Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Alcohols

Alcohols — practice question

This question concerns alcohols.
(a(i))[1]

Which feature in the structure of compound P indicates that it is unsaturated?

(a(ii))[2]

Describe how the colour of aqueous bromine changes when excess compound P is added to it.

(a(iii))[2]

What state is compound P in at $-120\,^\circ\text{C}$? Explain your answer.

(b(i))[1]

Draw the structure of ethanol, showing all atoms and every bond.

(b(ii))[4]

Complete the sentences about fermentation by choosing words from the list.\n\nA flask containing [BLANK] solution and yeast is warmed to [BLANK]. The yeast contains [BLANK] that catalyse the reaction. The ethanol is then separated by [BLANK].

(b(iii))[1]

Ethanol can serve as a fuel. State one other industrial use of ethanol.

(b(iv))[1]

Explain how this diagram shows that the reaction is exothermic.

(b(v))[2]

State the names of two other products that can be formed when ethanol burns in a limited supply of air.

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