Chemistry 5070 · O Level · Electrolysis

Electrolysis — practice question

When zinc is placed in aqueous nickel(II) nitrate, $\text{Zn}(s)+\text{Ni(NO}_3)_2(aq)\rightarrow \text{Zn(NO}_3)_2(aq)+\text{Ni}(s)$.
(a(i))[2]

Use the equation to explain why this is a redox reaction.

(a(ii))[1]

Construct the ionic equation that represents this reaction.

(b)[3]

Draw a labelled diagram showing how silver is electroplated onto a fork made of nickel.

(c)[2]

Aqueous ammonia is added, with mixing, to a solution containing zinc ions until no further change is seen. What observations would be made during this test?

(d)[2]

Blocks of zinc are fixed to the underside of iron ships to prevent rusting. Explain how zinc prevents the ships from rusting.

Worked solution & mark scheme

This 10-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Zinc loses electrons, so it is oxidised

  • Full mark scheme, point by point
  • Step-by-step worked solution
  • Write your answer & get it marked instantly by AI