Chemistry 5070 · O Level · Group VII properties

Group VII properties — practice question

(a)[3]

A drop of liquid bromine was put into a sealed glass jar. After some time, the bromine colour had spread to all parts of the jar. Explain this observation using the kinetic particle theory.

(b(i))[1]

State how the colour of the halogens changes from chlorine to iodine.

(b(ii))[1]

State which physical states chlorine and iodine are in at room temperature and pressure. chlorine iodine

(b(iii))[1]

Chlorine is used in the manufacture of other chemicals. State one additional use of chlorine.

(c)[1]

The molecular structure of a compound containing iodine and chlorine is shown. Deduce the molecular formula of this compound.

(d)[2]

Fluorine reacts with aqueous sodium hydroxide to form sodium fluoride, NaF, water and oxygen. $2\text{F}_2 + 4\text{NaOH} \rightarrow 4\text{NaF} + 2\text{H}_2\text{O} + \text{O}_2$ Calculate the greatest volume of oxygen produced, in dm$^3$, at room temperature and pressure, when 0.037 mol of sodium hydroxide react completely with fluorine. Give your answer to two significant figures.

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