Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Solids, liquids and gases

Solids, liquids and gases — practice question

The diagram illustrates the state changes that occur when sulfur is heated.
(a)[2]

Give the names of the state changes marked A and B.

(b)[2]

Describe the arrangement and motion of the particles in sulfur vapour.

(c)[1]

Give one example of a use for sulfur.

(d)[2]

Explain why sulfur in coal has a harmful effect on human health when the coal is burnt.

(e(i))[1]

Determine the formula for thiophene.

(e(ii))[1]

What is the function of the catalyst?

(e(iii))[1]

Calculate the mass of thiophene produced when $15.6\,\text{g}$ of ethyne react with excess hydrogen sulfide.

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