Chemistry 9701 · AS & A Level · The Periodic Table: chemical periodicity

The Periodic Table: chemical periodicity — practice question

The table below shows information about some oxides of Period 3 elements.
(a(i))[1]

Fill in the ‘bonding’ row of the table using only the words ‘ionic’ or ‘covalent’.

(a(ii))[1]

Fill in the ‘structure’ row using only the words ‘simple’ or ‘giant’.

(b)[1]

From the oxides shown in the table above, suggest the formula of one oxide that is completely insoluble in water.

(c(i))[3]

Separate samples of $\text{Na}_2\text{O}$ and $\text{SO}_2$ were each added to water. For each oxide, write a balanced equation for its reaction with water and suggest a numerical pH value for the solution formed.

(c(ii))[2]

Write a balanced equation for the reaction that takes place when a solution of $\text{Na}_2\text{O}$ in water reacts with a solution of $\text{SO}_2$ in water.

(d)[4]

Separate samples of the oxides $\text{MgO}$ and $\text{SiO}_2$ are melted. Each molten sample is then tested to find out whether it conducts electricity. Suggest the result for each case. Explain your answers.

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