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

The Periodic Table: chemical periodicity — practice question

(a)[2]

Complete Table 1.1 by using the appropriate information from the Periodic Table.

(b)[3]

State and explain how the ionic radius of $\text{Al}^{3+}$ compares with that of $\text{Mg}^{2+}$.

(c)[1]

Draw a labelled diagram that shows the structure and bonding in sodium.

(d(i))[1]

Explain the reason Si has a high melting point.

(d(ii))[2]

Complete Fig. 1.1 so that it shows the variation in the melting points of the elements P, S and Cl.

(e(i))[2]

At room pressure, two Period 3 elements react with excess oxygen. Complete Table 1.2.

(e(ii))[1]

The solutions in column 3 of Table 1.2 are combined. Name the type of reaction that takes place.

(e(iii))[1]

Write an equation showing how $\text{P}_4\text{O}_{10}$ reacts with an excess of water.

(f(i))[1]

Aluminium hydroxide is amphoteric. Explain the meaning of amphoteric.

(f(ii))[1]

Write an equation showing the reaction of aluminium hydroxide, $\text{Al(OH)}_3$, with $\text{NaOH(aq)}$.

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This 15-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Accurate proton, neutron and electron numbers for Mg$^{2+}$ and Al$^{3+}$ (4 correct = 2 marks, 2-3 correct = 1 mark)

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