Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Group I properties

Group I properties — practice question

This question concerns the Group I elements.
(a(i))[2]

Fill in the table to estimate the melting point of lithium and the atomic radius of potassium.

(a(ii))[1]

Describe the pattern in the boiling points of the Group I elements down the group.

(a(iii))[1]

Use the information in the table to suggest why predicting the thermal conductivity of caesium is difficult.

(a(iv))[2]

Predict the physical state of rubidium at $45 ^{\circ}\text{C}$. Give a reason for your answer.

(b(i))[2]

Balance this chemical equation.\n\n$\dots\text{Li} + \text{O}_2 \rightarrow \dots\text{Li}_2\text{O}$

(b(ii))[1]

Is lithium oxide a basic oxide or an acidic oxide? Give a reason for your answer.

(b(iii))[1]

State the name of the particle lost from a lithium atom as it forms a lithium ion.

(b(iv))[2]

Fill in the table to calculate the relative molecular mass of $\text{C}_2\text{H}_5\text{Li}$. Use your Periodic Table to help you.

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This 12-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: lithium melting point between $110 ^{\circ}\text{C}$ and $210 ^{\circ}\text{C}$ (inclusive)

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