Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Elements, compounds and mixtures

Elements, compounds and mixtures — practice question

The diagram presents the particle arrangements of five substances, A, B, C, D and E. Structure A is shown as Br-Br. Structure B is a lattice of Na⁺ and Br⁻ ions. Structure C is drawn as F-Br-F. Structure D is a molecule with a C=C double bond and hydrogen atoms attached. Structure E is shown as Br-C-C-Br with hydrogen atoms attached.
(a(i))[1]

Which structure, A, B, C, D or E, is a diatomic molecule?

(a(ii))[1]

Which structure, A, B, C, D or E, contains ions?

(a(iii))[1]

Which structure, A, B, C, D or E, decolourises aqueous bromine?

(a(iv))[1]

Which structure, A, B, C, D or E, conducts electricity when molten?

(a(v))[1]

Which structure, A, B, C, D or E, contains atoms of two different halogens?

(b)[1]

What does the term element mean?

(c)[2]

What is the physical state of bromine at $-15\,^{\circ}\text{C}$? Explain your answer.

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