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FORM 5 FIRST TERM EXAMINATION 2011

CHEMISTRY

8.25 am – 10.25 am (2 hours)

13 January 2011

This paper must be answered in English

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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

1. There are TWO sections, A and B, in this Paper. Section A carries 30 marks and Section B carries 70

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marks. You are advised to finish Section A in about 36 minutes and Section B in about 84 minutes.

2. Section A consists of multiple-choice questions in this question book, while Section B contains
conventional questions printed separately in Question-Answer Book B.

3. Answers to Section A should be marked on the Multiple-choice Answer Sheet while answers to Section
B should be written in the spaces provided in Question-Answer Book B. The Answer Sheet for Section
1.
A and the Question-Answer Book for Section B must be handed in separately at the end of the
examination.
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SECTION A (MULTIPLE-CHOICE QUESTIONS)

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR SECTION A

1. Read the instructions on the Answer Sheet carefully.

2. When told to open this book, you should check that all the questions are there. Look for the words ‘END
OF SECTION A’ after the last question.
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3. All questions carry equal marks.

4. ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS. You are advised to use an HB pencil to mark all the answers on the
Answer Sheet, so that wrong marks can be completely erased with a clean rubber.

5. You should mark only ONE answer for each question. If you mark more than one answer, you will
receive NO MARKS for that question.

6. No marks will be deducted for wrong answers.

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There are 30 questions in this section.

Choose the best answer for each question.

Candidates may refer to the Periodic Table printed on the back of this Question Book.

1. Which of the following combinations about a lead-acid accumulator is correct ?

Negative electrode Positive electrode Electrolyte

Lead plates coated with

A. Lead plates Hydrochloric acid
lead(IV) oxide

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Lead plates coated with
B. Lead plates Sulphuric acid
lead(IV) oxide

OR
Lead plates coated with
C. Lead plates Hydrochloric acid
lead(IV) oxide

Lead plates coated with

D. Lead plates Sulphuric acid
lead(IV) oxide
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2. Which of the following are the functions of porous nickel electrodes in the hydrogen-oxygen fuel cells?

(1) They act as electrical conductors that connect the fuel cell to the external circuit.
(2) They act as catalysts for the reactions.
(3) They increase the surface area for the reactions.

A. (1) and (2) only

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B. (1) and (3) only

C. (2) and (3) only
D. (1), (2) and (3)

3. Which of the following statements concerning antioxidants are correct?

(1) Antioxidants are toxic and should not be eaten along with the food.
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(2) Some antioxidants can be found naturally in the environment.

(3) Antioxidants prevent the spoiling of food by competing for the oxygen present for oxidation.

A. (1) and (2) only

B. (1) and (3) only
C. (2) and (3) only
D. (1), (2) and (3)

4. Which of the following statements concerning the reaction between chlorine gas and dilute sodium
hydroxide solution is/are correct?

Cl2(g) + 2NaOH(aq) → NaCl(aq) + NaOCl(aq) + H2O(l)

(1) NaOH(aq) is an oxidizing agent in the reaction.

(2) Cl2(g) is an oxidizing agent in the reaction.
(3) Cl2(g) is a reducing agent in the reaction.

A. (1) only
B. (2) only
C. (1) and (3) only
D. (2) and (3) only

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5. Which of the following represents the equation for the standard enthalpy change of formation of
nitrogen dioxide?

A. N(g) + 2O(g) → NO2(g)

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B. 2
N2(g) + O2(g) → NO2(g)
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C. 2
N2O4(g) → NO2(g)
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D. NO(g) + 2
O2(g) → NO2(g)

6. Ammonium chloride is added to hydrated barium hydroxide as illustrated in the following diagrams.

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Which of the following descriptions about the reaction are correct?

(1) Water drops under the beaker containing the reaction mixture are frozen.
(2) The enthalpy change of the reaction is positive.
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(3) Ammonia is formed in the reaction.

A. (1) and (2) only

B. (1) and (3) only
C. (2) and (3) only
D. (1), (2) and (3)
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7. The following diagram shows the electrolysis of concentrated sodium nitrate solution using graphite
electrodes.
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graphite electrode graphite electrode

concentrated sodium nitrate

solution

Which of the following combinations concerning the above electrolysis is correct?

Reaction at the cathode Reaction at the anode

A. Na+(aq) + e− → Na(s) NO3−(aq) + 2H+(aq) + e− → NO2(g) + H2O(l)
B. 2H+(aq) + 2e− → H2(g) NO3−(aq) + 2H+(aq) + e− → NO2(g) + H2O(l)
C. Na+(aq) + e− → Na(s) 4OH−(aq) → O2(g) + 2H2O(l) + 4e−
D. 2H+(aq) + 2e− → H2(g) 4OH−(aq) → O2(g) + 2H2O(l) + 4e−

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8. H2(g) + Cl2(g) → 2HCl(g) ∆Hf = −184.6 kJ mol−1
Which of the following statements concerning the above reaction is correct?

A. One hydrogen molecule reacts with one chlorine molecule, releasing 184.6 kJ energy.
B. 1 mole of hydrogen reacts completely to produce 2 moles of hydrogen chloride gas,
releasing 184.6 kJ energy.
C. Under 1 atm and 25°C, 1 mole of hydrogen reacts completely with 1 mole of chlorine to
produce 2 moles of hydrogen chloride, releasing 184.6 kJ energy.
D. Under 1 atm and 25°C, 1 mole of hydrogen reacts completely with 1 mole of chlorine to
produce 2 moles of hydrogen chloride, absorbing 184.6 kJ energy.

9. B2H6(g) + 3O2(g) → B2O3(s) + 3H2O(l)

Which of the following represents the enthalpy change of the above reaction?

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A. ∆Hf [B2O3(s)]
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B. 3 × ∆Hf [H2O(l)]
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C. 3 × ∆Hc [O2(g)]
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D. ∆Hc [B2H6(g)]

10. An experiment was carried out to determine the enthalpy change of neutralization between 50 cm3 1M
HCl(aq) and 50 cm3 1M NaOH(aq). The experimental set-up was shown below.
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Which of the following statements concerning the above experiment are correct?
(1) The experiment should be carried out in a polystyrene cup with a lid in order to reduce errors.
(2) The experimental value is less negative than the theoretical value of the enthalpy change of
neutralization between HCl(aq) and NaOH(aq).
(3) The major error of the experiment is heat loss to the surroundings due to convection,
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conduction and evaporation.

A. (1) and (2) only

B. (1) and (3) only
C. (2) and (3) only
D. (1), (2) and (3)

11. A 50.0 cm3 sample of 1.0 M hydrochloric acid was mixed with 50.0 cm3 of 1.0 M sodium hydroxide
solution in a simple calorimeter. The temperature of the reaction mixture rose from 21.0°C to 27.5°C.
What is the enthalpy change of the following reaction ?

HCl(aq) + NaOH(aq) → H2O(l) + NaCl(aq)

(Assume that the specific heat capacity and density of the reaction mixture are 4.2 J g−1 K−1 and 1.0 g
cm−3 respectively.)

A. −2.7 kJ mol−1
B. −10.8 kJ mol−1
C. −27.0 kJ mol−1
D. −54.6 kJ mol−1

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12. Given that:

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∆Hf [CO2(g)] = −395.0 kJ mol−1
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∆Hf [H2O(l)] = −286.0 kJ mol−1
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∆Hf [C2H5OH(l)] = −273.0 kJ mol−1
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Which of the following is the standard enthalpy change of combustion of ethanol, ∆Hc [C2H5OH(l)]?

A. −408.0 kJ mol−1
B. −954.0 kJ mol−1
C. −1375 kJ mol−1
D. −1921 kJ mol−1

13. For the following reactions:

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CH3CH2CH2CH3(g) + 2
O2(g)
4CO2(g) + 5H2O(l) ∆H1 = −2878 kJ mol-1

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∆H2 = −2869 kJ mol-1

OR
(CH3)2CHCH3(g) + 2
O2(g)
4CO2(g) + 5H2O(l)

Which of the following statements is/are correct?

(1) The energy stored in butane is less than that in 2-methylpropane.

(2) Both reactions involve breaking of C−H bonds.
(3) Converting 2-methylpropane to butane is an endothermic reaction.
1.
A. (1) only
B. (2) only
C. (1) and (3) only
D. (2) and (3) only
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14. Iodine is a solid at room temperature and pressure. Which of the following statements concerning the
structure of iodine is / are correct?

(1) Iodine has a giant covalent structure.

(2) Iodine molecules are held together by van der Waals’ forces.
(3) Iodine atoms are held together in pairs by covalent bonds.
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A. (1) only.
B. (2) only.
C. (1) and (3) only
D. (2) and (3) only

15. The atomic number of an element X is 18. An atom of X has a mass number of 40. The atom has

A. 18 protons, 22 neutrons and 18 electrons.

B. 18 protons, 22 neutrons and 22 electrons.
C. 18 protons, 40 neutrons and 18 electrons.
D. 22 protons, 22 neutrons and 18 electrons.

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206 207 208

16. Element Y has three isotopes, Y, Y and Y . The graph below shows the relative
abundances of the isotopes.

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What is the relative atomic mass of Y?
1.
A. 206.8
B. 207.0
C. 207.3
D. 207.5

17. Which one of the following is a linear molecule?

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A. H 2O
B. HCN
C. SiO2
D. SCl2

18. Consider the following molecule.

H
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p F
N B
F
H
H F
What is the value of the bond angle p ?

A. 105o
B. 107o
C. 109o
D. 120o

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19. Which of the following solids consist(s) of molecules held together only by van der Waals’ forces?

(1) SO2
(2) SiO2
(3) Na2S
(4) NH3

A. (1) only
B. (1) and (4) only
C. (2) and (3) only
D. (1), (2), (3) and (4)

20. Which of the following molecules will not form a hydrogen bond with another of its own molecules?

A. CH3OCH3

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B. CH3OH
C. CH3NH2
D. HF

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21. The diagram shows a liquid flowing from a burette and a charged rod being brought near the flow.
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Which liquid would be deflected as shown?

A. Br2
B. C6H14
C. CS2
D. CH2Cl2
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22. Which of the following consist(s) of molecules with non-octet structure?

(1) PCl3
(2) BCl3
(3) BeCl2

A. (1) and (2) only

B. (1) and (3) only
C. (2) and (3) only
D. (1), (2) and (3)

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23. A stable molecule containing atoms of the elements X, Y and Z has the following structure.
Z Z

Y
X X
Z
Z
Y Y
X
Z Z
Which elements could X, Y and Z be?

X Y Z

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A. N P Cl
B. O S Cl
C. B C H
D. P Si H

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24. The fractional distillation of crude oil produces a number of different fractions.
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Compared with the heavy gas oil fraction, the kerosene fraction

A. is less flammable and contains smaller hydrocarbon molecules.

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B. is less flammable and contains larger hydrocarbon molecules.

C. is more flammable and contains smaller hydrocarbon molecules.
D. is more flammable and contains larger hydrocarbon molecules.

25. Which of the following measures can help improve the air quality in Hong Kong ?

(1) Use electricity to replace petrol to drive cars.

(2) Use fuel with lower sulphur content to drive ferries.
(3) Use natural gas to replace coal in generating electricity.

A. (1) and (2) only

B. (1) and (3) only
C. (2) and (3) only
D. (1), (2) and (3)

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26. Hydrogen, methane and butane are commonly used fuels. Which of the following statements is correct?

A. Hydrogen, methane and butane all belong to the same homologous series.
B. Methane is the main component gas in LPG (liquefied petroleum gas).
C. Butane has a higher carbon content than methane.
D. On complete combustion, one mole of hydrogen produces more water than one mole
of methane.

27. The first three members of the aldehyde series are:

O H O H H O
H C H H C C H H C C C H

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H H H

What is the general formula for this homologous series ?

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A. CnH2n-2O
B. CnH2nO
C. CnH2n+1O
D. CnH2n+2O

28.
1.
H Br H H H
H C C C C C H
H Br H

The IUPAC name for the above compound is

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A. 4-dibromopent-2-ene.
B. 2-dibromopent-3-ene.
C. 4,4-dibromopent-2-ene.
D. 2,2-dibromopent-3-ene.

Directions : Each question below (Question Nos. 29 to 30) consists of two separate statements. Decide
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whether each of the two statements is true or false; if both are true, then decide whether or not
the second statement is a correct explanation of the first statement. Then select one option from
A to D according to the following table:

A. Both statements are true and the 2nd statement is a correct explanation of the 1st statement.
B. Both statements are true but the 2nd statement is NOT a correct explanation of the 1st statement.
C. The 1st statement is false but the 2nd statement is true.
D. Both statements are false.

29. Carbon dioxide and silicon dioxide have The atoms of carbon and silicon have the same
similar physical properties number of electrons in their outermost shells.

30. Carbon nanotube is a non-conductor of Carbon is a non-metal.

electricity.

END OF SECTION A

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1.
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