Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Rate of reaction

Rate of reaction — practice question

A student examined the decomposition rate of hydrogen peroxide, $\text{H}_2\text{O}_2$, using a catalyst by recording the oxygen volume every 10 seconds. $2\text{H}_2\text{O}_2 \rightarrow 2\text{H}_2\text{O} + \text{O}_2$.
(a)[3]

Complete the diagram to show a suitable arrangement for collecting and measuring the oxygen volume. Add labels to your diagram.

(b(i))[1]

Describe how the rate of this reaction changes as time passes.

(b(ii))[1]

Deduce the time needed to collect $60\,\text{cm}^3$ of oxygen.

(b(iii))[1]

Draw a line on the grid to show how the oxygen volume changes with time when no catalyst is present.

(b(iv))[1]

Describe what effect an increase in temperature has on the rate of this reaction.

(c)[1]

Identify which one of these elements is most likely to act as a catalyst in chemical reactions. Draw a circle around the correct answer: C, Mg, Na, Ni, S.

(d)[2]

Describe a test for oxygen. State the test and the result.

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