Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Identification of ions and gases

Identification of ions and gases — practice question

The table lists the ions detected in a 1000 cm$^3$ blood plasma sample.
(a(i))[1]

Which positive ion has the lowest concentration?

(a(ii))[1]

What is the name of the compound made from K$^+$ and Cl$^-$ ions?

(a(iii))[1]

Calculate the mass of potassium ions in 200 cm$^3$ of this blood plasma.

(a(iv))[1]

As the 1000 cm$^3$ blood plasma sample is crystallised, several compounds are produced. Suggest the name of the compound that would form the largest mass of crystals.

(b)[2]

Describe how to test for potassium ions. test … result …

(c)[1]

Which one of the following substances is also found in food? Circle the correct answer. carbohydrate, hematite, poly(ethene), terylene.

(d(i))[1]

On the structure, circle the alcohol functional group.

(d(ii))[1]

Deduce the molecular formula of compound S, showing how many carbon, hydrogen, oxygen and nitrogen atoms it contains.

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