2010

Q-1 Name three scientists of the modern period and write one contribution of each of them in field
of chemistry. CHP-1

Q-2 Define the following types of chemical reactions and give one example of each of them with a
balanced chemical equation: CHP-2
(i) Decomposition reaction (ii) Single displacement reaction (iii) Combustion reaction

Q-3 Balance the following equation: CHP-2

Na + H2O  NaOH + H2
KNO3  KNO2 + O2
NH3 + O2  NO2

Q-4 Name three types of radioactive rays and write one characteristics of each. CHP-3

Q-5 Define the following: CHP-6

(i) Fusion (ii) Sublimation (iii) Diffusion

Q-6 Define molarity and calculate the molarity of a solution that contains 20gm of NaOH in 500ml
of the solution. (Atomic masses: Na=23, O=16, H=1). CHP-9

Q-7 Define the following: CHP-8

(i) Ampere (ii) Coulomb (iii) Equivalent mass

Q-8 State Bronsted-Lowry concept of acids and bases and explain it with the example of HCl (as an
acid) and H2O (as a base). CHP-9

Q-9 Write three important uses of Epsom salt. CHP-9

Q-10 Define a Mole. Calculate the number of moles in 50gm of H2O. CHP-2

Q-11 Write the chemical formula of the following substances: CHP-9

(i) Washing soda (ii) Baking soda (iii) Caustic soda

Q-12 Define exothermic and endothermic reactions and write one example of each. CHP-10

Q-13 Write the chemical reaction of water with the following elements with balanced chemical
equations: (i) Magnesium (ii) Chlorine (iii) Silicon. CHP-11

Q-14 Compare three physical properties of each of diamond and graphite. CHP-12

Q-15 Define Ozone. How can ozone be prepared from oxygen? Write its two important uses.
CHP-13
OR
Write three general properties of transition elements. CHP-4

Q-16 Write three differences between oxidation and reduction. CHP-13

Q-17 Write three important uses of hydrogen. CHP-11

Q-18 Give the chemical formula of the following ores: CHP-16

(i) Bauxite (ii) Hematite (iii) Iron pyrite.

Q-19 Why the methane is called marsh gas? Write two methods for the preparation of methane gas
giving balanced equations. CHP-17
OR
Define soft water, hard water and heavy water. CHP-11

Q-20 Write the composition and one use of each of the following alloys: CHP-16
(i)Brass (ii) Bronze (iii) Nichrome

Q-21 What are soaps? Describe the two raw materials used in the preparation of soap. CHP-18

Section-C
Q-1
(a) Define allotropy. Name the allotropic forms of sulphur and give two properties of each of
them. CHP-14
Or
Define electroplating. Describe nickel plating (no diagram is required). CHP-8

(b) State faraday’s 1st & 2nd laws of electrolysis? CHP-8

(c) Name the alkali metals of group I-A of the periodic table and write their three general
properties? CHP-4
Q-2
(a) Describe how sulphur is extracted from underground deposits by frasch process.
Explain it with the labeled diagram? CHP-14

(b) State the following: CHP-2, 6, 4

(i) Law of constant composition
(ii) Law of multiple proportions
(iii) Graham’s law of diffusion of gases
(iv) Newland’s law of octaves.

(c) Describe the extraction of iron from its hematite ore in the blast furnace (diagram is not
required) also write the balanced chemical equations of the reactions which take place in the
blast furnace? CHP-16

Q-3
a) Describe the laboratory method for the preparation of chlorine with a balanced chemical
equation and draw a labeled diagram. CHP-15
b) Write four points of physical difference between metals and nonmetals. CHP-16
c) Define a salt and describe the three groups of salts with examples. CHP-9
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Section-B
Q-1 Write names of any six branches of Chemistry. CHP-1

Q-2 Write three significant reasons for studying chemistry. CHP-1

Q-3 State the following laws:- CHP-2

 Law of Conservation of Matter
 Law of Constant Composition
 Law of Reciprocal Proportions

Q-4 Calculate the number of neutrons in the following isotopes: CHP-

(i) 16 8O (ii)178O (iii) 188O

Q-5 Define Molar Mass and calculate the molar mass of CaCO3. (At Masses: Ca=40, C=12, O=16).
CHP-2

Q-6 Write three uses of potash alum. CHP-

Q-7 State the following Laws:- CHP-4

(i)Dobereiner’s Law of Triad (ii)Newlands Law of Octaves (iii)Modern Periodic Law

Q-8 Calculate the amount of silver deposited when a 10 ampere electric current is passed through a
solution of AgNO3 for 50 minutes.(Electrochemical Equivalent of Silver=0.001118 gm/C). CHP-8

Q-9 What is Thermo chemical reaction? Write names of its 2 kinds and define them. CHP-10

Q-10 Balance the following chemical equations:- CHP-2

o NH3 + O2  NO2 + H2O
o Cu + HNO3  Cu (NO3)2 + NO + H2O
o CuO + NH3  Cu + N2 + H2O

Q-11 Explain the Kinetic Molecular Theory in different states of matter. CHP-6

Q-12 Define the following:- CHP-7

(i)Saturated Solution (ii) Solubility (iii) Crystallization

Q-13 Calculate the pH of 0.01m HCl solution. CHP-9

Q-14 Write three general characteristics of the transition elements. CHP-5

Q-15 State Graham’s Law of diffusion of gases. Which gas among CO2, CH4, and H2 will diffuse
the fastest and why? Give the reason. CHP-6

Q-16 Define the following:- CHP-5

(i)Metallic bonding (ii) Hydrogen bonding (iii) Dispersion Forces (London Forces)
Q-17 What are Isotopes? Write the symbols of deuterium and tritium with their atomic numbers
and mass numbers. CHP-11

Q-18 Which elements possess seven electrons in their valence shell? Name the element that has the
highest electro negativity and give its value. CHP-15

Q-19 Define the following:- CHP-17

(i)Alkanes (ii) Alkenes (iii) Alkynes
Or
Define the following:- CHP-4
(i) Metals (ii) Non-Metals (iii) Metalloids

Q-20 What are Plastics? Write the names of their two main groups. CHP-18
Or
Define Double Displacement Reaction and give its one example. CHP-2

Q-21 Define the term “Enthalpy” of a reaction. Also write how the change in enthalpy (∆H) is
calculated. CHP-

Section-C
Q-1
a) Explain giving balanced chemical equations, the ammonia Solvay process for the
manufacture of sodium carbonate. CHP-18
b) State the law of multiple proportions and explain it with the help of an example. CHP-2
c) Write four characteristics of a covalent compound. CHP-5

Q-2
a) How is ammonia gas prepared in the laboratory? Explain the process giving a balanced
chemical equation and a labeled diagram. CHP-13
OR
Describe with the help of labeled diagram the construction and working of a lead storage
battery. CHP-8
b) State the Arrhenius theory of acids and bases and explain it with the examples of HCL and
NaOH. CHP-9
c) What is Molarity? Calculate the molarity of an aqueous solution that contains 5.3gm of
sodium carbonate dissolved in 500 cm3 solution.(at masses: Na=23, C=12, O=16). CHP-7

Q-3
a) What is allotropy? Write the names of any two crystalline forms of carbon and two
characteristics of any one of them. CHP-12
Or
Describe Rutherford’s experiment which led him to the discovery of the nucleus of an atom.
CHP-3
b) What is a coordinate covalent bond? How is a coordinate covalent bond formed between
NH3 and H+ ion? Explain. CHP-5
c) Write four uses of Sulphuric Acid. CHP-14
Or
State Faraday’s first & second Laws of electrolysis and write two advantages of
electroplating. CHP-8