Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Identification of ions and gases

Identification of ions and gases — practice question

The table presents the ions found in a $1000\,\text{cm}^3$ rainwater sample.
(a(i))[1]

State the name given to the ion $\text{Cl}^-.$

(a(ii))[1]

Which positive ion has the greatest concentration?

(a(iii))[1]

Calculate the mass of potassium ions in $200\,\text{cm}^3$ of this sample.

(a(iv))[1]

Calculate the mass of solid produced when all the water has been evaporated from the $1000\,\text{cm}^3$ sample.

(a(v))[1]

Name the compound made from $\text{Na}^+$ ions and $\text{HCO}_3^-$ ions.

(b)[2]

Describe a test for potassium ions.\n\nInclude:\n test and result

(c)[1]

Deduce the formula of potassium nitrate.

(d)[2]

Predict the products formed at the negative electrode (cathode) and the positive electrode (anode) during this electrolysis.

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