Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Reversible reactions and equilibrium

Reversible reactions and equilibrium — practice question

Ammonia is made when nitrogen reacts with hydrogen in the presence of a catalyst.
(a)[1]

What does a catalyst do?

(b)[1]

Complete the equation below by inserting the sign for a reversible reaction. $N_2 + 3H_2$ $2NH_3$

(c)[1]

State whether this reaction is exothermic or endothermic, and give a reason for your answer.

(d(i))[1]

Describe how the percentage yield of ammonia varies with temperature.

(d(ii))[1]

Determine the percentage yield of ammonia at $350^\circ C$.

(e)[2]

Describe a test for ammonia. test [BLANK] outcome [BLANK]

(f)[2]

Describe how you would use Universal Indicator to measure the pH of an aqueous solution of a weak base.

(g)[2]

Complete the chemical equation for ammonia reacting with chlorine. [BLANK]NH$_3$ + 3Cl$_2$ $\rightarrow$ N$_2$ + [BLANK]HCl

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