Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Group I properties

Group I properties — practice question

This question concerns Group I elements and Group VII elements.
(a)[3]

Deduce the number of electrons, neutrons and protons in one atom of the potassium isotope shown: $^{40}_{19}\text{K}$.

(b)[2]

Complete the chemical equation for potassium reacting with water to produce potassium hydroxide and a gas that gives a pop with a lighted splint. $\text{2K} + \ldots\text{H}_2\text{O} \rightarrow \text{2KOH} + \ldots$

(c(i))[2]

Complete the table by predicting sodium's melting point and potassium's relative hardness.

(c(ii))[2]

Predict the physical state of potassium at $100^\circ\text{C}$. State a reason for your answer.

(d(i))[1]

Explain how this equation demonstrates that bromine is more reactive than iodine. $\text{Br}_2 + 2\text{KI} \rightarrow 2\text{KBr} + \text{I}_2$

(d(ii))[1]

State the colour of aqueous iodine.

(e)[1]

State the meaning of the term diatomic.

(f)[1]

Choose the word that best describes a substance which evaporates easily. Options: conductor, flammable, malleable, volatile.

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