Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Formulae, functional groups and terminology

Formulae, functional groups and terminology — practice question

The structures of the two organic compounds, F and G, are shown.
(a(i))[2]

Describe how to test chemically for an unsaturated compound.

(a(ii))[1]

State what the term catalyst means.

(a(iii))[1]

Name the saturated hydrocarbon containing two carbon atoms.

(b(i))[1]

Deduce the formula of compound H so that the numbers of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen atoms are clear.

(b(ii))[1]

Draw the structure of ethanoic acid. Include every atom and every bond.

(b(iii))[2]

Describe what is observed when ethanoic acid reacts with: • universal indicator solution • sodium.

(c(i))[1]

Deduce the pH of the dilute ethanoic acid before aqueous ammonia is added.

(c(ii))[1]

Deduce the volume of aqueous ammonia added at neutral pH.

(d(i))[1]

State the name of the -OH functional group present in compound J.

(d(ii))[1]

Choose one word from the list that best describes the reaction type that occurs.

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