Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Properties of metals

Properties of metals — practice question

This question concerns metals.
(a(i))[1]

Arrange metals A, B, C and D in order of reactivity.

(a(ii))[2]

State two further ways to make this reaction faster.

(b(i))[1]

State the flame-test colour for lithium ions.

(b(ii))[1]

State the ion found in every aqueous alkali.

(b(iii))[1]

State the colour shown by thymolphthalein in an aqueous alkali.

(c(i))[1]

State which one of diagrams A, B, C or D best shows an alloy.

(c(ii))[1]

Suggest one property of pewter that makes it more useful than pure tin.

(d)[2]

Describe two further physical properties that are characteristic of metals.

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