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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.