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1.

Some reactions regarding the production of ethanol are given below.a. Identify A and B. b. Write the name of the ester formed when the product B reacts with propanoic acid, c. Write the chemical equation for the formation of the ester.

Answer»

a. A- C6H12 O6B – C2H5 – OH

b. Ethyl Propanoate 

c. CH3 – CH2 – COOH + HO – CH2 – CH3 → CH3 – CH2 – COO – CH2 – CH3 + H2O

2.

Uses of some important organic compounds are given. Pick out the suitable compounds from the box. Power alcohol, Teflon, Polythene, Ethanoic acid, Ethanol a. For the preparation of rayon, b. For making the coating of inner surface of non-stick cookware, c. Solvent in paint industry, d. As fuel in motor vehicles

Answer»

a. Ethanoic acid 

b. Teflon 

c. Methanol 

d. Power alcohol

3.

Analyse the situations given below and explain the gas law associated with it. a. When an inflated balloon is immersed in water, its size decreases. b. A balloon is being inflated

Answer»

a. Avogadro’s law 

b. Boyle’s law

4.

Analyse the reactions and answer the following questions.i. CH3 − OH + CO + Catalyt → .....Aii. CO + 2H2  + Catalyt + 573K.200  → .........ii. A + B + Con.H2SO4 ....... C + H2Oa. Identify A, B, C. b. What is the general name/ class to which product ‘C’ belongs? Write the IUPAC name.

Answer»

a. A — CH3 – COOH 

B– Methanol/CH3 – OH

C – CH3 – COO – CH3

b. Esters, Methyl ethanoate

5.

Define solubility product of weak electrolyte.

Answer»

Solubility product of weak electrolyte is defined as the product of molar concentration of ions of electrolyte raised to appropriate power within saturated solution of that electrolyte.

6.

Fill in the blanks with appropriate form of the verbs given in brackets in the paragraphs below.The bull was ......... (tie) to the tree outside Gafur’s house. It ............ (see) by the priest Tarkaratna, who was coming from the zamindar’s house. Gaffer .............. (blame) by the priest for starving the bull. Tarkaratna ........... (send) by the zamindar to talk to .............. Gafitr. The rent for the hut ...........(not pay) by Gafur. The priest told him that if he did not pay it ......... within three days, he .............. (ask) to leave the hut.

Answer»

1. tied; 

2.was seen; 

3.was blamed; 

4.was sent; 

5. was not paid; 

6. would be asked.

7.

When is ΔH = Δu in a reaction?

Answer»

H2(g) + I2(g) ⇌ 2HIg

8.

Some chemical equations are given below. Write each type of chemical reaction.d. CH2 = CH2 + 3O2 → 2CO2 + 2H2Oe. CH3 - CH2 - CH2 - CH2 - CH3 → CH3 – CH = CH2 + CH3 – CH3

Answer»

a. Polymerization 

b. Substitution reaction 

c. Addition reaction

d. Combustion 

e. Thermal cracking

9.

State Law of Conservation of Energy of mass.

Answer»

The total mass of the products in a reaction is equal to mass of the reactants ‘or’ the mass neither be created nor be destroyed.

10.

[(1 femtometer) / (100 nanometer)] = ...............(a) 10–6         (b) 10–8         (c) 1024         (d) 10–24

Answer»

 (b) 10–8

Explanation:

[(10–15) / (100 × 10–9)] = 10–8

[(1 Femtometer) / (100 nanometer)] 

= [(10–15) / (100 × 10–9)] = 10–8    

11.

Write each of the following. a. Molasses b.Wood spirit c. Vinegar d. Esters

Answer»

a. Molasses is mother liquor left after the crystallization of sugar from sugar cane juice.

b. Poisonous chemical methanol (CH3 – OH) is known as wood spirit. 

c. 5-8% ethanoic acid (CH3 – COOH) is known as vinegar. 

d. esters are salts formed by the reaction ale ‘ whole and organic acids. They have the smell of fruits and flowers.

12.

The energy associated with electric field is (UE)  and with magnetic field is (UB)  for an electromagnetic wave in free space. Then:(1) UE = UB/2(2) UE < UB(3) UE = UB(4) UE > UB 

Answer»

The correct option (3) UE = U

Explanation:

UA = UB

13.

Write the general electronic configuration of transition elements.

Answer»

(Noble Gas) (n - 1)d1-10 ns1-2

14.

If the mass of coins in a bag is 50,000 g, then how many coins will be there?

Answer»

\(\frac{50000}{5}\) = 10000

15.

Like this we can calculate the number of coins on the basis of mass. Can‘t we?

Answer»

Yes, it becomes easy.

16.

If the mass of a coin 5g, then what will be the mass of thousand coins?

Answer»

5 x 1000 = 5000g

17.

a. Group the following into pairs having same number of atoms.A. 2g Hydrogen B. 16g Oxygen C. 14g Nitrogen D. 8g Helium (Atomic mass H=1, O= 16, N =14, He=4) b. How many atoms are present in each pair?

Answer»

a. A, D2g Hydrogen, 8g Helium 

B, C 16g Oxygen, 14g Nitrogen 

b. A, D – 2 x 6.022 × 1023 

B,C – 6.022 x 1023

18.

Acceleration due to gravity is given by g = (GM / R2) what is the equation of the fractional error Δg/g in measurement of gravity g ? [G & M constant](a) – (ΔR / R)  (b) 2 (ΔR / R)  (c) – 2(ΔR / R) (d) (1/2) (ΔR / R)

Answer»

 (b) 2 (ΔR / R)

Explanation:

g = [(GM) / R2]

 ∵ G & M are constant g is function of (1/R2) i.e. (1/R)2 fractional error (Δg / g) = 2(ΔR / R)  

19.

Chloroform can be prepared from Methane. a. What is the chemical formula of chlor of or m? b. What is the name of reaction when chloroform is prepared from methane? c. Write the chemical equation for the reaction.

Answer»

a. CHCl3 

b. Substitution Reaction 

c. CH4 Cl2 + sunlight → CH3Cl + HCl

CH2Cl + Cl2 → CH2Cl2 + HCI

CH2Cl2 + Cl2 → CHCl3 + HCI

20.

One GAM substance contains Avogadro number of particles in it. a. How many particles are there in Avogadro number ? b. Write the number of atoms present in each of the following. i. 32g Sulphur ii. 32g Oxygen iii. 32g Carbon (Atomic mass S = 32, O = 16, C = 12)

Answer»

a. 6.022 × 1023 

b. i.6.022 × 1023 

ii. 2 x 6.022 × 1023 

iii.  \(\frac{32}{12}\) x 6.022 x 1023

21.

Read carefully the passage given below and answer the questions that follow:Sarojini Naidu was educated in her early years under her father's own care. He wanted her to become a great Mathematician or scientist but she loved to dream and write poems. She was hardly eleven when she wrote her first poem. At thirteen she wrote a long poem in the manner of famous English poets. After her matriculation in India she went to England for her higher education in literature. She met Sir Edmund cross a distinguished man of letters. He was impressed by her knowledege and intelligence. He was surprised to see that she had written poems in flawless English but felt disappointed to find that they had nothing of the east in them. They were all about English sights from this day on wards; she devoted herself to writing verses about India. Questions : (a) What did her father want her to do? (b) When did she write her first poem? (c) Why did Edmund disappoint despite poem written in flawless English? (d) Where did she go for higher education?

Answer»

(a) Her father wanted her to became a great mathematician or scientist.

(b) She wrote her first poem when she was eleven.

(c) Edmund was disappointed because her poems had nothing of the cast in them.

(d) She went to England for higher education.

22.

Complete the equation for the following chemical reaction. Name this reaction.CH3 - CH2 - CH2 - CH3 + .... O2 → ... + 

Answer»

CH3 - CH2 - CH2 - CH3 +  13/2O2 → 4CO2 + 5H2O, Combustion.

23.

Recognize and write A, B, C from following equation.A + air + acetobacter → BB + CH3 - OH + con.H2SO4 → CH3 COOH3 + C

Answer»

A. CH3 – CH2 – OH

B. CH3 – COOH – OH 

C. H2O

24.

What type of bonds do chalcogens from in `+4` and `+6` oxidation states?

Answer» Correct Answer - Covalent bonds.
25.

CH3 – CH2– CH2 – CH2 – OH, CH3 – CH2 – CH – CH3(i) For which isomerism can the example above be considered? (ii) Define it.

Answer»

(i) Position isomerism 

(ii) Position isomerism arises as a result of the difference in the position of double bond, triple bond or functional group.

26.

Why hypo is used in photography?

Answer» To dissolve silver halides, hypo is used in photography.
27.

Given below are the structures of some hydrocarbons. Pick out the correct IUPAC names for them from the box.

Answer»

(1) 4 – Ethyl -2, 3-dimethyl heptane 

(2) 3, 4-Dimethyl hex – 3-ene 

(3) 4, 5, 5- triethyl 3 methyl 2 heptyne 

(4) 3ethyl-2, 5, 5, trimethylheptane

28.

From the given table find out the isomer pairs and which type of isomerism they have?a. CH3-O-C2H5i. CH3-CH2-CH2-CH3ii. CH3-CH2-CH2-OHc. CH3-CH2-CH2-Cliii. CH3-CH2-O-CH2-CH3d. CH3-O-CH2-CH2-CH3iv. CH3-CH2Cl-CH3

Answer»

Isomer pairs 

a – ii – functional group isomerism 

b – i – chain isomerism 

c - iv- position isomerism 

d – iii – metamerism 

29.

Which allotropic form of oxygen is unstable?

Answer» Correct Answer - Ozone.
30.

Which is more acidic: `SO_2,SeO_2`, and `TeO_2`?

Answer» `SO_2` is more acidic.
31.

The hydrocarbon formed when Beryllium carbide is treated with water is .......

Answer»

The hydrocarbon formed when Beryllium carbide is treated with water is Methane.

32.

Why oxygen molecule is diatomic whereas sulphur molecules is octa atomic?

Answer» Oxygen atom is small and hence capable of forming `ppi-ppi` multiple bond and thus exists as `O_2`. On the other hand, due to large size, sulphur does not form `ppi-ppi` multiple bond and form `S_8` rings.
33.

What will H2O2 give when it reacts separately  with Fe3+ and Mn4+ in alkaline medium?

Answer»

It will give Fe4+ and Mn4+ respectively in Alkaline medium

Under alkaline conditions, Mn2+ is oxidized to Mn4+ (as MnO2). and same is the case for Fe4+

34.

For a reaction: H2 + Cl2 -------> 2HCl; Rate = k (i) Write the order and molecularity of this reaction (ii) Write the unit of k.

Answer»

(i) Order- Zero order reaction Molecularity = 2

(ii) Mol L-1 sec-1

35.

From the given data of E0 values answer the following:ElementCrMnFeCoNiCuE0Mn2+1Mn0.091-1.18-0.44-0.28-0.25+0.34(i) Why is E0 Cu2+ ICu value exceptionally positive? (ii) Why is E0Mn2+ I Mn value highly negative as compared to other elements ? (iii) Which is a stronger reducing agent Cr2+ or Fe2+?

Answer»

(i) Electrode potential value is the sum of three factors, enthalpy of atomisation, ionisation enthalpy and hydration enthalpy. In case of copper the sum of enthalpy of atomisation and ionisation enthalpy is higher than hydration enthalpy. 

Therefore E0 Cu2+ I Cu value is exceptionally positive. 

(ii) Mn2+ has stable electronic configuration (3d5). The ionisation enthalpy is less than that of hydration enthalpy. Therefore E0 value is more negative. 

(iii) Cr2+ is stronger reducing agent than Fe2+ due to more negative E0 value

36.

Regarding brown ring complex formation, Which of the following statement is wrong ?A. NO formation takes placeB. `Fe_(2)(SO_(4))_(3)` is used in this processC. `Fe^(+2)` and `NO_(3)^(-)` both are reducedD. Formula of brown ring complex is `[Fe(H_(2)O)_(5)NO^(-)]^(+2)`

Answer» Correct Answer - B
( `FeSO_(4)` is used)
`Fe^(+2) + NO_(3)^(-) rarr F_(e)^(+3) + NO`
37.

How are the following conversations carried out: (i) Propene to propan-2-ol (ii) Ethyl chloride to Ethanal

Answer»

(i) CH3CH=CH2 + H2SO4/H2O ⟶ CH3CH(OH)CH3

(ii) CH3CHCl + KOH ⟶ CH3CH2OH + Cu/573K ⟶ CH3CHO

38.

Give reasons for the following: (i) Transition metals for large number of complex compounds (ii) Iron has higher enthalpy of atomisation that of copper (iii) Mn2+ compounds are more stable than Fe2+ compounds towards oxidation to +3 state

Answer»

(I) Transition metals form a large number of compounds due to: 

(a) Comparatively small size 

(b) High ionic charges 

(c) Availability of d-orbitals 

(ii) Iron has great number of unpaired electrons than copper, hence higher the enthalpy of atomisation. 

(iii) The electronic configuration of Mn2+ is 3d5 which is stable. In Fe2+ the configuration is 3d6 , it can lose an electron easily to give stable 3d5 configuration.

39.

Where did Evans go?

Answer»

Evans went to Chipping Norton and after a stroll around the centre of Chipping Norton he returned to Golden Lion hotel.

40.

(i) AgCl shows Frenkel defect while NaCl does not. Give reason (ii) What is the formula of a compound in which the element Y forms ccp lattice and atoms of X occupy 1/3rd of tetrahedral voids?

Answer»

(i) AgCl shows Frenkel defect due to large difference in their ionic size. 

(ii) No. of Y atoms per unit cell = \(\frac{1}{8}\) x 8 + \(\frac{1}{2}\) = 1 + 3 = 4

No. of tetrahedral voids = 2 x 4 = 8

No. of X atoms = \(\frac{1}{3}\) x 8 = \(\frac{8}{3}\) 

Formula of compound = X8/3Y4 = X2Y3

41.

Arrange the following compound in order of reactivity towards `SN^(1)` reaction. (I) `underset(Br)underset(|)(H_(2)C)-CH_(2)-CH_(2)-CH_(3)`," " (II) `H_(2)C-underset(Br)underset(|)CH-CH_(2)-CH_(3)`, " " (III) `HOC-underset(Br)underset(|)CH-CH_(2)-CH_(3)`A. `I gt II gt III`B. `II gt I gt III`C. `III gt II gt I`D. `I gt III gt II`

Answer» Correct Answer - B
Reactivity towards `SN^(1) alpha` stability of carbocation.
(I) `H_(2)overset(oplus)C-CH_(2)-CH_(2)-CH_(3)`
(II) `H_(3)C-overset(oplus)CH-CH_(2)-CH_(3)`
(III) `H-overset(O)overset(||)C-overset(oplus)CH-CH_(2)-CH_(3)`
42.

Complete the following equation:(i) XeF2 + H2O ----> (ii) XeF2+ PF5 ------>

Answer»

(i) 2XeF2 + 2H2O ⟶ 2Xe + 4HF + O

(ii) XeF2+ PF5 ⟶ [XeF]+ [PF6]

43.

Reflecting upon the story, what do you feel about Evans having the last laugh?

Answer»

Evans is a genius and a master in planning his escapes. He uses all tactics-psychology, emotional display, great acting skills, convincing powers, and amiability—to carry out his plan. The governor, despite being overcautious, is not able to prevent his escape. However, after a lot of efforts he is able to trace and capture Evans, arrest him and send him to the prison house. But at this point also, he is outsmarted by Evans. In fact, the prison officials are no one else but his friends in disguise. Once again Evans escapes due to the carelessness of the Governor. He has the last laugh.

44.

Adding to the compounds of each set in increasing order of reactivity towards SN2 reaction: (i) 2-Bromo-2-methylbutane, 1-Bromopentane, 2-Bromopentane (ii)1-Bromo-3-methylbutane,2-Bromo-2-methylbutane,3-Bromo-2-methylbutane

Answer»

(i) 1-Bromopentane, 2-Bromopentane, 2-Bromo-2-methylbutane 

(ii) 1-Bromo-3-methylbutane, 3-Bromo-2-methylbutane, 2-Bromo-2-methylbutane

45.

When Stephens comes back to the cell he jumps to a conclusion and the whole machinery blindly goes by his assumption without even checking the identity of the injured ‘McLeery’. Does this show how hasty conjectures can prevent one from seeing the obvious? How is the criminal able to predict such negligence?

Answer»

When Stephens comes back to the cell, he finds a man covered with blood in Evans’ cell. He jumps to the conclusion and does not bother to check the identity of the injured McLeery. Definitely it was a hasty conjecture on his part which prevented him from seeing the obvious. If he had identified McLeery then and there, Evans would have been caught as this man was no one but Evans himself. Evans is able to predict such negligence because he understood the psychology of the officer. Evans was smart and very observant.

46.

The correct order of `I.E_(2)` among the followingA. `Cu gt Zn`B. `H gt Li`C. `Na gt Mg`D. `B gt C`

Answer» Correct Answer - A::C::D
`Cu=[Ar]3d^(10)4s^(1)overset(I.E._(1))rarr[Ar]3d^(10)`
`Zn=[Ar]3d^(10)4s^(2)overset(I.E._(1))rarr[Ar]3d^(10)4s^(1)`
`therefore CugtZn`
`Na=[Ne]3s^(1)overset(I.E._(1))rarr[Ne]`
`Mg = [Ne]3s^(2)overset(I.E._(1))rarr[Ne]3s^(1)`
`Na gt Mg`
`B=1s^(2)2s^(2)2p^(1)overset(I.E._(1))rarr1s^(2)2s^(2)`
`C=1s^(2)2s^(2)2p^(2)overset(I.E._(1))rarr1s^(2)2s^(2)2p^(1)`
`therefore B gt C`
47.

Sum of all quantum number of monovalent lithium is `(Li^(+))`A. 1B. `(3)/(2)`C. `(5)/(2)`D. 2

Answer» Correct Answer - B
`Li^(+) rarr1s^(2)`
`n = 1 " "l = 0, m = 0, s=+(1)/(2)//-(1)/(2)`
`1+0+0+(1)/(2)=(3)/(2)`
48.

Select the all four quantum number of last `e^(-)` of lanthenum (z = 57) atomA. `4,3,0,+(1)/(2)`B. `6,1,-1,+(1)/(2)`C. `5,2,0,+(1)/(2)`D. `7,1,0,+(1)/(2)`

Answer» Correct Answer - C
Electron configuration of La (57) is [Xe] `6s^(2) 5d^(1) 4f 5d 6p`
Last `e^(-)` enters in 5d orbital.
`therefore` Quantum numbers are `5,2,0,+(1)/(2)`
49.

Select the properties which increases regularly with increase in atomic number in atomic number in first group elements of modern periodic tableA. Metalic characterB. Number of electrons in valence shellC. Reducing powerD. Atomic size

Answer» Correct Answer - A::D
(A) Order of metallic character `: Li lt Na, Klt Rb lt Cs`
(B) Each element of the group has `ns^(1)` configuration and `1e^(-)` in its valance shell.
(C ) Order of reducing power `Na lt K lt Rb lt Cs lt Li`
(D) Order of size : `Li lt Na lt K lt Rb lt Cs`
50.

Predict the position of element having atomic number 72 (Period number and group number)A. 5, 3B. 6, 3C. 6, 4D. 7, 4

Answer» Correct Answer - C
Electron configuration of 72 At . No. element
`{:([Xe]^(54),4f^(14),5d^(2),6s^(2),therefore"Period no. =6"):}`
G.p. No = 4