Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Air quality and climate

Air quality and climate — practice question

The table gives the atmospheric composition of Neptune.
(a)[1]

Fill in the table to find the percentage of methane in Neptune’s atmosphere.

(b)[3]

Describe how Neptune’s atmosphere is different from Earth’s atmosphere. Give three differences.

(c)[2]

Complete the diagram to show how the electrons are arranged in a methane molecule, together with the symbols for the atoms present. Show only outer shell electrons.

(d(i))[1]

What is meant by isotopes?

(d(ii))[2]

Deduce how many protons and neutrons are in one atom of this hydrogen isotope. Refer to your Periodic Table if needed.

(e(i))[2]

Calculate the relative molecular mass of ethane, $\text{C}_2\text{H}_6$. Use your Periodic Table if needed.

(e(ii))[2]

Describe a chemical test for water. test [BLANK] outcome [BLANK]

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