Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Transition elements

Transition elements — practice question

The Periodic Table may be used to group elements.
(a(i))[2]

Describe two further chemical-property differences between Group I metals and transition elements.

(a(ii))[5]

Describe what you would see when potassium is placed in cold water. Then write a balanced equation for the reaction, including state symbols.

(b)[2]

Describe two further differences in the physical properties of Group I metals and transition elements.

(c(i))[2]

Describe how the colour of the solution changes.

(c(ii))[1]

State the general term used for a reaction where electrons pass from one species to another.

(c(iii))[2]

Identify the oxidising agent in this reaction, and give a reason for your choice.

(d)[2]

Use the key to fill in the table showing the results of adding aqueous halogens to aqueous halide solutions. One entry has already been done for you.

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This 16-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Group 1 metals are not catalytic

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