Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Solids, liquids and gases

Solids, liquids and gases — practice question

(a(i))[2]

Give the names of the changes of state shown by P and Q.

(a(ii))[4]

Using the kinetic particle model, describe how far apart the particles are and how they move in water when it is a liquid and when it is a vapour.

(b(i))[2]

Balance the chemical equation for this reaction. …Li + …H$_2$O → 2LiOH + H$_2$

(b(ii))[1]

Give the name of the product that makes the solution alkaline.

(c(i))[2]

State the products of this electrolysis at: the positive electrode (anode); the negative electrode (cathode).

(c(ii))[1]

What observation is seen at the electrodes?

(c(iii))[1]

Suggest one reason why graphite is used for the electrodes instead of magnesium.

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