Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Properties of metals

Properties of metals — practice question

(a(i))[2]

Name the products formed at the positive electrode and at the negative electrode in this electrolysis.

(a(ii))[1]

Suggest one observation seen at the negative electrode.

(b)[2]

Complete the word equation for this reaction: zinc + hydrochloric acid → [BLANK] + [BLANK].

(c)[2]

Arrange statements A, B, C, D, E and F into the correct sequence. The first step has already been given.

(d(i))[3]

Describe three physical properties that are typical of metals.

(d(ii))[2]

Suggest two reasons why an alloy is used to make coins instead of pure copper on its own.

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