Date : 15-11-2024 STD 6 CHEMISTRY Total Marks : 85

Chemistry class Test

* Choose the right answer from the given options. [1 Marks Each] [9]

1. Air consists of
(A) only oxygen (B) only nitrogen
(C) only carbon dioxide (D) all of these
Ans. : all of these
2. Air pollution is due to the
(A) cutting of green plants

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(B) gases like carbon monoxide, sulphur dioxide, etc.
(C) smoke given out by factories
(D) all of the above

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Ans. : all of the above
3. The gases which cause acid rain are
(A) sulphur dioxide and oxygen
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(B) nitrogen and oxygen
(C) carbon dioxide and water vapour
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(D) nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide

Ans. : nitrogen dioxide and sulphur dioxide
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4. Rust is
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(A) hydrated iron oxide (B) hydrated copper sulphate

(C) anhydrous iron oxide (D) none of the above
Ans. : hydrated iron oxide
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5. Photosynthesis is a process in which plants

(A) take in oxygen and give out carbon dioxide
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(B) take in carbon dioxide and give out oxygen

(C) take in nitrogen and give out oxygen
(D) none of the above
Ans. : take in carbon dioxide and give out oxygen
6. Fuels which do not leave any residue on burning are
(A) coal and wood (B) coal and LPG
(C) wood and CNG (D) LPG and CNG
Ans. : LPG and CNG

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 7. Respiration
(A) is a slow process
(B) is a natural and continuous process
(C) takes place at body temperature
(D) all of the above
Ans. : all of the above
8. Which of the following is not a greenhouse gas?
(A) carbon dioxide (B) sulphur dioxide (C) methane (D) nitrogen
Ans. : nitrogen

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9. The substance which accelerates the speed of a reaction without itself
undergoing any change is called
(A) catalyst (B) pollutant (C) fuel (D) none of the
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Ans. : catalyst

* TRUE / FALSE
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10. Air is a compound.
Ans. : False
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Correct Statement: Air is a mixture.

11. Carbon dioxide is given out during photosynthesis
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Ans. : False
Correct Statement: Oxygen is given out during photosynthesis.
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12. The composition of air was discovered by Lavoisier.

Ans. : True
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13. The major component of air is oxygen.

Ans. : False
Correct Statement: The major component of air is nitrogen.
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14. The mesosphere in the atmosphere, contains most of the air, fit for respiration
Ans. : False.
Correct statement: The troposphere in the atmosphere, contains most of the air,
fit for respiration.
15. The percentage of carbon dioxide in the air is between 0.2 to 0.4%.
Ans. : True.
16. Carbon dioxide, water vapour and energy in the form of heat are evolved during
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 Ans. : True.
17. Photosynthesis is a process by which green plants prepare their own food in the
presence of sunlight and chlorophyll.
Ans. : True.
18. Air is a mixture and not a compound since the components of air cannot be
separated by physical methods.
Ans. : False.
Correct statement: Air is a mixture and not a compound since the components of
air can be separated by physical methods.

* Fill in the blanks. [15]

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19. The layer of air around the earth is called the ________.
Ans. : The layer of air around the earth is called the atmosphere.

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20. lthough we cannot see air, we can ___it.
Ans. : Although we cannot see air, we can feel it.
21. Air is a ______ of gases S
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Ans. : Air is a mixture of gases
22. Plants and animals maintain the balance of carbon ___________and _________ in the
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air.
Ans. : Plants and animals maintain the balance of carbon dioxide and oxygen in the
air.
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23. Polluted air is harmful to ____.

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Ans. : Polluted air is harmful to health.

24. The supporter of combustion in air is _____.
Ans. : The supporter of combustion in air is oxygen.
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25. Green plants need ________________to prepare food.

Ans. : Green plants need CO 2 water and light to prepare food.
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26. Oxygen is used in ___________the food to get _______.

Ans. : Oxygen is used in burning the food to get energy.
27. Aquatic plants and animals use _________ in water.
Ans. : Aquatic plants and animals use dissolved oxygen in the water.
28. The reddish-brown powder on the surface of iron nails exposed to air and
moisture is called _____.
Ans. : The reddish-brown powder on the surface of iron nails exposed to air and
moisture is called rust.

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29. The ______ is a layer which extends up to about 10-50 km. above the earth.
(troposphere, stratosphere)
Ans. : The stratosphere is a layer which extends upto about 10-50 kms. above the
earth.
30. ___________is an example of a pollutant present in the air.(hydrogen sulphide,
carbon dioxide)
Ans. : Hydrogen sulphide is an example of a pollutant present in air.
31. The component of air used in photosynthesis is ______ and the products of
photosynthesis is oxygen.(carbon dioxide, oxygen)
Ans. : The component of air used in photosynthesis is carbon dioxide and the

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products of photosynthesis is oxygen.
32. The product formed which is common to both combustion and respiration is
______.(carbon dioxide, nitrogen dioxide)

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Ans. : The product formed which is common to both combustion and respiration is
nitrogen dioxide
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33. The component of air which is variable in air above sea level and in air in general
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______.(oxygen, water vapour)
Ans. : The component of air which is variable in air above sea level and in air in
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general water vapour.

* Answer The Following Questions In One Sentence. [44]

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34. Why can’t we see air?

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Ans. : We can’t see air because it is colourless, odourless and transparent gaseous
matter.
35. What is wind?
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Ans. : Fast-moving air is called wind.

36. What do you observe when Ice cold water is filled in a glass tumbler.
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Ans. : We will observe that fine water droplets get deposited on the outer wall of
the glass tumbler.
37. What do you observe when burning candle is covered with an inverted jar.
Ans. : The candle burns more brightly because the candle gets oxygen support in
burning.
38. What do you observe when Carbon dioxide gas is passed through lime water.
Ans. : When CO 2 gas is passed through lime water it forms calcium carbonate
which is white precipitate (turbidity). This gives the milky white appearance to the
solution.

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39. What do you observe when a beam of light is allowed to enter in a closed dark
room through a small hole.
Ans. : We will observe randomly moving dust particles in the beam of light. This
confirms the presence of dust particles in the air.
40. Name two important processes supported by oxygen present in air.
Ans. : Two processes supported by oxygen present in air are:
1. Combustion
2. Respiration
41. Define the following:
Combustion.

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Ans. : Combustion: Combustion also called burning “is burning of substance in the
oxygen of air completely producing heat and light is called combustion.”
42. What are fuels?

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Ans. : Fuels: The substances which burn in air to produce a large amount of energy
in the form of heat and light are called fuels.
43. Give two examples of modern fuels. S
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Ans. : Examples:
1. CNG (Compressed natural gas)
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2. LPG (Liquefied natural gas)

44. Give reason:
Aquatic animals and plants are able to survive in the matter.
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Ans. : Aquatic animals and plants use oxygen dissolved in water and survive.
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45. Give reason:

A burning candle stops burning if covered with a glass tumbler
Ans. : Oxygen is necessary for combustion when covered with a glass tumbler
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supply of oxygen stops.

46. Give reason:
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When water is heated, we see bubbles rising up.

Ans. : These bubbles come from the air dissolved in water. The marine life uses air
dissolved in water.
47. Define rusting?
Ans. : Rusting: Slow conversion of iron into its hydrated oxide in the presence of
moisture and air is called rusting.
48. What are the two necessary conditions for rusting of iron?
Ans. : Conditions for rusting:
1. Presence of moisture (water).

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 2. Presence of oxygen (air).
49. Give the chemical name of rust.
Ans. : The chemical name of rust is hydrated iron oxide [Fe2OrxH2O]
50. How is air useful to water boats?
Ans. : Air helps the movement of water boats.
51. How is air useful to agriculture?
Ans. : Air speeds up drying up of agricultural products like grains, pulses fruits, etc.
Air helps in the pollination of flowers and dispersal of seeds.
52. How is air useful to windmills?
Ans. : Windmills work where there is sufficient movement of air.

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53. How is air useful to scooters and cars.?
Ans. : Air filled tyres of cars move smoothly on road as there is less friction.

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54. Why is nitrogen important to all living beings?
Ans. : Nitrogen constitutes 78% of air by volume. It is of vital importance to the
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plants, animals, and human beings as it is needed to prepare vital nutrient
‘protein’ to every living being which is necessary for their growth.
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55. What is nitrogen fixation?
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Ans. : Nitrogen cannot be absorbed directly by plants. It is first fixed up in the soil
as nitrites and nitrates and then absorbed by the plants in soluble forms. This
phenomenon is called nitrogen fixation.
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56. What is air pollution?

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Ans. : Air Pollution: “Mixing of UNWANTED and HARMFUL SUBSTANCES in the air is
called AIR POLLUTION.”
57. Name two air pollutants which affect our health.
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Ans. : Two air pollutants that affect our health are:

1. DUST
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58. Name two air pollutants which cause acid rain.
Ans. : Two air pollutants that cause acid rain are:
1. SULPHUR DIOXIDE (SO 2) and
2. NITROGEN DIOXIDE (NO 2)

59. Name two air pollutants which cause global warming.

Ans. : Two air pollutants that cause global warming are:
1. CARBON DIOXIDE (CO 2)
2. METHANE (CH4)

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60. Name three greenhouse gases.
Ans. : Carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, etc.
61. State what do you understand by the term ‘air’. Explain its importance to
mankind.
Ans. : Air is a mixture whose composition varies at different intervals of time and
different places of the world. Man cannot survive without air and water and hence
the air is very essential for survival.
62. Explain the importance of nitrogen of the air for plant growth.
Ans. : Nitrogen of air is converted to soluble nitrogenous compounds in the soil in
the presence of air and moisture. These are absorbed by plants and converted to

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plant proteins.
63. Give a reason why nitrogen is filled in food packets and not oxygen.
Ans. : Nitrogen being inert or unreactive is filled into food packets to drive out the

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oxygen and reduce bacterial growth. The food package then stays well preserved.
64. Name the following:
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The product formed when phosphorus burns in oxygen.
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Ans. : Phosphorus pentoxide (P2O 5).

65. Name the following:

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The layer of atmosphere which contains the ozone layer.

Ans. : Stratosphere
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66. Name the following:

The active component of air which supports combustion and is used up in
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burning
Ans. : Oxygen
67. Name the following:
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The main, rare (inert) gas present in air.

Ans. : Argon
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68. Name the following:

The component of air which is present more in industrial areas.
Ans. : Carbon monoxide, sulphur dioxide, oxides of nitrogen, hydrogen sulphide,
dust particles.
69. Name the following:
The type of bacteria which directly absorb nitrogen from the air and converted
soluble nitrates in the soil.
Ans. : Symbiotic bacteria.
70. Name the following:
The product of respiration released in exhaled air, other than carbon dioxide.
Ans. : Water vapour and energy.
71. Name the following:
An inert gas which has a low boiling point and is used for producing very low
temperatures
Ans. : Helium
72. Name the following:
A process which removes carbon dioxide from the air.
Ans. : Photosynthesis

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73. Name the following:
The component of air which does not support combustion.
Ans. : Nitrogen

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74. Give word equation for the following conversion:
Nitrogen of the air to nitric oxide
Ans. : Nitrogen + Oxygen ⇌ Nitric oxide
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The nitric oxide reacts with oxygen to give nitrogen dioxide.
75. Give word equation for the following conversion:
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Nitric oxide to nitrogen dioxide

Ans. : Nitric oxide + Oxygen → Nitrogen dioxide
The nitrogen dioxide further reacts with oxygen and water vapour of the air to give
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nitric acid.
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76. Give word equation for the following conversion:

Nitrogen dioxide to nitric acid
Ans. : Nitric dioxide + Oxygen + water → Nitric acid
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The nitric acid formed comes down with the rain and combines with the
carbonates in the soil to form soluble nitrates.
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77. Give word equation for the following conversion:

Nitric acid to soluble nitrates in the soil
Ans. : Nitric acid+ calcium carbonate → Calcium nirtate + water + carbon dioxide
The water soluble calcium nitrates are absorbed by the plants and converted to
plant proteins.

* Answer The Following Questions in Brief. [8]

78. When water is heated, we see bubbles rising up. Why?

Ans. : Water has a lot of air dissolved on it. This is what allows breathing to fishes
and other aquatic beings. The solubility of gases decreases when the temperature
 is raised, and that is why the dissolved air bubbles out from the water.
79. Write the chemical name of Lime water
Ans. : Calcium hydroxide Ca(OH)2
These droplets were present in the air as moisture which got condensed on the
cooler walls of a glass tumbler. This shows the presence of water vapours in air.
80. State four steps to be taken to control air pollution.
Ans. : Four steps are taken to control air pollution:
1. Tall chimneys are installed in factories and powerhouses so that smoke and
gases rise high and get diluted.
2. GROW more tall trees to absorb CO2 Also plants help in bringing rains.

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3. Use unleaded petrol and CNG in all public transport vehicles
4. Industries should be located far away from residential areas.
81. Give a reason why two different rare (inert) gases find application in

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advertisement signs and fluorescent bulbs.
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1. Neon – In neon sign advertisements A brilliant red glow is seen on the
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passage of an electric current through neon gas at low pressure. The
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colour can be changed by mixing mercury vapour and argon with neon.
2. Xenon – In fluorescent bulbs flash bulbs and lasers. It emits intense white
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light in discharge tubes.

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