Purity and Formulations Practice Questions
Question 1
Q1. Knowledge Recall (1 mark)
Define the term fractional distillation and state one industry where it is used.
Question 2
Q2. Application (2 marks)
Explain why pure water is a good electrical insulator.
Question 3
Q3. Data Analysis (3 marks)
A mixture of water and ethanol has a boiling point of 82°C. Use the phase diagram below to determine the percentage of ethanol in the mixture.
[Image of water-ethanol phase diagram]
Question 4
Q4. Calculations (3 marks)
Calculate the mass of sodium hydroxide required to neutralize 100 cm³ of 0.25 mol/dm³ sulfuric acid.
Question 5
Q5. Application (2 marks)
Describe the process of recrystallization and explain why it is used to purify substances.
Question 6
Q6. Chemical Equation (3 marks)
Write a balanced chemical equation for the reaction between sodium carbonate and hydrochloric acid.
Question 7
Q7. Knowledge Recall (2 marks)
Define the term "percent purity" and give one method for determining it.
Question 8
Q8. Application (2 marks)
Explain why it is important to use pure starting materials when preparing a substance.
Question 9
Q9. Calculations (4 marks)
A 5.00 g sample of impure calcium carbonate contains 2.00 g of calcium oxide. Calculate the percentage purity of the calcium carbonate sample.
Question 10
Q10. Real-World Context (4 marks)
Discuss the importance of using pure medications in healthcare and the potential consequences of using contaminated or impure drugs.