acid into stearic acid as shown by the following equation.
+ H2 CH3(CH2)16COOH
oleic acid stearic acid
(i) Use your knowledge of the chemistry of alkenes to deduce the type of reaction that
has occurred in this conversion.
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(1)
(ii) State the type of stereoisomerism shown by oleic acid.
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(1)
(c) Hydrogen reacts with nitrogen in the Haber Process. The equation for the equilibrium that is
established is shown below.
N2(g) + 3H2(g) 2NH3(g)
(i) State Le Chatelier’s principle.
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(1)
(ii) Use Le Chatelier’s principle to explain why an increase in the total pressure of this
equilibrium results in an increase in the equilibrium yield of ammonia.
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(2)
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(d) Hydrogen reacts with oxygen in an exothermic reaction as shown by the following equation.
H2(g) + O2(g) → H2O(g) ∆H = –242 kJ mol–1
Use the information in the equation and the data in the following table to calculate a value
for the bond enthalpy of the H–H bond.
O–H O=O
Mean bond enthalpy / kJ mol–1 + 463 + 496
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(3)
(Total 11 marks)
A mixture was prepared using 1.00 mol of propanoic acid, 2.00 mol of ethanol and 5.00 mol of
31 water. At a given temperature, the mixture was left to reach equilibrium according to the following
equation.
CH3CH2COOH + CH3CH2OH CH3CH2COOCH2CH3 + H2O ∆Hο = –22 kJ mol–1
The equilibrium mixture contained 0.54 mol of the ester ethyl propanoate.
(a) (i) Calculate the amounts, in moles, of propanoic acid, of ethanol and of water in this
Moles of propanoic acid ......................................................................
Moles of ethanol .................................................................................
Moles of water ....................................................................................

(3)
(ii) Write an expression for the equilibrium constant, Kc, for this equilibrium.
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(1)
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(iii) Calculate a value for Kc for this equilibrium at this temperature. Explain why this Kc
value has no units.
Calculation ..........................................................................................
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Explanation .........................................................................................
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(3)
(b) For this equilibrium, predict the effect of an increase in temperature on each of the
following.
(i) the amount, in moles, of ester at equilibrium
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(1)
(ii) the time taken to reach equilibrium
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(1)
(iii) the value of Kc
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(1)
(Total 10 marks)
Carbon monoxide and hydrogen are used in the manufacture of methanol. An equilibrium is
32 established according to the following equation.
Cu catalyst
CO(g) + 2H2(g) CH3OH(g) ∆H = –9l kJ mol–1
(a) Give two features of a reaction at equilibrium.
Feature 1 .....................................................................................................
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Feature 2 ......................................................................................................
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(2)
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(b) Explain why an increase in temperature causes a decrease in the equilibrium yield of
methanol.
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(2)
(c) (i) State what is meant by the term catalyst.
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(1)
(ii) State the effect, if any, of the copper catalyst on the position of this equilibrium at a
fixed temperature.
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(1)
(d) Two methods are used to produce carbon monoxide from natural gas. Equations for these
two methods are shown below.
Method 1 CH4 + H2O → 2CO + 3H2
Method 2 CH4 + CO2 → 2CO + 2H2
The manufacture of methanol from these sources of carbon monoxide has been described
as carbon neutral.
(i) ......................................................................................................................
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(1)
(ii) Show how combining the equations from these two methods can lead to the 1:2 mol
ratio of carbon monoxide to hydrogen required for this synthesis of methanol.
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(1)
(Total 8 marks)
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In the past 150 years, three different processes have been used to extract bromine from
33 potassium bromide. These processes are illustrated below.
Extraction Process 1
2KBr + MnO2 + 2H2SO4 → MnSO4 + K2SO4 + 2H2O + Br2
The reaction of solid potassium bromide with concentrated sulfuric acid.
The reaction of aqueous potassium bromide with chlorine gas.
(a) Write a half-equation for the conversion of MnO2 in acid solution into Mn2+ ions and water.
In terms of electrons, state what is meant by the term oxidising agent and identify the
oxidising agent in the overall reaction.
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(3)
(b) Write an equation for Extraction Process 2 and an equation for Extraction Process 3.
Calculate the percentage atom economy for the extraction of bromine from potassium
bromide by Extraction Process 3. Suggest why Extraction Process 3 is the method in
large-scale use today.
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(5)
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(c) Bromine has been used for more than 70 years to treat the water in swimming pools.
The following equilibrium is established when bromine is added to water.
Br2 + H2O HBrO + HBr
Give the oxidation state of bromine in HBr and in HBrO
Deduce what will happen to this equilibrium as the HBrO reacts with micro-organisms in the
swimming pool water. Explain your answer.
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(4)
(Total 12 marks)
Methanol is a useful liquid fuel that can be produced by direct combination of carbon monoxide
34 and hydrogen.
CO(g) + 2H2(g) CH3OH(g) ΔHο = –91 kJ mol–1
(a) Explain why a low temperature and a high pressure favour a high yield of methanol in this
reaction.
Low temperature ..........................................................................................
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High pressure ..............................................................................................
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(4)
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(b) The industrial manufacture of methanol using this reaction is carried out at a compromise
temperature of 400 °C under a pressure of 20 MPa in the presence of a Cr2O3/ZnO
catalyst.
(i) Justify the use of a compromise temperature.
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(ii) What effect, other than on the yield, does the use of high pressure have on the
reaction?
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(3)
(Total 7 marks)
The study of equilibrium constants enables chemists to calculate the composition of equilibrium
35 mixtures.
(a) The expression for an equilibrium constant, Kc, for a homogeneous equilibrium is given
below.
Kc =
(i) Write an equation for the forward reaction.
.............................................................................................................
(ii) Deduce the units of Kc
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(iii) State what can be deduced from the fact that the value of Kc is larger when the
equilibrium is established at a lower temperature.
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(3)
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(b) When a 0.218 mol sample of hydrogen iodide was heated in a flask of volume V dm3, the
following equilibrium was established at 700 K.
2HI(g) H2(g) + I2(g)
The equilibrium mixture was found to contain 0.023 mol of hydrogen.
(i) Calculate the number of moles of iodine and the number of moles of hydrogen iodide
in the equilibrium mixture.
Number of moles of iodine ..................................................................
Number of moles of hydrogen iodide ..................................................
.............................................................................................................
(ii) Write an expression for Kc for the equilibrium.
.............................................................................................................
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(iii) State why the volume of the flask need not be known when calculating a value for Kc.
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(iv) Calculate the value of Kc at 700 K.
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(v) Calculate the value of Kc at 700 K for the equilibrium
H2(g) + I2(g) 2HI(g)
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(7)
(Total 10 marks)
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A method of synthesising ammonia directly from nitrogen and hydrogen was developed by Fritz
36 Haber. On an industrial scale, this synthesis requires a high temperature, a high pressure and a
catalyst and is very expensive to operate.
(a) Use the data given below to calculate a value for the enthalpy of formation of ammonia
Bond N ≡N H–H N–H
Mean bond enthalpy/kJ

945 436 391
mol–1
(3)
(b) A manager in charge of ammonia production wished to increase the daily production of
ammonia and reduce the production costs. How would a chemist explain the factors that
would influence the commercial efficiency of this production process?
(8)
(Total 11 marks)
In the Haber Process for the manufacture of ammonia, nitrogen and hydrogen react as shown in
37 the equation.
N2(g) + 3H2(g) 2NH3(g) ∆Hο = –92 kJ mol–1
The table shows the percentage yield of ammonia, under different conditions of pressure and
temperature, when the reaction has reached dynamic equilibrium.
Temperature / K 600 800 1000
% yield of ammonia at 10 MPa 50 10 2
(a) Explain the meaning of the term dynamic equilibrium.
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(2)
(b) Use Le Chatelier’s principle to explain why, at a given temperature, the percentage yield of
ammonia increases with an increase in overall pressure.
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(3)
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(c) Give a reason why a high pressure of 50 MPa is not normally used in the Haber Process.
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(1)
(d) Many industrial ammonia plants operate at a compromise temperature of about 800 K.
(i) State and explain, by using Le Chatelier’s principle, one advantage, other than cost,
of using a temperature lower than 800 K.
Advantage ..........................................................................................
Explanation .........................................................................................
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(ii) State the major advantage of using a temperature higher than 800 K.
.............................................................................................................
(iii) Hence explain why 800 K is referred to as a compromise temperature.
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(5)
(Total 11 marks)
(a) The diagram below shows the effect of temperature and pressure on the equilibrium yield
38 of the product in a gaseous equilibrium.
(i) Use the diagram to deduce whether the forward reaction involves an increase or a
decrease in the number of moles of gas. Explain your answer.
Change in number of moles ................................................................
Explanation .........................................................................................
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(ii) Use the diagram to deduce whether the forward reaction is exothermic or
endothermic.
The forward reaction is .......................................................................
Explanation .........................................................................................
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(6)
(b) When a 0.218 mol sample of hydrogen iodide was heated in a flask of volume V dm3,
the following equilibrium was established at 700 K.
2HI(g) H2(g) + I2(g)
The equilibrium mixture was found to contain 0.023 mol of hydrogen.
(i) Calculate the number of moles of iodine and the number of moles of hydrogen iodide
in the equilibrium mixture.
Number of moles of iodine...................................................................
Number of moles of hydrogen iodide …................................................
.............................................................................................................
(ii) Write an expression for Kc for the equilibrium.
.............................................................................................................
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(iii) State why the volume of the flask need not be known when calculating a value for Kc.
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(iv) Calculate the value of Kc at 700 K.
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(v) Calculate the value of Kc at 700 K for the equilibrium
H2(g) + I2(g) 2HI(g)
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(7)
(Total 13 marks)
The standard enthalpy of formation, ΔHf for O3(g) is + 142 kJ mol–1. In which one of the following
39
would both the changes shown increase the amount of O2 gas in an equilibrium mixture
containing only O2(g) and O3(g)?
A increasing the temperature and increasing the pressure
B increasing the temperature and decreasing the pressure
C decreasing the temperature and increasing the pressure
D decreasing the temperature and decreasing the pressure

(Total 1 mark)
At high temperatures, nitrogen is oxidised by oxygen to form nitrogen monoxide in a reversible

40 reaction as shown in the equation below.
N2(g) + O2(g) 2NO(g) ∆Hο = +180 kJ mol–1
(a) In terms of electrons, give the meaning of the term oxidation.
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(1)
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(b) State and explain the effect of an increase in pressure, and the effect of an increase in
temperature, on the yield of nitrogen monoxide in the above equilibrium.
Effect of an increase in pressure on the yield .............................................
Explanation ..................................................................................................
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Effect of an increase in temperature on the yield ........................................
Explanation ..................................................................................................
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(6)
(c) Nitrogen monoxide, NO, is formed when silver metal reduces nitrate ions, NO in acid
solution.
(i) Deduce the oxidation state of nitrogen in NO and in NO
NO.......................................................................................................
NO ....................................................................................................
(ii) Write a half-equation for the reduction of NO ions in acid solution to form nitrogen
monoxide and water.
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(iii) Write a half-equation for the oxidation of silver metal to Ag+(aq) ions.
.............................................................................................................
(iv) Hence, deduce an overall equation for the reaction between silver metal and nitrate
ions in acid solution.
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(5)
(Total 12 marks)
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(a) The expression for an equilibrium constant, Kc, for a homogeneous equilibrium reaction is
41 given below.
(i) Write an equation for the forward reaction.
.............................................................................................................
(ii) Deduce the units of Kc
.............................................................................................................
(iii) State what can be deduced from the fact that the value of Kc is larger when the
equilibrium is established at a lower temperature.
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(3)
(b) A 36.8 g sample of N2O4 was heated in a closed flask of volume 16.0 dm3. An equilibrium
was established at a constant temperature according to the following equation.
N2O4(g) 2NO2(g)
The equilibrium mixture was found to contain 0.180 mol of N2O4
(i) Calculate the number of moles of N2O4 in the 36.8 g sample.
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(ii) Calculate the number of moles of NO2 in the equilibrium mixture.
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(iii) Write an expression for Kc and calculate its value under these conditions.
Expression for Kc .................................................................................
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Calculation ..........................................................................................
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(iv) Another 36.8 g sample of N2O4 was heated to the same temperature as in the original
experiment, but in a larger flask. State the effect, if any, of this change on the position
of equilibrium and on the value of Kc compared with the original experiment.
Effect on the position of equilibrium ...................................................
Effect on the value of Kc ......................................................................

(9)
(Total 12 marks)
The following information concerns the equilibrium gas-phase synthesis of methanol.

42
CO(g) + 2H2(g) CH3OH(g)
At equilibrium, when the temperature is 68 °C, the total pressure is 1.70 MPa.
The number of moles of CO, H2 and CH3OH present are 0.160, 0.320 and 0.180, respectively.
Thermodynamic data are given below.
Substance ΔH / kJ mol−1 S / J K-1 mol-1
CO(g) −110 198
H2(g) 0 131
CH3OH(g) −201 240
Which one of the following statements applies to this equilibrium?
A The value of Kp increases if the temperature is raised.
B The value of Kp increases if the pressure is raised.
C The yield of methanol decreases if the temperature is lowered.
D The yield of methanol decreases if the pressure is lowered.

(Total 1 mark)
(a) Hydrogen used in the Haber Process is produced in the following dynamic equilibrium
43 reaction.
CH4(g) + H2O(g) CO(g) + 3H2(g)
(i) In terms of rates and of concentrations, what does the term dynamic equilibrium
mean?
Rates ..................................................................................................
Concentrations …................................................................................
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(ii) State how an increase in pressure will affect the equilibrium yield of hydrogen.
Equilibrium yield .................................................................................
Explanation .........................................................................................
(iii) The equilibrium yield of hydrogen is reduced when the reaction is carried out at a
lower temperature. What can be deduced about the enthalpy change in this reaction?
.............................................................................................................
(iv) Explain why the equilibrium yield is unchanged when a catalyst is introduced.
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(8)
(b) Ammonia is produced in the Haber Process according to the following equation.
N2(g) + 3H2(g) 2NH3(g) ΔHf = –92 kJ mol–1
Typical operating conditions are 450 °C and 20 MPa (200 bar).
(i) Explain why 450 °C is a compromise temperature.
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(ii) Explain why 20 MPa is a compromise pressure.
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(6)
(Total 14 marks)
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When one mole of ammonia is heated to a high temperature, 50% dissociates according to the
44 following equilibrium.
2NH3(g) ⇌ N2(g) + 3H2(g)
What is the total number of moles of gas present in the equilibrium mixture?
A 1.5
B 2.0
C 2.5
D 3.0
(Total 1 mark)
Methanol is synthesised from carbon monoxide and hydrogen according to the equation below.
45
CO(g) + 2H2(g)⇌ CH3OH(g) ∆H = −91 kJ mol−1
Which one of the following changes would not affect the value of the equilibrium constant and
would not increase the yield of methanol?
A increase in temperature
B decrease in temperature
C increase in pressure
D decrease in pressure
(Total 1 mark)
Normal water and heavy water react together to form isotopicaily mixed water according to the
46 equation
H2O(l) + D2O(l) ⇌ 2HDO(l)
The standard enthalpy of formation of H2O(l) is −286 kJ mol−1, that of D2O(l) is −294 kJ mol−1,
and that of HDO(l) is −290 kJ mol−1. Which one of the following best represents the variation with
temperature of the yield of HDO at equilibrium?
(Total 1 mark)
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The equilibrium constant, Kc, for a reaction which leads to ozone (O3) formation is
47
More ozone is formed as the temperature rises. Which one of the following is true at equilibrium?
A When ozone molecules collide with nitrogen they may form nitrogen monoxide.
B The enthalpy change for the reaction has a negative sign.
C Less ozone is formed at high pressure.
D At a fixed temperature, the magnitude of Kc increases as the concentration of NO

decreases.
(Total 1 mark)
Phosphorus(V) chloride decomposes at high temperatures into phosphorus(III) chloride and

48 chlorine according to the equation.
PCl5(g) ⇌ PCl3(g) + Cl2(g)
Which one of the graphs best represents the variation with pressure of the yield of chlorine at
equilibrium?
(Total 1 mark)
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The graph shows the equilibrium percentage of ammonia present during the formation of
49 ammonia by the Haber process:
N2 + 3H2 ⇌ 2NH3 ∆H = −92 kJ mol−1
x axis
Which one of the following are correct labels for the graph?
x axis Curve A Curve B
A temperature high pressure low pressure
B temperature low pressure high pressure
C pressure high temperature low temperature
D pressure low temperature high temperature

(Total 1 mark)
A weak acid HA dissociates in aqueous solution as shown below

50
HA(aq) ⇌ H+(aq) + A−(aq) ∆H = +20 kJ mol−1
Which one of the following changes will result in a decrease in the pH of an aqueous solution of
the acid?
A addition of a little aqueous sodium hydroxide solution
B raising the temperature of the solution
C dissolving a little of the sodium salt, NaA, in the solution
D adding a platinum catalyst to the solution

(Total 1 mark)
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A compound X is formed during a gas phase reaction. The graphs below show how the
51 percentage of a compound X present at equilibrium varies with temperature and pressure.
Temperature Pressure
Which one of the following statements concerning the formation of X is correct?
A The reaction is exothermic and involves a decrease in the number of moles of gas.
B The reaction is exothermic and involves no change in the number of moles of gas.
C The reaction is exothermic and involves an increase in the number of moles of gas.
D The reaction is endothermic and involves a decrease in the number of moles of gas.
(Total 1 mark)
A sample of chlorine gas was sealed in a tube, heated and an equilibrium was established.
52
Cl2(g) ⇌ 2Cl(g)
Which one of the following is not true?
A The concentration of chlorine atoms remains the same when a catalyst is added to the
tube.
B Increase in temperature causes an increase in the concentration of chlorine atoms.
C Increase in pressure causes an increase in the concentration of chlorine atoms relative to

chlorine molecules.
D Addition of more chlorine gas to the tube causes an increase in the concentration of
chlorine atoms.
(Total 1 mark)
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When one mole of ammonia is heated to a given temperature, 50 per cent of the compound
53 dissociates and the following equilibrium is established.
NH3(g) ⇌ ½ N2 (g) + H2 (g)
What is the total number of moles of gas present in this mixture?
A 1.5
B 2.0
C 2.5
D 3.0
(Total 1 mark)
The ester methyl ethanoate is hydrolysed as shown in the following equation.

54
CH3COOCH3(l) + H2O(l) CH3COOH(l) + CH3OH(l) ΔH = +3 kJ mol−1
A 3 mol sample of methyl ethanoate was mixed with 3 mol of water and left to reach equilibrium
at 298 K. The equilibrium yield of ethanoic acid was 2 mol. The value of Kc for this reaction at
298 K is
C 2
D 4
(Total 1 mark)
Methanol can be synthesised from carbon monoxide by the reversible reaction shown below.
55
CO(g) + 2H2(g) CH3OH(g) ΔH = –91 kJ mol–1
The process operates at a pressure of 5 MPa and a temperature of 700 K in the presence of a
copper-containing catalyst. This reaction can reach dynamic equilibrium.
(a) By reference to rates and concentrations, explain the meaning of the term dynamic
equilibrium.
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(2)
(b) Explain why a high yield of methanol is favoured by high pressure.
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(2)
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(c) Suggest two reasons why the operation of this process at a pressure much higher than
5 MPa would be very expensive.
Reason 1.......................................................................................................
Reason 2.......................................................................................................
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(2)
(d) State the effect of an increase in temperature on the equilibrium yield of methanol and
explain your answer.
Effect.............................................................................................................
Explanation....................................................................................................
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(3)
(e) If a catalyst were not used in this process, the operating temperature would have to be
greater than 700 K. Suggest why an increased temperature would be required.
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(1)
(Total 10 marks)
Nitrogen dioxide dissociates according to the following equation.

56
2NO2(g) 2NO(g) + O2(g)
When 21.3 g of nitrogen dioxide were heated to a constant temperature, T, in a flask of volume
11.5 dm3, an equilibrium mixture was formed which contained 7.04 g of oxygen.
(a) (i) Calculate the number of moles of oxygen present in this equilibrium mixture and
deduce the number of moles of nitrogen monoxide also present in this equilibrium
mixture.
Number of moles Of O2 at equilibrium .................................................
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Number of moles of NO at equilibrium .................................................
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(ii) Calculate the number of moles in the original 21.3 g of nitrogen dioxide and hence
calculate the number of moles of nitrogen dioxide present in this equilibrium mixture.
Original number of moles of NO2 ................................................................
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Number of moles of NO2 at equilibrium ...............................................
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(4)
(b) Write an expression for the equilibrium constant, Kc, for this reaction. Calculate the value of
this constant at temperature T and give its units.
Expression for Kc ..........................................................................................
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Calculation ....................................................................................................
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(4)
(c) The total number of moles of gas in the flask is 0.683. Use the ideal gas equation to
determine the temperature T at which the total pressure in the flask is 3.30 × 105 Pa.
(The gas constant R = 8.31 J K–1mol–1)
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(3)
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(d) State the effect on the equilibrium yield of oxygen and on the value of Kc when the same
mass of nitrogen dioxide is heated to the same temperature T, but in a different flask of
greater volume.
Yield of oxygen .............................................................................................
Value of Kc ....................................................................................................
(2)
(Total 13 marks)
Hydrogen is produced by the reaction between steam and methane when the following dynamic
57 equilibrium is established.
CH4(g) + H2O(g) CO(g) + 3H2(g) ΔH = +206 kJ mol–1
(a) Use Le Chatelier’s principle to predict the separate effects of an increase in temperature
and of an increase in pressure on the yield of hydrogen obtained in the above reaction. In
each case, explain your answer.
(6)
(b) State how, and explain why, the use of a catalyst might or might not change the equilibrium
yield of hydrogen, and also the amount of hydrogen produced, in a given time.
(4)
(Total 10 marks)
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Mark schemes
(a) (i) M1
1 High (temperature) OR Increase (the temperature)
If M1 is incorrect CE = 0 for the clip
If M1 is blank, mark on and seek to credit the correct information
in the text
M2
The (forward) reaction / to the right is endothermic or takes in / absorbs heat
OR
The reverse reaction / to the left is exothermic or gives out / releases heat
M3 depends on correct M2 and must refer to temperature / heat

M3 depends on a correct statement for M2
At high temperature, the (position of ) equilibrium shifts / moves left to right to

oppose the increase in temperature
For M3, the position of equilibrium shifts / moves
to absorb heat OR
to lower the temperature OR
to cool down the reaction
3
(ii) M1
The reaction gets to equilibrium faster / in less time
OR
Produces a small yield faster / in less time
OR
Increases the rate (of reaction / of attainment of equilibrium)
Mark independently
M2
High pressure leads to one of the following
• more particles / molecules in a given volume
• particles / they are closer together
• higher concentration of particles / molecules
AND
• more collisions in a given time / increased collision frequency
Penalise M2 for reference to increased energy of the particles
2
(iii) M1 Increase in / more / large(r) / big(ger) surface area / surface sites

Mark independently
For M1 accept “an increase in surface”
M2 increase in / more successful / productive / effective collisions (in a given

time) (on the surface of the catalyst / with the nickel)
For M2 not simply “more collisions”
Ignore “the chance or likelihood” of collisions
2
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(b) M1
No effect / None
If M1 is incorrect CE = 0 for the clip
If M1 is blank, mark on and seek to credit the correct information
in the text
M2 requires a correct M1
Equal / same number / amount of moles / molecules / particles on either side of the
equation
OR
2 moles / molecules / particles on the left and 2 moles / molecules / particles on the
right
In M2 not “atoms”
2
[9]
2
(a) Kc =
Penalise ( ) in this part but can score units; mark on in (b)

If Kc expression wrong no marks in this part but can score M1 & M3
in (b)
1
units = mol−1 dm3

1
(b) [O2] = or or
Correct answer scores three marks

Ignore ( ) in this part
Penalise contradiction in M1
M1
1
0.061(4)
If Kc expression wrong in (a) can score M1 here for rearrangement
of their Kc & M3 for multiplication by 1.4
M2
mol O2 = 0.0614 × 1.4 = 0.086 (allow 0.085−0.087)

If Kc or rearrangement wrong here score only M3 for multiplication
by 1.4
1
M3 = correct answer of (M2 × 1.4)
M3
1
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(c) (i) No effect OR none OR no change OR stays the same
1
(ii) Effect: Increase or more SO3
Increase or more SO3

If wrong effect, no further marks, but M2 and
M3 are independent of each other
M1
1
Fewer mole(cule)s on RHS

or 3 moles to 2 moles
or (eqm shifts) to side with fewer moles
(V3 or) residual V decreases in numerator of Kc expression
M2
1
Equilibrium moves / shifts to reduce the pressure /

oppose the increase in pressure
to keep Kc constant,
ratio
must increase
Allow to oppose the change only if increase pressure mentioned
M3
1
[9]
(a) Cl2 + H2O HOCl + HCl

3
Allow the products shown as ions.
1
Cl2 = 0, HOCl = +1 and HCl = −1

1 mark for all three oxidation states correct. Allow a reaction arrow
in this equation.
Oxidation states must match the species
1
(b) Hydroxide / alkali ions react with the acids

Mark independently
1
Equilibrium moves to the right

1
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(c) Only used in small amounts
1
The health benefits outweigh the risks

1
[6]
(a) amount of X = 0.50 – 0.20 = 0.30 (mol)

4 1
amount of Y = 0.50 – 2 × 0.20 = 0.10 (mol)

1
(b) Axes labelled with values, units and scales that use over half of each axis
All three of values, units and scales are required for the mark
1
Curve starts at origin

1
Then flattens at 30 seconds at 0.20 mol

1
(c) Expression = Kc =
1
[Y]2 =
1
[Y] = (0.35 / 0.40 × 2.9)0.5 = 0.5493 = 0.55 (mol dm–3)

Answer must be to 2 significant figures
1
(d) Darkened / went more orange

1
The equilibrium moved to the right

1
To oppose the increased concentration of Y

1
(e) The orange colour would fade

1
[12]
(a) Alkenes
5 1
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Correctly drawn molecule of cyclobutane or methyl cyclopropane,
need not be displayed formula
1
(b) C6H14 (or correct alkane structure with 6 carbons)

Allow hexane or any other correctly named alkane with 6 carbons
1
(c) Poly(but-2-ene)
1
(d) High pressure

Allow pressure ≥ MPa
Mention of catalyst loses the mark
1
(e) This question is marked using levels of response. Refer to the Mark Scheme
Instructions for Examiners for guidance on how to mark this question.
Level 3
All stages are covered and the explanation of each stage is generally correct and
virtually complete.
Answer communicates the whole process coherently and shows a logical progression
from stage 1 and stage 2 (in either order) to stage 3.
5–6 marks
Level 2
All stages are covered but the explanation of each stage may be incomplete or may
contain inaccuracies OR two stages are covered and the explanations are generally
correct and virtually complete.
Answer is mainly coherent and shows progression. Some steps in each stage may
be out of order and incomplete.
3–4 marks
Level 1
Two stages are covered but the explanation of each stage may be incomplete or may
contain inaccuracies, OR only one stage is covered but the explanation is generally
correct and virtually complete.
Answer includes isolated statements but these are not presented in a logical order or
show confused reasoning.
1–2 marks
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Level 0
Insufficient correct chemistry to gain a mark.

0 marks
Indicative chemistry content
Stage 1: consider effect of higher temperature on yield
(Or vice versa for lower temperature)
• Le Chatelier’s principle predicts that equilibrium shifts to
oppose any increase in temperature
• Exothermic reaction, so equilibrium shifts in endothermic
direction / to the left
• So a Higher T will reduce yield
Stage 2: consider effect of higher temperature on rate
(Or vice versa for lower temperature)
• At higher temperature, more high energy molecules
• more collisions have E>Ea
• So rate of reaction increases / time to reach equilibrium
decreases
Stage 3: conclusion
Industrial conditions chosen to achieve (cost-effective) balance of
suitable yield at reasonable rate
[11]
(a) Bonds broken = 2(C=O) + 3(H–H) = 2 × 743 + 3 × H–H

6
Bonds formed = 3(C–H) +(C–O) + 3(O–H) = 3 × 412 + 360 + 3 × 463
Both required
1
–49 = [2 × 743 + 3 × (H–H)] – [3 × 412 + 360 + 3 × 463]
3(H–H) = –49 – 2 × 743 + [3 × 412 + 360 + 3 × 463] = 1450

Both required
1
H–H = 483 (kJ mol–1)

Allow 483.3(3)
1
(b) Mean bond enthalpies are not the same as the actual bond enthalpies in CO2 (and /
or methanol and / or water)
1
(c) The carbon dioxide (produced on burning methanol) is used up in this reaction
1
(d) 4 mol of gas form 2 mol

1
At high pressure the position of equilibrium moves to the right to lower the pressure /
oppose the high pressure
1
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This increases the yield of methanol
1
(e) Impurities (or sulfur compounds) block the active sites

Allow catalyst poisoned
1
(f) Stage 1: moles of components in the equilibrium mixture

Extended response question
CO2(g) + 3H2(g) CH3OH(g) + H2O(g)
Initial
1.0 3.0 0 0
moles
Eqm (1–0.86) (3–3×0.86)

0.86 0.86
moles = 0.14 = 0.42
1
Stage 2: Partial pressure calculations
Total moles of gas = 2.28
Partial pressures = mol fraction × ptotal

1
pCO2 = mol fraction × ptotal = 0.14 × 500 / 2.28 = 30.7 kPa
pH2 = mol fraction × ptotal = 0.42 × 500 / 2.28 = 92.1 kPa

M3 is for partial pressures of both reactants
Alternative M3 =
ppCO2 = 0.0614 × 500
ppH2 = 0.1842 × 500
1
pCH3OH = mol fraction × ptotal = 0.86 × 500 / 2.28 = 188.6 kPa
pH2O = mol fraction × ptotal = 0.86 × 500 / 2.28 = 188.6 kPa

M4 is for partial pressures of both products
Alternative M4 =
ppCH3OH = 0.3772 × 500
ppH2O = 0.3772 × 500
1
Stage 3: Equilibrium constant calculation

Kp = pCH3OH × pH2O / pCO2 × (pH2)3
1
Hence Kp = 188.6 × 188.6 / 30.7 × (92.1)3 = 1.483 × 10–3 = 1.5 × 10–3

Answer must be to 2 significant figures
1
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Units = kPa–2
1
[16]
(a) Stage 1: Moles of acid at equilibrium

7
Moles of sodium hydroxide in each titration
= (3.20 × 2.00 × 10–1) / 1000 = 6.40 × 10–4
Extended response
1
Sample = 10 cm3 so moles of acid in 250 cm3 of equilibrium mixture

= 25 × 6.40 × 10–4 = 1.60 × 10–2
M2 can only be scored if = answer to M1 × 25
1
Stage 2: Moles of ester and water formed
Moles of acid reacted = 8.00 × 10–2 – 1.60 × 10–2 = 6.40 × 10–2
= moles ester and water formed

M3 is 8.00 × 10–2 – M2
1
Stage 3: Moles of ethanol at equilibrium
Moles of ethanol remaining = 1.20 × 10–1 – 6.40 × 10–2 = 5.60 × 10–2

M4 is 1.20 × 10–1 – M3
1
Stage 4: Calculation of equilibrium constant
Kc = [CH3COOCH2CH3] [H2O] / [CH3COOH] [CH3CH2OH]

1
= (6.40 × 10–2)2 / (1.60 × 10–2)(5.60 × 10–2)
= 4.5714 = 4.57
M6 is M32 / M2 × M4
Answer must be given to 3 significant figures
1
(b)
Rough 1 2 3
Final burette reading / cm3 4.60 8.65 12.85 16.80
Initial burette reading / cm3 0.10 4.65 8.65 12.85
Titre / cm3 4.50 4.00 4.20 3.95
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(c) Mean = 4.00 + 3.95 / 2 = 3.98 (cm3)
Allow 3.975 (cm3)
1
Titres 1 and 3 are concordant

Allow titre 2 is not concordant
1
(d) Thymol blue

1
(e) Percentage uncertainty: 0.15 / 3.98 × 100 = 3.77%

Allow consequential marking on mean titre from 2.3
1
(f) Use a lower concentration of NaOH

1
So that a larger titre is required (reduces percentage uncertainty in titre)

1
[13]
A
8 [1]
(a) (i) Award mark for X on the time axis at the point where the lines just become
9 horizontal
Allow this mark if X is above the letters “sh” in the word “show” in
part(ii) - in the range of lines 31 to 33.
1
(ii) They are equal / the same
OR
Forward (rate) = Reverse / backward (rate)

Allow the word ‘speed’ in this context.
Ignore reference to concentration.
1
(b) Both OR forward and reverse reactions occur at the same time
OR both are occurring at once
OR both occur all of the time
OR both are ongoing
OR both never stop

Ignore ‘at equal rates’.
Ignore reference to concentration or equilibrium.
The idea that both reactions occur simultaneously is essential.
The simple idea of ‘both reactions occurring’ is insufficient for the
mark.
1
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(c) (i) M1 No effect / no change / none / stays the same
M2 requires correct M1
In M2, ignore reference to particles or atoms.
M2 Equal (number of) moles / molecules on both sides

2
(ii) M1 Less time or it decreases or (equilibrium) reached faster (ie M1 is a

reference to time taken)
If M1 is ‘more time / it increases’ or ‘no effect’, then CE=0 for the
clip.
Reference to faster / increased rate / increased speed alone
penalises M1, but mark on M2 and M3.
M2 More particles / molecules in a given volume / space
OR the particles / molecules are closer together

If M1 is blank, then look for all three marks in the text.
M3 More successful / productive collisions in a given time
OR more collisions with E>EAct in a given time
OR more frequent successful / productive collisions
OR increased / greater successful / productive collision frequency / rate

Ignore reference to reactants / products.
Penalise M3 if an increase / decrease in the value of EAct is stated.
3
[8]
(a) (i) M1 double-headed curly arrow from the lone pair of the bromide ion to the C atom of
10 the CH2
Penalise additional arrows.
M2 double-headed arrow from the bond to the O atom
As follows
(ii) M1 nucleophilic substitution

M1 both words needed (allow phonetic spelling).
M2 1-bromo(-2-)methylpropane
M2 Require correct spelling in the name but ignore any hyphens or
commas.
2
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(b) M1 hydrolysis
For M1 give credit for ‘hydration’ on this occasion only.
M2 C≡N with absorption range 2220–2260 (cm−1)

Credit 1 mark from M2 and M3 for identifying C≡N and either
O–H(acids) or C=O or C–O without reference to wavenumbers or
with incorrect wavenumbers.
M3 O–H(acids) with absorption range 2500–3000 (cm−1)
OR
C=O with absorption range 1680–1750 (cm−1)
OR
C–O with absorption range 1000–1300 (cm−1)

Apply the list principle to M3
3
(c) (i) M1 Yield / product OR ester increases / goes up / gets more
M2 (By Le Chatelier’s principle) the position of equilibrium is driven / shifts /

moves to the right / L to R / in the forward direction / to the product(s)
M3 – requires a correct statement in M2
(The position of equilibrium moves)
to oppose the increased concentration of ethanol
to oppose the increased moles of ethanol
to lower the concentration of ethanol
to oppose the change and decrease the ethanol

If no reference to M1, marks M2 and M3 can still score BUT if M1 is
incorrect CE=0
If there is reference to ‘pressure’ award M1 ONLY.
3
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(ii) M1
Catalysts provide an alternative route / pathway / mechanism
OR
surface adsorption / surface reaction occurs

For M1, not simply ‘provides a surface’ as the only statement.
M1 may be scored by reference to a specific example.
M2
that has a lower / reduced activation energy
OR
lowers / reduces the activation energy

Penalise M2 for reference to an increase in the energy of the
molecules.
For M2, the student may use a definition of activation energy
without referring to the term.
Reference to an increase in successful collisions in unit time alone
is not sufficient for M2 since it does not explain why this has
occurred.
2
[12]
(a) Mol of E 1.6(00)

11
Ignore extra zeros.
1
Mol of F 0.2(00)
1
(b) Kc =
Penalise expression containing V.
Penalise missing brackets or ( ).
1
mol−1 dm3
If Kc wrong, allow units consequential to their Kc, but no marks in (c)
unless correct Kc used in (c).
1
(c) Kc =
Vol missed or used wrongly – no marks.
If Kc correct in (b) but squared term missed here, no further marks.
1
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= 0.3(01) Allow 0.299−0.304
Ignore units.
1
(d) M1 Decrease
If M1 is incorrect CE=0 for the clip.
If M1 is blank, mark on and seek to credit the correct information in
the explanation.
1
M2 More moles on LHS / reactants or fewer / less moles on RHS / products

(allow correct ratio 3:2)
M2 not just a generic statement ‘shifts to more moles’.
1
M3 (Equilibrium) shifts / moves either to oppose reduction in pressure / or to

increase the pressure
M3 depends on a correct statement for M2.
Not ‘favours’.
Allow ‘to oppose change’ only if reduction in pressure noted.
1
(e) M1 T1
If M1 is incorrect, CE=0 for the clip.
If M1 is blank, mark on and seek to credit the correct information in
the explanation.
1
M2 (Forward*) reaction is exothermic

OR Backward reaction is endothermic
*Assume answer refers to forward reaction unless otherwise stated.
1
M3 (at T2 or lower temperature)
(Equilibrium) shifted / moved to oppose reduction in temp
OR
at T1 or higher temp, (Equilibrium) shifted / moved to oppose (increase in

temp)
Allow “to oppose change” only if change in temperature is stated.
Not ‘favours’.
1
[12]
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(a) (i) M1 c(oncentrated) phosphoric acid / c(onc.) H3PO4
12 OR c(oncentrated) sulfuric acid / c(onc.) H2SO4
In M1, the acid must be concentrated.
Ignore an incorrect attempt at the correct formula that is written in
addition to the correct name.
M2 Re-circulate / re-cycle the (unreacted) ethene (and steam) / the reactants

OR pass the gases over the catalyst several / many times
In M2, ignore “remove the ethanol”.
Credit “re-use”.
2
(ii) M1
(By Le Chatelier’s principle) the equilibrium is driven / shifts / moves to the right
/ L to R / forwards / in the forward direction
M2 depends on a correct statement of M1

The equilibrium moves / shifts to
• oppose the addition of / increased concentration of / increased moles /

increased amount of water / steam
• to decrease the amount of steam / water
Mark M3 independently
M3 Yield of product / conversion increase OR ethanol increases / goes up /
gets more
3
(iii) M1 Poly(ethene) / polyethene / polythene / HDPE / LDPE
M2 At higher pressures
More / higher cost of electrical energy to pump / pumping cost
OR
Cost of higher pressure equipment / valves / gaskets / piping etc.
OR expensive equipment
Credit all converse arguments for M2
2
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(b) M1 for balanced equation
M2 for state symbols in a correctly balanced equation
2C(s / graphite) + 3H2(g) + ½O2(g) CH3CH2OH(l)

(C2H5OH)
Not multiples but credit correct state symbols in a correctly
balanced equation.
Penalise C2H6O but credit correct state symbols in a correctly
balanced equation.
2
(c) (i) M1 The enthalpy change / heat change at constant pressure when 1 mol of a
compound / substance / element
If standard enthalpy of formation CE=0
M2 is burned / combusts / reacts completely in oxygen

OR burned / combusted / reacted in excess oxygen
M3 with (all) reactants and products / (all) substances in standard / specified

states
OR (all) reactants and products / (all) substances in normal states under
standard conditions / 100 kPa / 1 bar and specified T / 298 K
For M3
Ignore reference to 1 atmosphere
3
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(ii) M1
Correct answer gains full marks
ΣB(reactants) − ΣB(products) = ΔH
Credit 1 mark for (+) 1279 (kJ mol−1)
OR
Sum of bonds broken − Sum of bonds formed = ΔH
OR
B(C-C) + B(C-O) + B(O-H) + 5B(C-H) + 3B(O=O) (LHS)
− 4B(C=O) − 6B(O−H) (RHS) = ΔH
M2 (also scores M1)

348+360+463+5(412)+3(496) [LHS = 4719]
(2060) (1488)
− 4(805) − 6(463) [RHS = − 5998] = ΔH
(3220) (2778)
OR using only bonds broken and formed (4256 − 5535)
For other incorrect or incomplete answers, proceed as follows
• check for an arithmetic error (AE), which is either a
transposition error or an incorrect multiplication; this would score 2
marks (M1 and M2)
• If no AE, check for a correct method; this requires either a
correct cycle with 2C and 6H and 7O OR a clear statement of M1
which could be in words and scores only M1
M3
ΔH= − 1279 (kJ mol−1)
Allow a maximum of one mark if the only scoring point is LHS =
4719 OR RHS = 5998
Award 1 mark for +1279
Candidates may use a cycle and gain full marks

3
(d) (i) Reducing agent OR reductant OR electron donor

OR to reduce the copper oxide
Not “reduction”.
Not “oxidation”.
Not “electron pair donor”.
1
(ii) CH3COOH
1
[17]
(a) Cl2 0.4

13 1
NOCl 1.7
1
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(b) (i) Kc=
Penalise expression containing V

Allow ( ) here, but must have all brackets.
If Kc expression wrong, max 2 in (b)(ii) for
M1 for correct rearrangement of their Kc and
M4 for multiplying by 15
1
(ii) M1
Mark is for rearrangement of correct Kc expression.

If Kc rearrangement wrong, can only score max 2 for:
M3 and M4
1
M2
Rounding 1.90 / 15 wrongly to 0.126 is AE

1
M3 [Cl2] = 0.0361 to 0.0365 (min 2 sfs)

Mark for correct calculation of [Cl2]
1
M4 mol Cl2 = 0.54 to 0.55

Correct answer scores 4 ignore working
Mark is for answer of (M3 × 15)
1
(iii) −3) = ) 0.086

( ?(7.4 × 10
Allow 0.085 to 0.086)

Mark for answer OR conseq on their Cl2
Or
1
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mol ½ dm−3/2 OR mol 0.5 dm −1.5
NOT
1
[9]
(a) (If any factor is changed which affects an equilibrium), the (position of) equilibrium will shift /
14 move so as to oppose / counteract the change.
Must refer to equilibrium
Ignore reference to “system” alone
A variety of wording will be seen here and the key part is the last
phrase
OR
(When a system / reaction in equilibrium is disturbed), the (position of) equilibrium

shifts / moves in a direction which tends to reduce the disturbance
An alternative to shift / move would be the idea of changing /
altering the position of equilibrium
1
(b) (i) M1
A substance that speeds up the reaction / alters the rate but is chemically unchanged
at the end / not used up
Both ideas needed for M1
Credit can score for M1, M2 and M3 from anywhere within the
answer
M2
Catalysts provide an alternative route / alternative pathway / different
mechanism
M3
that has a lower activation energy / Ea
OR
lowers the activation energy / Ea
3
(ii) (Time is) less / shorter / decreases / reduces

Credit “faster”, “speeds up”, “quicker” or words to this effect
1
(iii) None
1
(c) (i) R
1
(ii) T
1
(iii) R
1
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(iv) P
1
(v) Q
1
[11]
(a) (i) 3CH3OH

15
Not molecular formula
1
HOCH2CH(OH)CH2OH
1
(ii) → 19CO2 + 19H2O

Or doubled
1
C17H35COOCH3 + 27½ or 55/2 O2

Consequential on correct right-hand side
1
(b) (i) A 0.7

1
Ethanol 6.4
1
Water 3.6
1
(ii) No effect
If wrong, CE= 0
1
Equal moles on each side of equation OR V cancels

Ignore moles of gas
1
(iii) M1
Must have all brackets but allow ( )

1
(iv) M2
If Kc wrong can only score M4 for units consequential to their Kc

working in (b)(iv)
1
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M3 0.55 (min 2dp)
1
M4 No units
1
[13]
(a) (i) M1 (could be scored by a correct mathematical expression which must have
16 all ∆Hsymbols and the ∑ or SUM)
M1 ΔHr = ΣΔHf (products) - ΣΔHf (reactants)
OR a correct cycle of balanced equations with 1C, 3H2 and 1O2
M2 ΔHr = – 201 + (– 242) – (– 394)

ΔHr = – 201 – 242 + 394
ΔHr = – 443 + 394
(This also scores M1)
M3 = – 49 (kJ mol–1)
(Award 1 mark ONLY for + 49)
Correct answer gains full marks
Credit 1 mark ONLY for + 49 (kJ mol–1)
For other incorrect or incomplete answers, proceed as follows
• check for an arithmetic error (AE), which is either
a transposition error or an incorrect multiplication;
this would score 2 marks (M1 and M2)
• If no AE, check for a correct method; this requires either
correct cycle of balanced equations with 1C, 3H2 and 1O2
OR a clear statement of M1 which could be in words and
scores only M1
3
(ii) It is an element / elemental

Ignore reference to “standard state”
OR
By definition
1
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(b) M1 (The yield) increases / goes up / gets more
If M1 is given as “decreases” / “no effect” / “no change” then CE= 0
for clip, but mark on only M2 and M3 from a blank M1
M2 There are more moles / molecules (of gas) on the left / of reactants
OR fewer moles / molecules (of gas) on the right
/ products
OR there are 4 moles /molecules (of gas) on the left and 2 moles / molecules on the right.
OR (equilibrium) shifts / moves to the side with less moles / molecules
Ignore “volumes”, “particles” “atoms” and “species” for M2
M3: Can only score M3 if M2 is correct
The (position of) equilibrium shifts / moves (from left to right) to oppose the increase
in pressure
For M3, not simply “to oppose the change”
For M3 credit the equilibrium shifts / moves (to right) to lower /
decrease the pressure
(There must be a specific reference to the change that is opposed)
3
(c) M1 Yield increases goes up
M2 The (forward) reaction / to the right is endothermic OR takes in/ absorbs

heat
OR
The reverse reaction / to the left is exothermic OR gives out / releases heat
If M1 is given as “decrease” / “no effect” / “no change” then CE= 0
for clip, but mark on only M2 and M3 from a blank M1
Can only score M3 if M2 is correct
M3 The (position of) equilibrium shifts / moves (from left to right) to oppose the increase
in temperature (QoL)
For M3, credit the (position of) equilibrium shifts / moves (QoL)
to absorb the heat OR
to cool the reaction OR
to lower the temperature
3
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(d) (i) An activity which has no net / overall (annual) carbon emissions to the
atmosphere
OR
An activity which has no net / overall (annual) greenhouse gas emissions
to the atmosphere.
OR
There is no change in the total amount / level of carbon dioxide /CO2 carbon
/greenhouse gas present in the atmosphere.
The idea that the carbon /CO2 given out equals the carbon /CO2
that was taken in from the atmosphere
1
(ii) CH3OH + 1½ O2 CO2 + 2H2O

Ignore state symbols
Accept multiples
1
(iii) 3H2 + 1½ O2 3H2O

OR
Accept multiples
2H2 + O2 2H2O
Extra species must be crossed through
1
(e) M1 q = m c ∆T
Award full marks for correct answer
Ignore the case for each letter
OR q = 140 × 4.18 × 7.5
M2 = 4389 (J) OR 4.389 (kJ) OR 4.39 (kJ) OR 4.4 (kJ)(also scores M1)
M3 Using 0.0110 mol

therefore ∆H = – 399 (kJmol–1 )
OR – 400
Penalise M3 ONLY if correct numerical answer but sign is incorrect;
+399 gains 2 marks
Penalise M2 for arithmetic error and mark on
In M1, do not penalise incorrect cases in the formula
If ∆T = 280.5; score q = m c ∆T only
If c = 4.81 (leads to 5050.5) penalise M2 ONLY and mark on for M3
= – 459
+399 or +400 gains 2 marks

Ignore incorrect units
3
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(a) (i) M1 iodine OR I2 OR I3–
17
Credit M1 for “iodine solution”
M2 Cl2 + 2I – 2Cl – + I2
OR
½ Cl2 + I – Cl – + ½ I2
Penalise multiples in M2 except those shown
M2 accept correct use of I3–
M3 redox or reduction-oxidation or displacement

3
(ii) M1 (the white precipitate is) silver chloride

M1 must be named and for this mark ignore incorrect formula
M2 Ag+ + Cl – AgCl
For M2 ignore state symbols
Penalise multiples
M3 (white) precipitate / it dissolves
OR colourless solution
Ignore references to “clear” alone
3
(b) (i) M1 H2SO4 + 2Cl – 2HCl + SO42–

For M1 ignore state symbols
OR H2SO4 + Cl– HCl + HSO4–

Penalise multiples for equations and apply the list principle
OR H+ + Cl– HCl
M2 hydrogen chloride OR HCl OR hydrochloric acid

2
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(ii) M1 and M2 in either order
For M1 and M2, ignore state symbols and credit multiples
M1 2I – I2 + 2e –
OR
8I – 4I2 + 8e –
Do not penalise absence of charge on the electron
Credit electrons shown correctly on the other side of each equation
M2 H2SO4 + 8H+ + 8e – H2S + 4H2O
OR
SO42– + 10H+ + 8e – H2S + 4H2O

Additional equations should not contradict
M3 oxidising agent / oxidises the iodide (ions)
OR
electron acceptor
M4 sulfur OR S OR S2 OR S8 OR sulphur
4
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(iii) M1 The NaOH / OH– / (sodium) hydroxide reacts with / neutralises the
H+ / acid / HBr (lowering its concentration)
OR a correct neutralisation equation for H+ or HBr with NaOH or with

hydroxide ion
Ignore reference to NaOH reacting with bromide ions
Ignore reference to NaOH reacting with HBrO alone
M2 Requires a correct statement for M1
The (position of) equilibrium moves / shifts(from L to R)
• to replace the H+ / acid / HBr that has been removed / lost
• OR to increase the H+ / acid / HBr concentration
• OR to make more H+ / acid / HBr / product(s)
• OR to oppose the loss of H+ / loss of product(s)
• OR to oppose the decrease in concentration of product(s)

In M2, answers must refer to the (position of) equilibrium shifts /
moves and is not enough to state simply that it / the system / the
reaction shifts to oppose the change.
M3 The (health) benefit outweighs the risk or wtte
OR
a clear statement that once it has done its job, little of it remains
OR
used in (very) dilute concentrations / small amounts / low doses

3
[15]
(a) (i) mol H2 = 0.47

18 1
mol I2 = 0.17
If answers reversed, ie
mol H2 = 0.17
mol I2 = 0.47
then allow one mark (for second answer).
1
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(ii)
Penalise expression containing V

But mark on in (a)(iv)
Penalise missing square brackets in this part
(and not elsewhere in paper) but mark on in (a)(iv)
1
(iii) equal number of moles (on each side of equation)
OR
equal moles (top and bottom of Kc expression)

1
(iv)
Ignore V
If Kc wrong in (a)(ii) (wrong powers or upside down etc) no marks
here
1
= 52(.1)
1
(b) (i) D
1
(ii) B
1
(iii) A
1
(iv) C
1
[10]
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(a) In either order
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For M1 accept [ ] for concentration
M1 Concentrations (of reactants and products) remain or stay constant / the same
NOT “equal concentrations” and NOT “concentration(s) is / are the
same”
M2 Forward rate = Reverse / backward rate

NOT “amount”
Ignore “dynamic” and ignore “speed”
Ignore “closed system”
It is possible to score both marks under the heading of a single
feature
2
(b) M1 Catalysts increase rate of / speed up both forward and reverse / backward
reactions
If M1 is given as “no effect” / “no change” then CE= 0 for clip
M2 increase in rate / affect on rate / speed is equal / the same

Ignore references to “decrease in rate”
2
(c) (i) M1 (The yield) increases / goes up / gets more

If M1 is given as “decreases” / “no effect” / “no change” then CE= 0
for clip, but mark on from a blank.
M2 There are more moles / molecules (of gas) on the left / of reactants
Ignore “volumes”, “articles” “atoms” and “species” for M2
OR fewer moles / molecules (of gas) on the right / products
OR there are 4 moles / molecules (of gas) on the left and 2 moles /
molecules on the right.
OR (equilibrium) shifts / moves to the side with less moles / molecules
M3 Can only score M3 if M2 is correct
The equilibrium shifts / moves (from left to right) to oppose the increase
in pressure
For M3 credit the equilibrium shifts / moves to lower / decrease the
pressure
3
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(ii) M1 The yield decreases / goes down / gets less
If M1 is given as “increase” / “no effect” / “no change” then CE= 0
for clip, but mark on from a blank.
M2 (Forward) reaction is exothermic OR gives out / releases heat
OR
reverse reaction is endothermic OR takes in / absorbs heat
Can only score M3 if M2 is correct
The equilibrium shifts / moves (from right to left) to oppose the increase in
temperature
For M3 credit the equilibrium shifts / moves
to cool the reaction OR
3
(d) (i) Must be comparative

Credit correct reference to rate being too (s)low / (s)lower at
temperatures less than 600 K
Higher rate of reaction
OR increase / speed up the rate (of reaction)

Ignore statements about the “yield of ammonia”
OR Gets to equilibrium faster/ quicker
OR faster or quicker rate / speed of attainment of equilibrium

1
(ii) Less electrical pumping cost

Not just “less expensive” alone
OR
Not just “less energy or saves energy” alone
Use lower pressure equipment / valves / gaskets / piping etc.

Credit correct qualified references to higher pressures
OR
Uses less expensive equipment

Ignore references to safety
1
[12]
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(a) (i) Mol SO3 = 5.2
20 1
Mol SO2 = 2.8

1
(ii)
Penalise expression containing numbers or V

Allow ( ) but must have all brackets. If brackets missing but
otherwise correct, penalise here but mark on
Ignore subsequent correct working

If Kc wrong (wrong powers or upside down etc) can only score M1
in (a)(iv)
1
(iii) mol dm–3

Allow conseq to their wrong Kc
1
(iv) If Kc wrong in (a)(iv) (wrong powers or upside down etc) can only score M1
Values from (a)(i)
or
Alternative values
M1 For dividing all three by volume – if volume missed or used wrongly,

lose M1 & M2 but can score M3 conseq
M2 insertion of values (allow conseq use of their wrong values from (a)(i))
AE (–1) for copying numbers wrongly or swapping two numbers
1
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Values from (a)(i)
M3 = 0.0338 or 0.034
(allow 0.03376 to 0.035)
Min 2 sfs
Ignore units in (a)(iv)
If vol missed score only M3
Values from (a)(i)
0.406 - allow values between 0.40 (if correctly rounded) and 0.41
Alternative values
M3 0.0153 or 0.015
(allow 0.015 to 0.017)
Min 2 sfs
Ignore units in (a)(iv)
from alternative values allow 0.18 to 0.184
1
(b) (i) Increase or more moles (of oxygen) or higher

1
(ii) No change or no effect or none or (remains) same

1
(c) M1 T1
If T2 CE = 0
1
M2 (At Temp,T2, when Kc is lower) Equm/reaction moves to left or

towards reagent or towards SO3 OR moles SO3 increases
1
M3 This reverse reaction is exothermic,
OR
M3 (forward) reaction is endothermic
M2 if Temp is increased Equm/reaction moves to right or towards product

or towards SO2 OR moles SO2 increases
OR
M3 (forward) reaction is endothermic
M2 if Temp is decreased Equm/reaction moves to left or towards reagent

or towards SO3 OR moles SO3 increases
1
[12]
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21 (a) (i) Cu + 4HNO3 → Cu(NO ) 3 2 + 2NO2 + 2H2O
Or multiples
1
(ii) M1 HNO3 (+) 5
M2 NO2 (+) 4
Ignore working out
M1 Credit (V)
M2 Credit (IV)
2
(iii) HNO3 + H+ + e– → NO 2 + H2O
OR
NO3– + 2H+ + e– → NO 2 + H2O

Or multiples
Ignore charge on the electron unless incorrect and accept loss of
electron on the RHS
1
(b) (i) In either order
M1 Concentration(s) (of reactants and products)

remain(s) constant / stay(s) the same / remain(s)
the same / do(es) not change

For M1 accept [ ] for concentration
NOT “equal concentrations” and NOT “concentration(s) is/are the
same”
NOT “amount”
Ignore “dynamic” and ignore “speed”
Ignore “closed system”
It is possible to score both marks under the heading of a single
feature
2
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(ii) M1
The (forward) reaction / to the right is endothermic

or takes in / absorbs heat
OR
The reverse reaction / to the left is exothermic or gives

out / releases heat
M2 depends on correct M1 and must refer to temperature/heat
The equilibrium shifts / moves left to right to oppose the increase in temperature
For M2, the equilibrium shifts/moves
to lower the temperature OR
to cool the reaction
2
(iii) M1 refers to number of moles
There are fewer moles (of gas) on the left OR more

moles (of gas) on the right.
OR there is one mole (of gas) on the left and 2 moles
on the right.
M2 depends on correct M1 and must refer to pressure

The equilibrium shifts / moves right to left to oppose the
increase in pressure
For M2, the equilibrium shifts/moves to lower the pressure.
2
[10]
(a) Forward and backward reactions proceeding at equal rate

22 1
Amount (Conc or moles or proportion) of reactants and

products remain constant
Not “reactants and products have equal conc”
1
(b) M1
Allow ( ) but must have all brackets

If Kc wrong can only score M3 (process mark)
for dividing both R and P by volume)
1
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(c) M2 [Q]2 =
Rearrangement of correct Kc expression

If wrong Kc used can only score M3 for correct use of vol
If wrong rearrangement can only score max 2 for M3 and M5 for
correct √
1
M3 [Q]2 =
Process mark for dividing both R and P by volume even in incorrect

expression
If vol missed can only score max 2 for M2 and M5 for correct √
If vol used but then wrong maths can score M2 M3 and M5 for
correct √
If moles used wrongly, eg (2 × 5.24) or (5.24 × 10/103)
can only score M2 and M5
1
M4 [Q]2 = 0.0106
Correct calculation of Q2
1
M5 [Q] = 0.10(3)
Correct taking of √
1
(c) cont.
Wrong rearrangement and no use of volume

0
Wrong rearrangement
For Correct use of volume M3 and Correct taking of square root M5
2 max
No use of volume
2 max
answer = 0.325
Ignore subsequent multiplying or dividing by 10.
0.0325 or 3.25 still score max 2
For Correct rearrangement M2 and
Correct taking of square root M5
2 max
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Use of volume but maths error e.g. using (5.24)2/10
when should be (5.24/10)2
Scores 3
also giving answer 0.325
for M2, M3 and M5
3
Use of volume but Q/10 also used

or Q multiplied by 10 at end
(i.e.muddling moles with concentration)
Gives answer 1.03
2 max
Wrong use of moles, e.g (5.24 × 2) or (5.24 × 10/103)

2 max
Wrong Kc used, e.g. missing powers

For Correct use of volume M3
1 max
(d) Increase or more or larger

Allow moves to left
1
(e) Increase or more or larger

Allow moves to left
1
(f) Decrease or less or smaller

NOT allow moves left
1
(g) No effect or unchanged or none

1
(h) 0.0147 or 0.0148 or 1.47 × 10-2 or 1.48 × 10-2
Allow 0.015 or 1.5 × 10-2
If not 0.0147, look at (c) for conseq correct use

of their [Q] in new Kc = 1.39 × [Q]2
Not allow just 1/68.0
ignore units
1
[24]
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(a) = (0.0745) × (0.0813) / (0.0424) × (0.0525)
23 = 2.72
Allow answer only without working if correct.
Lose this mark if the wrong Kc expression is used.
1
Answer, whether or not correct, given to three significant figs

Do not expect conversion from moles to concentration but allow if
shown.
1
(b) Less acid is present (so less NaOH needed)

1
Equilibrium would shift to right (side with more ester / less acid)
1
[4]
(a) Kc / Ka / equilibrium constant / constant is temperature dependent

24
Do not allow ‘affects or shifts equilibrium’.
1
(b) Thermostat / water bath

1
[2]
(a) (i) chlorotrifluoromethane

25
Spelling must be correct but do not penalise “flouro”
Ignore use of 1–
1
(ii) CF3•
May be drawn out with dot on C
OR if as shown dot may be anywhere
1
(iii) An unpaired/non-bonded/unbonded/free/a single/one/lone

electron
NOT “bonded electron” and NOT “paired electron”
NOT “pair of electrons”
NOT “electron s”
Ignore “(free) radical”
1
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(b) M1 Cl• + O 3 → ClO• + O2
M2 ClO• + O 3 → 2O2 + Cl•

Mark independently
Equations could gain credit in either position
The dot can be anywhere on either radical
Penalise the absence of a dot on the first occasion that it is seen
and then mark on. Do not make the same penalty in the next
equation, but penalise the absence of a dot on the other radical.
Apply the list principle for additional equations
2
(c) (i) (If any factor is changed which affects an equilibrium),

the (position of) equilibrium will shift/move so as to oppose
the change.
OR
(When a system/reaction in equilibrium is disturbed),

the equilibrium shifts/moves in a direction which tends to
reduce the disturbance
Must refer to equilibrium
Ignore reference to “system” alone
phrase.
An alternative to shift/move would be the idea of changing/altering
the position of equilibrium
1
(ii) M1 The (forward) reaction/to the right is endothermic or

takes in heat
OR The reverse reaction/to the left is exothermic or gives out heat
M2 The equilibrium moves/shifts to oppose the increase in

temperature
For M2 accept
The equilibrium moves/shifts
• to take in heat/lower the temperature
• to promote the endothermic reaction and take in heat/ lower the
temperature
• to oppose the change and take in heat/lower the
temperature
(leading to the formation of more ozone)
2
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(d) Any one of
• Pentane does not contain chlorine OR C–Cl (bond)
• Pentane is chlorine-free
• Pentane does not release chlorine (atoms/radicals)

Ignore reference to F OR C–F OR halogen
Ignore “Pentane is not a CFC”
Ignore “Pentane is a hydrocarbon”
Ignore “Pentane only contains C and H”
Ignore “Pentane is C 5H12”
1
[9]
(a) mol CH3OH = 0.07(0)

26 1
mol H2 = 0.24(0)
1
(b) (i) or
allow ( ) but expression using formulae must have brackets

alternative expression using numbers must include volumes
1
(ii) M1 divides by vol

Mark independently from (b)(i)
any AE is –1
if volume missed, can score only M3 and M4
1
M2
mark is for correct insertion of correct numbers in correct Kc

expression in b(ii)
If Kc expression wrong, can only score M1 & M4
If numbers rounded, allow M2 but check range for M3
1
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M3 11.6 or 11.7
mark for answer
above 11.7 up to 12.2 scores 2 for M1 and M2
if vol missed, can score M3 for 5.16 (allow range 4.88 to 5.21)
1
M4 mol–2 dm6
Units conseq to their Kc in (b)(ii)
1
(iii) no effect or no change or none

1
(c) M1 T1
if wrong - no further marks
1
M2 (forward) reaction is exothermic OR gives out heat
backward reaction is endothermic

only award M3 if M2 is correct
1
M3 shifts to RHS to replace lost heat
OR to increase the temperature
OR to oppose fall in temp
backward reaction takes in heat
OR to lower the temperature

not just to oppose the change
1
(d) fossil fuels used

OR
CO2 H2O produced/given off/formed which are greenhouse gases
OR
SO2 produced/given off/formed which causes acid rain
OR
Carbon produced/given off/formed causes global dimming
not allow electricity is expensive
ignore just global warming
ignore energy or hazard discussion
1
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(e) C17H35COOCH3 or C17H31COOCH3 or C17H29COOCH3
OR
CH3OOCC17H35 or CH3OOCC17H31 or CH3OOCC17H29

1
[13]
(a) (i) 4FeS2 + 11O2 2Fe2O3 + 8SO2

27
2 5½ (1) 4
Or multiples of this equation
1
(ii) M1 (+) 4
M2 –1
Ignore working
M1, credit (+) IV
M2, credit – I
2
(b) M1 Lower/smaller/decreases/reduced yield

OR equilibrium shifts (right) to left
M2 (Forward) reaction is exothermic OR reverse reaction is endothermic
M3 (By Le Chatelier’s principle) equilibrium responds/shifts/moves

(R to L)
OR to absorb the heat
OR to cool the reaction
If M1 is blank, mark on and credit M1 in the text.
If M1 is incorrect, only credit correct M2
Mark M2 independently – it may be above the arrow in the equation
For M3, not simply “to oppose the change/temperature”
3
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(c) M1 Fe2O3 + 3CO 2Fe + 3CO2
Or multiples
M2 Reducing agent
OR Reduce(s) (Fe2O3/iron(III) oxide)
OR Electron donor
OR to remove the oxygen (from iron(III) oxide to form CO2)
OR reductant
For M2, credit “reduction”
2
[8]
(a) M1 The yield of zinc oxide increases/greater

28
If M1 is given as “decrease” OR “no effect” then CE= 0
M2 Removal of the carbon dioxide results in the equilibrium

Either
Shifting/moving/goes to the right
shifting/moving/goes L to R
favours the forward reaction/towards the products
M3 (By Le Chatelier’s principle) the reaction/equilibrium will

respond so as to replace the CO2/lost product
OR to make more CO2
OR to increase concentration of CO2
For M3, not simply “to oppose the change/to oppose the loss of
CO2/to oppose the removal of carbon dioxide.”
3
(b) M1 Process 2 produces/releases SO2

OR Process 2 produces/releases CO
M2 It/Process 3 avoids the release of SO2 OR CO

OR It/Process 3 (captures and) converts SO2 to H2SO4
M3 SO2 causes acid rain OR is toxic/poisonous

OR CO is toxic/poisonous
3
Ignore “global warming” and “greenhouse gases” and “the ozone
layer”
If both CO and SO2 claimed to form acid rain, treat as contradiction
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(c) M1 Process 3 (is expensive because it) uses electrolysis
OR due to high electricity/electrical consumption
M2 this is justified because the product/zinc is pure

Ignore “energy”
Penalise “pur er”
2
(d) M1 Zn2+ + 2e– Zn

M2 the negative electrode OR the cathode

Ignore absence of negative charge on electron
Accept electrons subtracted from RHS
2
(e) M1 The reaction of ZnO with sulfuric acid

OR the second reaction in Extraction process 3
M2 neutralisation or acid-base
OR alternatively
M1 The reaction of zinc carbonate in Extraction process 1

M1 could be the equation written out in both cases
M2 (thermal) decomposition
M2 depends on correct M1
M3 It/carbon is oxidised/gains oxygen/changes oxidation state/number

from 0 to +2/increase in oxidation state/number in Process 2
Do not forget to award this mark
Ignore reference to electron loss but penalise electron gain
Ignore “carbon is a reducing agent”
3
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(f) M1 Zn + H2O ZnO + H2
M2 Zinc oxide and hydrogen
OR as an alternative
M1 Zn + 2H2O Zn(OH)2 + H2
M2 Zinc hydroxide and hydrogen

Mark independently
If ZnO2 is given for zinc oxide in the equation, penalise M1 and
mark on
If ZnOH is given for zinc hydroxide in the equation, penalise M1 and
mark on
Credit multiples of the equation
If M1 is blank, either of the M2 answers could score
To gain both marks, the names must match the correct equation
given.
2
[15]
(a) (i) mol CH4 = 0.75

29 1
mol H2O = 1.5

1
mol H2 = 1(.0)
1
(ii) 0.15 (mol dm–3)

conseq = (mol CH4)/5
1
(b) (i)
not just numbers

do not penalise ( )
If wrong Kc no marks for calc but allow units conseq to their Kc
1
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(ii)
No marks for calc if concs used wrongly or wrong values inserted

1
0.025(4)
1
mol2 dm–6
allow 1 here for correct units from wrong Kc
1
(c) increase
if wrong, no further marks in (c)
1
M1 lower P
1
M2 eqm shifts to side with more moles (Le Chatelier)

not “greater volume” for M1 but allow “moves to form a greater
volume” for M2
1
(d) (forward reaction is) endothermic or backward reaction is exothermic

1
eqm shifts in exothermic direction or to oppose reduction

of or change in temp
This mark must have reference to temp change or exothermic
reaction
1
[13]
(a) (i) Reducing agent

30
OR
Reduce(s) (WO3/tungsten oxide)
OR
electron donor
OR
to remove oxygen (from WO3/tungsten oxide or to form water);

1
(ii) WO3 + 3H2 → W + 3H2O

Or multiples
1
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(iii) One from
H2 is
• explosive
• flammable or inflammable
• easily ignited
Ignore reference to pressure or temperature
1
(b) (i) Addition

Ignore “electrophilic”
Penalise “nucleophilic addition”
OR
(catalytic) hydrogenation
OR
Reduction
1
(ii) Geometric(al)
OR
cis/trans OR E Z OR E/Z
1
(c) (i) (If any factor is changed which affects an equilibrium), the
position of equilibrium will shift/move/change/respond/act
so as to oppose the change.
OR
(When a system/reaction in equilibrium is disturbed), the

equilibrium shifts/moves in a direction which tends to
reduce the disturbance
phrase and must refer to movement of the equilibrium.
QoL
1
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(ii) M1 – Statement of number of moles/molecules
There are more moles/molecules (of gas) on the left/of reactants
OR
fewer moles/molecules (of gas) on the right./products
OR
there are 4 moles/molecules (of gas) on the left and 2 moles/

molecules on the right.
Ignore “volumes” for M1
Mark independently
M2 – Explanation of response/movement in terms of pressure

Increase in pressure is opposed (or words to that effect)
OR
pressure is lowered by a shift in the equilibrium (from left) to

right/favours forward reaction.
2
(d) ΣB(reactants) – ΣB(products) = ΔH (M1)
OR
Sum of bonds broken – Sum of bonds formed = ΔH (M1)
B(H–H) + ½B(O=O) – 2B(O–H) = – 242 (M1)
B(H–H) = – 242 – ½(+496) + 2(+463) (this scores M1 and M2)
B(H–H) = (+)436 (kJ mol–1) (M3)
Award 1 mark for – 436
Candidates may use a cycle and gain full marks.

M1 could stand alone
Award full marks for correct answer.
Ignore units.
Two marks can score with an arithmetic error in the working.
3
[11]
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(a) (i) acid 0.46
31 1
alcohol 1.46
1
water 5.54
1
(ii) Kc =
penalise ( )
allow molecular formulae or minor slip in formulae
1
(iii)
Allow without V
Conseq on values in (a)(i)
If values used wrongly
or wrong values inserted
or wrong Kc no marks for calc
1
4.45 or 4.5
Part (a)(iii) for info 0.46 × 1.46 = 0.6716
1
cancel (as equal no of moles on each side of equation)

1
Possible wrong answers
acid 0.46 gives
alcohol 1.46 Kc = 3.59
water 4.46
acid 0.46 gives
alcohol 1.46 Kc = 0.434
water 0.54
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(b) (i) decrease or be reduced or fewer
1
(ii) decrease or be reduced or less time or faster or quicker

1
(iii) decrease or be reduced

1
[10]
(a) M1 Concentrations of reactants and products remain constant

32
For M1
NOT “equal concentrations”
NOT “amount”
1

Credit the use of [ ] for concentration
Ignore dynamic, ignore closed system
1
(b) M1 The (forward) reaction / to the right is exothermic or

releases heat OR converse for reverse reaction.
1
M2 The equilibrium responds by absorbing heat / lowering temperature

OR
Promotes the endothermic reaction by absorbing heat /
lowering temperature
OR
Temperature increase is opposed (by shift to the left)
OR
Change is opposed by absorbing heat / lowering temperature.
1
(c) (i) A substance that speeds up / alters the rate

but is unchanged at the end / not used up.
Both ideas needed
Ignore references to activation energy and alternative route.
1
(ii) None OR no change OR no effect OR nothing OR Does not

affect it / the position (of equilibrium) OR (The position is) the
same or unchanged.
1
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(d) (i) An activity which has no net / overall (annual) carbon emissions
to the atmosphere
OR
An activity which has no net / overall (annual) greenhouse gas
emissions to the atmosphere.
OR
There is no change in the total amount of carbon dioxide /
carbon /greenhouse gas present in the atmosphere.
The idea that the carbon / CO2 given out equals the carbon / CO2
that was taken in
Ignore carbon monoxide
1
(ii) A method which shows (see below) OR states in words that two
times the first equation + the second equation gives the correct ratio.
2 (CH4 + H2O → CO + 3H2)

CH4 + CO2 → 2CO + 2H2
3CH4 + 2H2O + CO2 → 4CO + 8H2
Ratio = 1 : 2
1
[8]
(a) M1 MnO2 + 4H+ + 2e– → Mn2+ + 2H2O

33
1
OR multiples
M2 An oxidising agent is an electron acceptor OR

receives / accepts / gains electrons
M2 NOT an “electron pair acceptor”
1
M3 MnO2 is the oxidising agent

Ignore “takes electrons” or “takes away electrons”
1
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(b) M1 Formation of SO2 and Br2 (could be in an equation)
1
M2 Balanced equation
Several possible equations
2KBr + 3H2SO4 → 2KHSO4 + Br2 + SO2 + 2H2O
OR
2KBr + 2H2SO4 → K2SO4 + Br2 + SO2 + 2H2O
1
M3 2KBr + Cl2 → 2KCl + Br2

M2 Could be ionic equation with or without K+
2Br– + 6H+ + 3SO42– → Br2 + 2HSO4– + SO2 + 2H2O
(3H2SO4)
2Br– + 4H+ + SO42– → Br2 + SO2 + 2H2O
(2HBr + H2SO4)
Accept HBr and H2SO4 in these equations as shown or mixed
variants that balance.
Ignore equations for KBr reacting to produce HBr
M3 Could be ionic equation with or without K+
2Br– + Cl2 → 2Cl– + Br2
1
M4 % atom economy of bromine
= 51.7% OR 52%
M4 Ignore greater number of significant figures
1
M5 One from:
• High atom economy
• Less waste products
• Cl 2 is available on a large-scale
• No SO 2 produced
• Does not use concentrated H 2SO4
• (Aqueous) KBr or bromide (ion) in seawater.
• Process 3 is simple(st) or easiest to carry out

M5 Ignore reference to cost
Ignore reference to yield
1
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(c) M1 HBr –1
1
M2 HBrO (+)1
1
M3 Equilibrium will shift to the right

OR
L to R
OR
Favours forward reaction
OR
Produces more HBrO
1
M4 Consequential on correct M3
OR
to oppose the loss of HBrO
OR
replaces (or implied) the HBrO (that has been used up)
1
[12]
(a) Low temperature

34 Reaction is exothermic
1
Low T reduces effect of heat evolved
or heat evolved opposes the change in temperature
1
High pressure
3 mol gas → 1 mol gas
1
High p favours fewer moles by lowering p
or forward reaction reduces volume and lowers p
1
(b) High T gives a low yield

1
but Low T gives a low rate compromise
1
increases reaction rate/catalyst surface contact
1
[7]
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(a) (i) C + 3D → 2A + B
35 1
(ii) mol dm–3

1
(iii) (forward reaction is) exothermic or more products formed

1
(b) (i) Moles of iodine = 0.023

1
Moles of HI = 0.172
1
(ii) Kc =
(iii) V cancels in Kc expression

1
(iv) Kc =
= 0.0179 or 1.79 × 10–2

1
(v) Kc = 55.9 or 56
Conseq i.e. (answer to (iv))–1
1
[10]
(a) Equation 1/2N2 + 3/2H2 → NH3

36 1
ΔHf = [(945 × 0.5) + (426 × 1.5)] – (391 × 3)

1
= –46.5 kJ mol–1
1
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The marking scheme for this part of the question includes an overall
assessment for the Quality of Written Communication (QWC). There
are no discrete marks for the assessment of QWC but the
Mark candidates’ QWC in this answer will be one of the criteria used to
Range assign a level and award the marks for this part of the question
Descriptor
an answer will be expected to meet most of the criteria in the level
descriptor
4-5 – claims supported by an appropriate range of evidence

– good use of information or ideas about chemistry, going beyond
those given in the question
– argument well structured with minimal repetition or irrelevant
points
– accurate and clear expression of ideas with only minor errors of
grammar, punctuation and spelling
2-3 – claims partially supported by evidence

– good use of information or ideas about chemistry given in the
question but limited beyond this
– the argument shows some attempt at structure
– the ideas are expressed with reasonable clarity but with a few
errors of grammar, punctuation and spelling
0-1 – valid points but not clearly linked to an argument structure

– limited use of information or ideas about chemistry
– unstructured
– errors in spelling, punctuation and grammar or lack of fluency
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(b) The higher the temperature the faster the reaction QWC
1
but, since the reaction is exothermic

1
the equilibrium yield is lower QWC

1
The higher the pressure the greater the equilibrium yield QWC
1
because there is a reduction in the number of moles of gas

in the reaction
1
but higher pressure is expensive to produce or plant is more

expensive to build QWC
1
A better catalyst would lessen the time to reach equilibrium

1
and allow more ammonia to be produced in a given time QWC

1
[11]
(a) Rate forward reaction = rate backward reaction (1)

37
Concentrations of reactants and products are constant (1)
2
(b) System opposes change (1)
Moves to the side with fewer moles (1)
In this case NH3 (2 moles) on right side < N2 + H2 together

(4 moles) on left side of equation (1)
3
(c) Too expensive to generate etc (1)

1
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(d) (i) Yield of ammonia increases (1)
Exothermic reaction favoured (1)
System moves to raise temp / or oppose decrease in temp (1)

3
(ii) Faster reaction (1)

1
(iii) Balance between rate and yield (1)

1
[11]
(a) (i) Increase (if wrong no further marks in part (i)

38 1
higher P gives lower yield or moves to left

1
Eqm shifts to reduce P or eqm favours side with fewer moles

1
(ii) Endothermic if wrong no further marks in part (ii)

1
increase T increases yield or moves to right

1
Eqm shifts to reduce T or eqm favours endothermic direction

1
(b) (i) Moles of iodine = 0.023

If wrong no marks in (i)
1
Moles of HI = 0.172
1
If × 2 missed, max 1 in part (iv)
(ii) Kc =
must be square brackets (penalise once in paper)

– if round, penalise but mark on in (iv)
if Kc wrong, no marks in (iv) either but mark on from a minor slip in
formula
1
(iii) V cancels in Kc expression

or no moles same on top and bottom of expression
or total moles reactants = moles products,
i.e. total no of moles does not change
1
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(iv) Kc =
Conseq on (i)
1
= 0.0179 or 1.79 × 10–2

Allow 0.018 or 1.8 × 10–2
1
(v) Kc = 55.9 or 56
Conseq i.e. (answer to (iv))–1
1
[13]
D
39 [1]
(a) removal/loss of electrons

40 1
(b) no change
1
equal number of gaseous moles on either side

1
both sides affected equally

1
increases
1
equilibrium moves to lower the temperature/oppose the change

1
endothermic reaction favoured /forward reaction is endothermic

1
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(c) (i) +2
1
+5
1
(ii) NO3– + 4H+ + 3e– → NO +2H2O

1
(iii) Ag → Ag+ + e–
1
(iv) NO3– + 4H+ + 3Ag → NO + 2H2O + 3Ag+

1
[12]
(a) (i) C + 3D 2A + B
41 1
(ii) mol dm–3

1
(iii) (forward reaction is) exothermic or more products formed

1
(b) (i) for N2O4 Mr = 92.0

1
Mol =
(ii) mol N2O4 reacted = 0.400 – 0.180 = 0.220

1
mol NO2 formed = 0.440

1
(iii) Kc = (NO2)2
1
(N2O4)
= (0.44/16)2
1
(0.18/16)
= 0.067
1
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(iv) move to NO2/ to right / forwards
1
none
1
[12]
D
42 [1]
(a) (i) Rates: Rates are equal, forward and backward (1)
43 Concentrations: Concentrations are constant (1)
Q of L mark
(ii) Equilibrium yield: Decreases (1)

if wrong allow max 1 for a correct moles statement
Explanation: More moles / molecules of product (or 2 → 4) (1)

Reaction / equilibrium moves to left / reduce constraint (1)
NOT “volume” answers
Allow one for “Reaction favours fewer molecules”
(iii) Enthalpy of reaction is positive / endothermic (1)
(iv) Both forward and backward rates changed / increased (1)

by equal amount (same proportion) (1)
allow one for “Ea of forward and backward reactions reduced by an
equal amount”
8
(b) (i) The reaction is exothermic (1)

High temperature gives a low equilibrium yield (1)
Rate of reaction higher at higher temperature (1)
An “equilibrium statement” needed e.g. low temp favours
the reaction
Do not allow answers based on cost of higher
temperature etc
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(ii) Higher pressure gives a higher yield (1)
4 moles of gaseous reactant form 2 moles of gaseous
product (1)
Higher pressure generation or equipment is expensive
to produce (1)
Equilibrium statement required
Cost factor
N.B. NOT a safety answer
6
[14]
A
44 [1]
D
45 [1]
B
46 [1]
A
47 [1]
C
48 [1]
D
49 [1]
B
50 [1]
A
51 [1]
C
52 [1]
A
53 [1]
D
54 [1]
(a) rate forward reaction = rate backward reaction (1)

55 concentration remains constant (1)
NOT ‘Equal’,
Allow ‘The same’ if clear that means constant
2
(b) fewer moles (of gas) on R.H.S (1) (or converse)

(methanol favoured) by reducing applied pressure (1)
Or removing constraint
2
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(c) Power / energy required to provide high pressure / pumping (1)
Strong pressure vessel / or equipment (1)
High maintenance costs (1)
High insurance costs (1)
Any two
2
(d) Effect: decreases (1)

Explanation: reaction exothermic (or reverse reaction endothermic) (1)
system tries to lower T or remove constraint or
oppose the change
or endothermic reaction favoured
3
(e) to speed up reaction (1)

or otherwise to slow
or takes too long
or to give more molecules E > EA
1
[10]
56 (a) (i) Number of moles of O2 at equilibrium: = 0.22 (1)
Number of moles of NO at equilibrium: 0.44 (1)

OR 2 × mol of oxygen
3
(ii) Original number of moles of NO2: = 0.46(3) (1)
Number of moles of NO2 at equilibrium:

0.46(3) – 0.44 = 0.02(3) (1)
OR conseq on mol NO above
1
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(b) Expression for KC: KC = (1)
Calculation: KC = = 7.0(0) mol dm–3

(1) (1) (1)
If mol NO2 = 0.02; KC = 9.26 (9.3)

or conseq on values from (a)
If vol missed, score only KC and units
If KC wrong: max 2 for correct use of vol and conseq units
If KC wrong and no vol: max 1 for conseq units
3
(c) pV = nRT (1)
T= =
(1) for using 11.5 × 10–3 as V
T = 669 K (1)
4
(d) Yield of oxygen: increased (1)

Value of Kc: no effect (1)
2
[13]
(a) Increase in temperature:

57
Yield is increased (Allow if for H2 (g) or products) (1)
Reaction endothermic (1)
Equilibrium moves to the right OR forward, OR Equilibrium moves to
oppose change OR to absorb heat (1)
If “Yield statement” incorrect allow max one if reaction stated to be
endothermic
Increase in pressure:
Yield is decreased (Allow if for H2 (g) or products) (1)

Increase in moles of gas or 2 moles increased to 4 moles or more moles
on right (1)
Equilibrium moves to the left OR backwards, OR Equilibrium moves to
oppose change OR to reduce pressure (1)
If “Yield statement” incorrect allow max one if number of moles
change is correct.
6
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(b) Equilibrium yield:
Unaffected or equilibrium unchanged (1)
Rate or speed increased (1)
Forward and backwards reactions equally or by the same amount (1)
Amount of hydrogen produced:

More hydrogen produced (1)
4
[10]
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Hydrogen is produced in industry from methane and steam in a two-stage process.

CH4(g) + H2O(g) CO(g) + 3H2(g) ΔH = +206 kJ mol−1

The equation for this reaction is

CO(g) + H2O(g) CO2(g) + H2(g) ΔH = −41 kJ mol−1

Calculate the amount, in moles, of oxygen gas in this equilibrium mixture.

(a) Write an equation for this equilibrium.

X(aq) + 2Y(aq) Z(aq) ΔH = −20 kJ mol−1

(a) Deduce the amounts of X(aq) and Y(aq) at equilibrium.

Amount of X(aq) = ............... mol Amount of Y(aq) = ............... mol

For this reaction, the equilibrium constant Kc = 2.9 mol−2 dm6.

[Y] = ...................... mol dm−3

Colour change ................................................................................................

Functional group isomer

(b) Identify compound X.

(c) Name polymer Y.

(d) Reaction 1 is an example of thermal cracking and is carried out at a temperature of

State one other reaction condition needed.

An equation for this formation of methanol is given below.

CO2(g) + 3H2(g) CH3OH(g) + H2O(g) ∆H = −49 kJ mol−1

Some mean bond enthalpies are shown in the following table.

Bond C=O C–H C–O O–H

Mean bond enthalpy / kJ mol−1 743 412 360 463

H–H bond enthalpy = ............................... kJ mol−1

CO2(g) + 3H2(g) CH3OH(g) + H2O(g)

Calculate a value for Kp

Kp = ............................... Units = ...............................

CH3COOH + CH3CH2OH CH3COOCH2CH3 + H2O

(b) A student obtained the titration results given in Table 1.

Final burette reading / cm3 4.60 8.65 12.85 16.80

Initial burette reading / cm3 0.10 4.65 8.65 12.85

Mean titre = ....................................................cm3

Bromocresol green 3.8–5.4

Bromothymol blue 6.0–7.6

Thymol blue 8.0–9.6

Calculate the percentage uncertainty in this mean titre.

Percentage uncertainty = .................................. %

NH3(g) N2(g) + H2(g)

(c) The total pressure on the system is increased at constant temperature.

(ii) Deduce the name of the mechanism in part (i).

Give the IUPAC name of (CH3)2CHCH2Br

Deduce the name of the type of reaction that occurs in Reaction 3.

Identify one bond in (CH3)2CHCH2CN and a different bond in (CH3)2CHCH2COOH that

(CH3)2CHCH2COOH + CH3CH2OH (CH3)2CHCH2COOCH2CH3 + H2O

(Extra space) ..........................................................................................

(Extra space) .........................................................................................

E (g) + 2F(g) 2G(g) ΔH = –50 kJ mol–1

Calculate the amount, in moles, of E and of F in this equilibrium mixture.

Calculate a value of Kc for the equilibrium at temperature T1

Effect on the amount of G ..............................................................................

The value of Kc for the equilibrium was found to have increased.

State and explain which of T1 or T2 is the higher temperature.

Higher temperature ........................................................................................

H2C=CH2(g) + H2O(g) CH3CH2OH(g) ΔH = −42 kJ mol−1

(i) Identify the catalyst used in this process.

Deduce the identity of this solid.

(c) When ethanol is used as a fuel, it undergoes combustion.

(i) Define the term standard enthalpy of combustion.

C–H C–C C–O O=O C=O O–H

Bond enthalpy / kJ mol−1 412 348 360 496 805 463

CH3CH2OH(g) + 3O2(g) 2CO2(g) + 3H2O(g)