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Exothermic and Endothermic Reactions GCSE Practice Questions

Question 1

Q1. Knowledge Recall (2 marks)

Define an endothermic reaction and give an example.

Question 2

Q2. Application (3 marks)

Explain how the temperature of a solution changes in an exothermic reaction.

Question 3

Q3. Calculations (4 marks)

Calculate the enthalpy change for the following reaction:

C + O₂ → CO₂ + 393 kJ

Question 4

Q4. Knowledge Recall (1 mark)

State the energy level diagram for an endothermic reaction.

Question 5

Q5. Chemical Equation (3 marks)

Write a balanced chemical equation for the combustion of methane.

Question 6

Q6. Application (2 marks)

Explain how an exothermic reaction can be used in a chemical hand warmer.

Question 7

Q7. Knowledge Recall (1 mark)

Name the type of reaction where the total energy of the reactants is less than the total energy of the products.

Question 8

Q8. Calculations (4 marks)

The heat of formation of water is -286 kJ/mol. Calculate the enthalpy change for the reaction:

2H₂ + O₂ → 2H₂O

Question 9

Q9. Application (3 marks)

Describe the process of photosynthesis in terms of an endothermic reaction.

Question 10

Q10. Knowledge Recall (2 marks)

Define the term "enthalpy change".