Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · The characteristic properties of acids and bases

The characteristic properties of acids and bases — practice question

This question concerns compounds of nitrogen.
(a(i))[1]

Which one of the following pH values could belong to aqueous ammonia? Draw a circle round the correct answer: pH 1, pH 5, pH 7, pH 9.

(a(ii))[3]

Use the kinetic particle model to explain these observations.

(b(i))[1]

Balance the chemical equation for the first stage in the process: $4\text{NH}_3 + 5\text{O}_2 \rightarrow \ldots \text{NO} + 6\text{H}_2\text{O}$

(b(ii))[1]

What does the term exothermic mean?

(b(iii))[1]

How does this equation show that NO has been oxidised?

(b(iv))[1]

Would you classify nitrogen dioxide as an acidic oxide or as a basic oxide? Give a reason for your answer.

(c)[1]

State one harmful effect of oxides of nitrogen on health.

(d)[1]

Name the salt produced when ammonia reacts with nitric acid.

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