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13201.

Ethene is formed when ethanol at 443 K is heated with excess of concentrated sulphuric acid. What is the role of sulphuric acid in this reaction? Write the balanced chemical equation of this reaction

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Sulphuric acid acts as a catalyst and a dehydrating agent in the formation of ethene at 443 K.

\(CH_3CH_2OH\overset{Conc.H_2SO_4} \rightarrow CH_2=CH_2 +H_2O\)

13202.

Write true or false for the following statements:Heating ethanol at 443 K with excess concentrated sulphuric acid results in the dehydration of ethanol to give ethene.

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True

Heating ethanol at 443 K with excess concentrated sulphuric acid results in the dehydration of ethanol to give ethene.

13203.

Write the names of the following functional groups :

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(i) Alkyne

(ii) Alkene

13204.

Write the names of the functional groups in:

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(i) Ketone 

(ii) Aldehyde

13205.

In a locality, hard water, required for an experiment, is not available. However, the following salts are available in the school laboratory:1. Sodium sulphate 2. Calcium sulphate3. Magnesium chloride 4. Sodium chloride5. Calcium chloride6. Potassium sulphateWhich of the above salts may be dissolved in water to obtain hard water for the experiment?

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Water containing calcium and magnesium salts is known as hard water. Among the given salts, calcium sulphate, magnesium chloride and calcium chloride can be dissolved in water to obtain hard water.

13206.

Give the names of the following functional groups: (i) —OH (ii) —COOH

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(i) Alcohol group 

(ii) Carboxylic acid group

13207.

You have three unlabelled test-tubes containing ethanol, ethanoic acid and soap solution. Explain,the method you would use to identify the compounds in different test tubes by chemical tests using litmus paper and sodium metal,

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SolutionBlue Litmus paperRed Litmus PaperSodium Metal
EthanolNo changeNo changeHydrogen gas
Ethanoic acidTurns redNo changeHydrogen gas
SoapNo changeTums blueHydrogen gas

13208.

2 ml of ethanoic acid was taken in each of the three test tubes A, B and C and 2 ml, 4 ml and 8 ml water was added to them respectively. A clear solution is obtained in: A) Test tube A only B) Test tubes A & B only C) Test tubes B and C only D) All the test tubes

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Correct option is: D) All the test tubes

13209.

A student takes about 6 ml of distilled water in each of the four test tubes R Q, R and S. He then dissolves an equal amount of four different salts namely, sodium chloride in 'P', potassium chloride in 'Q', calcium chloride in 'K and magnesium chloride in 'S'. Next, he then adds 10 drops of soap solution to each test tube and shakes its contents. In which of these test tubes the scum (insoluble substance) is formed with soap?

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Scum is formed by reaction of soap with calcium and magnesium salts in water. Test-tubes R and S contain calcium chloride and magnesium chloride, respectively. Therefore, scum will be formed in these two test-tubes.

13210.

What is Allotropy?

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Allotropy: The property of an element to exist in two or more physical forms having more or less similar chemical properties but different physical properties is called allotropy.

13211.

A student adds 2 mL of acetic acid to a test tube containing 2 mL of distilled water. He then shakes the test tube well and leaves it to settle for some time. After about 5 minutes, he observes that in the test tube there is _______.(A) a clear transparent colourless solution(B) a clear transparent pink solution(C) a precipitate settling at the bottom of the test tube(D) a layer of water over the layer of acetic acid

Answer» (A) a clear transparent colourless solution
13212.

A student takes about 6 mL of distilled water in each of the four test tubes P, Q, R and S. He then dissolves an equal amount of four different salts namely, sodium chloride in ‘P’, potassium chloride in ‘Q’, calcium chloride in ‘R’ and magnesium chloride in ‘S’. Next, he then adds 10 drops of soap solution to each test tube and shakes its contents. The test tubes in which scum (insoluble substance) is formed with soap are _______.(A) P and Q                     (B) Q and R(C) R and S                       (D) Q and S

Answer» The correct answer is

(C) R and S
13213.

About 2 mL of acetic acid was taken in each of the three test tubes P, Q and R and 5 mL, 10 mL and 15 mL of distilled water were added to them, respectively. Instantaneously, a clear solution is observed in the test tubes _______.(A) P and Q only                (B) Q and R only(C) R and P only                 (D) P, Q and R

Answer» (D) P, Q and R
13214.

What is the difference in the molecular formula of any two consecutive members of a homologous series of organic compounds?

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—CH2— is the difference in the molecular formula of any two consecutive members of a homologous series of organic compounds.

13215.

Geeta took three water samples in test tubes A, B and C. She added soap solution to all the three test tubes. She observed lather in testtube A and B and no lather in test-tube C. The correct conclusion is ______.(A) C is soft water(B) B is hard water(C) A is hard water(D) Both A and B are soft water

Answer» (D) Both A and B are soft water
13216.

What is functional group?

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Functional group: An atom or a group of atoms in an organic molecule, which is responsible for the compound’s characteristic reactions and determines its properties is known as a functional group.

13217.

Define the diamond.

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Diamond: A transparent form of carbon that is the hardest known material

13218.

Diamond is a well known allotrope of carbon. The hardness and high dispersion of light of diamond make it useful for both industrial applications and jewelry. Diamond is the hardest known natural mineral. This makes it an e4cellent abrasive and makes it hold polish and luster extremely well.1. The compact and rigid_______-dimensional arrangement of carbon atoms in diamond gives it a high density.(i) 2(ii) 3(iii) 1(iv) 52. Each carbon atom in the diamond crystal is linked to_______other carbon atoms by covalent bond.(i) 6(ii) 3(iii) 2(iv) 43. Diamonds can be synthesised by subjecting pure carbon to(i) Very high Pressure(ii) Very high temperature(iii) Both (i) and (ii)(iv) Low Temperature4. State true or false: The synthetic diamonds are small and distinguishable from natural diamonds.(i) TRUE(ii) FALSE5. State true or false: Diamond conduct electricity due to unavailability of free electrons.(i) TRUE(ii) FALSE

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1. (ii) 3

2. (iv) 4

3. (iii) Both (i) and (ii)

4. (ii) FALSE

5. (ii) FALSE

13219.

A student takes four test tubes marked P, Q, R and S of 25 mL capacity and fills 10 mL of distilled water in each. He dissolves one spoonfull of four different salts in each as: KCl in P, NaCl in Q, CaCl2 in R and MgCl2 in S. He then adds about 2 mL of a sample of soap solution to each of the above test tubes. On shaking the contents of each of the test tubes, he is likely to observe a good amount of lather (foam) in the test tubes marked________.(A) P and Q             (B) R and S(C) P, Q and R         (D) P, Q and S

Answer» The correct answer is

(A) P and Q
13220.

Which of the following set of compounds have the same molecular formula?(A) Propanone, propanoic acid(B) Propanal, propanone(C) Propanol, propanal(D) Propane, propene

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(B) Propanal, propanone

13221.

The distance between two successive layers of graphite is……………. A) 1.35 A° B) 2.35 A° C) 3.35 A° D) 4.35 A°

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Correct option is  C) 3.35 A°

13222.

Explain the Unsaturated hydrocarbons.

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Unsaturated hydrocarbons: The hydrocarbons containing at least one double bond (C = C) or containing at least one triple bond (C C) between the two carbon atoms are called unsaturated hydrocarbons.

Unsaturated hydrocarbons :- those hydrocarbon compound which are having 2 or 3 bonds... For example : alkene or alkyne
2 bond alkene 
3 bond alkyne 
13223.

What happen during the combustion of Saturated hydrocarbons ?

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Saturated hydrocarbons on combustion give carbon dioxide and water with the liberation of heat.

13224.

What is Saturated hydrocarbons?

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Saturated hydrocarbons: The hydrocarbons containing C – C single bonds are known as saturated hydrocarbons.

Saturated hydrocarbon :- those hydrocarbon compound which are  single bonded. For ex- alkane 
13225.

How many types of hydrocarbons are there?

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There are two types of hydrocarbons –

saturated and unsaturated.

13226.

What is Graphite?

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Graphite: A soft dark grey or black form of carbon that occurs naturally as a mineral.

13227.

In diamond each carbon atom has a …………………… environment. A) trigonal planar B) tetrahedral C) square planar D) pyramidal

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Correct option is  B) tetrahedral

13228.

In graphite, each carbon atom is bonded to _______ other carbon atoms in the same plane.(A) two(B) three(C) four(D) six

Answer» The correct answer is

(B) three
13229.

The hybridisation present in graphite is ……………………. A) sp B) sp2 C) sp3D) d2sp3

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Correct option is  B) sp2

13230.

What are hydrocarbons?

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Hydrocarbons – A compound of carbon and hydrogen

13231.

In layer structure of graphite the carbon atoms are in ………………. environment. A) trigonal planar B) tetrahedral C) square planar D) pyramidal

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A) trigonal planar

13232.

Graphite forms ……………. layer structure. A) one dimensional B) two dimensionalC) three dimensional D) none of these

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B) two dimensional

13233.

Explain briefly about the structure of “Graphite”.

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1. In graphite, each ‘C’ is surrounded by three other ‘C’ atoms. 

2. The ‘C’ atoms are arranged in layers. 

3. In the layer structure, the carbon atoms are in trigonal planar environment. 

4. Each layer consists of a 2- dimensional hexagonal network.

13234.

List any two reasons for carbon forming a very large number of compounds.

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(i) Due to catenation – Self linking property 

(ii) Tetravalency of carbon – Forms compounds with other elements.

13235.

Zinc is not plated on iron. Is it correct?

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No, Zinc is plated on iron to prevent it from corrosion and formation of rust.

13236.

Which of the following is a weak electrolyte? A. carbonic acid B. sodium hydroxide C. copper sulphate D. nitric acid

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A. carbonic acid 

Carbonic acid is a weak electrolyte because it does not completely dissociate into the aqueous solution.

13237.

Give two examples of conductor.

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Copper wire, acidified copper sulphate solution

13238.

Fine machine parts can be repaired by which process?

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Fine machine parts can be repaired by electroplating them.

13239.

Is sugar an electrolyte or non-electrolyte?

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Sugar does not contain ions. So, it is non-electrolyte.

13240.

Identify the correct correlation:A – Volcanism is considered as a cause of climate change. R – The winds spread aerosols around the world reducing sun’s radiation to reach on earth’s surface. (a) Only A is correct. (b) Only R is correct. (c) Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A. (d) Both A and R are correct but R is not the correct explanation of A.

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(d) Both A and R are correct but R is not the correct explanation of A.

13241.

Inspite of long range order in the arrangement of particles why are the crystals usually not perfect?

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Crystals have long range repeated pattern of arrangement of constitutent particles but in the process of crystallisation some deviations from the ideal arrangement (i.e. defects) may be introduced, therefore, crystals are usually not perfect.

13242.

In India workers participation hs limited success because of the following factor A. The differing perceptions and attitudes between the workers and the management regarding degree of participation B. The trade unions are poorly fragmented and organized C. Inter union rivalry and influences of different political philosophies D. All of the above

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Correct option is D. All of the above

13243.

Why are liquids and gases categorised as fluids?

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The liquids and gases have a property to flow i.e. the molecules can move past and tumble over one another freely. Hence, they have been categorised as fluids.

13244.

Arrange the following hydrides of Group-16 elements in the increasing order of their thermal stability : H2O, H2S, H2Se, H2Te.

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H2Te <H2Se < H2S <H2O

13245.

State Aufbau principle.

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Electrons enter into different atomic orbitals in the increasing order of their energies.

13246.

What is meant by Aufbau?

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The German word Aufbau means building up.

13247.

What is meant by isobar?

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Isobars are atoms having the same mass number but different atomic number

e.g. 4020Ca , 4018Ar

13248.

आयनिक यौगिक ठोस एवं कठोर क्यों होते है ?

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धन एवं ऋण आयनों के बीच मजबूत आकर्षण बल के कारण आयनिक यौगिक ठोस एवं कठोर होत है।

13249.

What is meant by the term ‘boundary surface diagram’?

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A boundary surface is drawn in space for an orbital such that the value of probability density (ψ2) is constant and encloses a region where the probability of finding electron is typically more than 90%. 

Such a boundary surface diagram is a good representation of shape of an orbital.

e.g.,

Boundary surface diagram of Is and 2s orbitals are spherical in shape.

13250.

धात्विक या धातुक्रम क्या है ?

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अयस्क से धातुओं का निष्कर्षण करने तथा धातुओं को प्राप्त करने की प्रक्रिया को धात्विक या धातु क्रम कहते है ।