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Test / Exam Name: 10th Sci Ch 3 Standard: 10th Subject: Science

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Questions: 386 Time: 60 Mins Marks: 826

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Q1. No chemical reaction takes place when granules of a rusty-brown solid A are mixed with the powder of 5 Marks
another solid B. However, when the mixture is heated, a reaction takes place between its components.
One of the products C is a metal and settles down in the molten state while the other product D floats
over it. It was observed that the reaction is highly exothermic.
1. What could the solids A and B be?
2. What are the products C and D most likely to be?
3. Write the chemical equation for the reaction between A and B leading to the formation of C.and
D. Mention the physical sates of all the reactants and products in this equation and indicate the
heat change which takes place.
4. What is the special name of such a reaction? State one use of such a reaction.
5. Name any two types of chemical reactions under which the above reaction can beclassified.

Q2. A non-metal A which is the largest constituent of air, when heated with H2in 1:3 ratio in the presence of 5 Marks
catalyst (Fe) gives a gas B. On heating with O2, it gives an oxide C. If this oxide is passed into water in the
presence of air, it gives an acid D which acts as a strong oxidizing agent.
1. Identify A, B, C and D.
2. To which group of the periodic table, does this non-metal belongs?

Q3. Read the following and answer any four questions from (i) to (v). 5 Marks
Ionic compound is a chemical compound in which ions are held together by ionic bonds. An ionic bond
is the type of chemical bond in which two oppositely charged ions are held through electrostatic forces.
We know that, metal atoms have loosely bound valence electrons in their valence shell and non-metal
atoms need electrons in their valence shell to attain noble gas configuration. The metal atom loses the
valence electrons while non-metal atom accepts these electrons. By losing electrons, metal atoms
change to cations and by accepting electrons, non-metals form anions. Ionic compounds are generally
solid and exist in the form of crystal. They have high melting and boiling points.
1. Which of the following can change to a cation?
1. Fluorine.
2. Oxygen.
3. Potassium.
4. Neon.
2. Which of the following can change to an anion?
1. Iodine.
2. Magnesium.
3. Calcium.
4. Xenon.
3. Ionic compounds are soluble in ________.
1. Kerosene.
2. Petrol.
3. Water.
4. None of these.
4. Which of the following statements is correct about ionic compounds?
1. They conduct electricity in solid state.
2. They conduct electricity in solutions.
3. They conduct electricity in molten state.
 1. I only.
2. II only.
3. III only.
4. II and III only.
5. Select the incorrect statement.
1. Ionic compounds are generally brittle.
2. Ions are the fundamental units of ionic compounds.
3. Formation of ionic bonds involve sharing of electrons.
4. NaCl is an ionic compound.

Q4. How are metals refined by the electrolytic process? Describe the electrolytic refining of copper with the 5 Marks
help of a neat labelled diagram.

Q5. What is meant by refining of a metals? Name the most widely used method of refining impure metals 5 Marks
produced by various reduction processes. Describe with the help of a labelled diagram how this method
may be used for refining of copper.

Q6. State one use each of the following non-metals: 5 Marks

Hydrogen, Carbon (as Graphite), Nitrogen, Sulphur

Q7. Read the following and answer any four questions from (i) to (v). 5 Marks
Although there is no sharp line of distinction between metals and non-metals, yet there are some
distinctive differences. The main points of differences are:
Property Metals Non-metals
Electroni
They have 1 to 3 electrons in the o They have 4 to 8 electrons in the outermos
c structu
utermost shell of their atoms t shell of their atoms
re
They are mostly solid at room tem
State of They are either solids or gases at room tem
perature except mercury and galliu
existence perature (except bromine which is a liquid).
m which are liquid.
Density They have high density. They have low density.
They are electropositive elements They are electronegative elements and hen
Nature o
and hence, lose one or more electr ce, gain one or more electrons to form nega
f ions
ons to form positive ions. tive ions.
They generally combine with chlori They combine with chlorine to form covalen
Nature o
ne to form solid ionic chlorides whi t chlorides. These are either gases or liquid
f chlorid
ch conduct electricity in the aqueo s. Non-metal chlorides do not contain ion
es
us solution or in the molten state. s, therefore, they do not conduct electricity.
Nature o They form basic oxides, though so
They form acidic or neutral oxides.
f oxides me oxides are amphoteric also.
Displace
ment o Metals which lie above hydrogen i
f hydroge n the reactivity series displace hydr They do not displace hydrogen from acids.
n from a ogen from acids.
cids

1. Match column-I with column-II and select the correct option using the given codes.
S. No Column-I Column-II
P. A metal that forms amphoteric oxides. Ga
Q. A metal which melts when keep on our palm. Au
R. A metal that has highest density. Al
S. A metal which cannot displace hydrogen from acids. Os

1. P-(II), Q-(I), R-(III), S-(IV).

2. P-(III), Q-(I), R-(IV), S-(II).
3. P-(IV), Q-(II), R-(III), S-(I).
4. P-(III), Q-(II), R-(I), S-(IV).
2. State True (T) or False (F) for the following statements.
1. Non-metals react with acids to give a salt and hydrogen gas.
 2. Zinc oxide is amphoteric in nature.
3. Copper oxide is basic in nature.
4. Hydrogen gas is evolved when a metal reacts with dilute acid.
5. Copper reacts vigorously with dilute H Cl.
S. No (I) (II) (III) (IV) (V)
(a) F T F T T
(b) T F T F F
(c) F T F F T
(d) F T T T F

3. Tick (✓) the correct statements and cross (×) the incorrect statements.
1. Non-metals are either solids or gases except mercury which is a liquid.
2. Sodium is a metal and can lose its electrons easily.
3. Most non-metals produce acidic oxides when dissolved in water. Most metals produce basic
oxides on reaction with water.
4. Graphite is a conductor of electricity.
S. No (I) (II) (III) (IV)
(a) ✓ × ✓ ×

(b) × ✓ × ✓

(c) × ✓ ✓ ✓

(d) × ✓ ✓ ×

4. An element X (atomic number 12) reacts with another element Y (atomic number 17) to form a
compound Z. Which of the following statements are true regarding this compound?
1. Molecular formula of Z is XY2.
2. It is soluble in water.
3. X and Y are joined by sharing of electrons.
4. It would conduct electricity in the molten state.
1. II and III only.
2. I and II only.
3. I, III and IV only.
4. I, II and IV only.
5. Which of the following metals form an amphoteric oxide?
1. Zn.
2. Ca.
3. Na.
4. Cu.

Q8. Four metal A, B, C and D are added to the following aqueous solutions one by one. The observations 5 Marks
made are tabulated below:
Metal Iron (II) sulphate Copper (II) sulphate Zinc sulphate Silver nitrate
A No reaction Reddishbrown deposit ________ ________
B Grey deposit ________ No reaction ________
C No reaction No reaction No reaction White shining deposit
D No reaction No reaction No reaction No reaction

Answer the following questions based on the above observations:

1. Which is the most active metal and why?
2. What would be observed if B is added to a solution of copper (II) sulphate and why
3. Arrange the metal A, B, C and D in order of increasing reactivity.
4. The container of which metal can be used to store both zinc sulphate solution and silver nitrate
solution?
5. Which of the above solutions can be easily stored in a container made up of any of these metals?

Q9. A metal which exists as a liquid at room temperature is obtained by heating its sulphide ore in the 5 Marks
presence of air.
1. Name the metal and write its chemical symbol.
2. Write the name and formula of the sulphide ore.
3. Give the equations of chemical reactions involved in the production of metal from its sulphide ore.
 4. Name a common device in which this metal is used.
5. Can this metal displace copper from copper sulphate solution? Why?

Q10. 1. Give an example of a metal which: 5 Marks

1. Is a liquid at room temperature.
2. Is kept immersed in kerosene for storing.
3. Is both malleable and ductile.
4. Is the best conductor of heat.
2. Name the process of obtaining a pure metal from an impure metal through electrolysis. Suppose
you have to refine copper using this process, then explain mentioning inwith the help of a labelled
diagram the process of purification, brief the materials used as (i) anode, (ii) cathode and (iii)
electrolyte.

Q11. 1. Write the steps involved in the extraction of pure metals in the middle of the activity series from 5 Marks
their carbonate ores.
2. How is copper extracted from its sulphide ore? Explain the various steps supported by chemical
equations. Draw labelled diagram for the electrolytic refining of copper.

Q12. 1. Given below are the steps for extraction of copper from its ore. Write the reaction involved. 5 Marks
1. Roasting of copper (1) sulphide.
2. Reduction of copper (1) oxide with copper (1) sulphide.
3. Electrolytic refining.
2. Draw a neat and well labelled diagram for electrolytic refining of copper.

Q13. Read the following and answer any four questions from (i) to (v). 5 Marks
The chemical reactivity of an element depends upon its electronic configuration. All elements having
less than eight electrons in the outermost shell show chemical reactivity. During chemical reactions,
atoms of all elements tend to achieve a completely filled valence shell. Metals are electropositive in
nature. They have tendency to lose one or more electrons present in the valence shell of their atoms to
form cations and achieve nearest noble gas configuration. The compounds formed by the transfer of
electrons from one element to other are known as ionic or electrovalent compounds.
The electronic configurations of three elements X, Y and Z are:
X:2 Y : 2, 8, 7 Z : 2, 8, 2

1. Which of the following is correct regarding these elements?

1. X is a metal.
2. Y is a metal.
3. Z is a non-metal.
4. Y is a non-metal and Z is a metal.
2. Element X reacts with element Y to form a compound Z. During the formation of compound Z,
atoms of X lose one electron each whereas atoms of Y gain one electron each. Which of the
following properties is not shown by compound Z?
1. High melting point.
2. Low melting point.
3. Occurrence as solid.
4. Conduction of electricity in molten state.
3. Which of the following is correct representation of formation of magnesium chloride?

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4. The electronic configuration of sodium ion is:
1. 2, 8, 8
2. 2, 8, 2
3. 2, 6
4. 2, 8
5. Which of the following represents an electropositive element?
1. 2, 8, 6
 2. 2, 8, 8
3. 2, 8, 8, 1
4. 2, 7​​

Q14. Read the following and answer any four questions from (i) to (v). 5 Marks
On the basis of reactivity of different metals with oxygen, water and acids as well as displacement
reactions, the metals have been arranged in the decreasing order of their reactivities. This arrangement
is known as activity series or reactivity series of metals.
The basis of reactivity is the tendency of metals to lose electrons. If a metal can lose electrons easily to
form positive ions, it will react readily with other substances. Therefore, it will be a reactive metal. On
the other hand, if a meal loses electrons less rapidly to form a positive ion, it will react slowly with
other substances. Therefore, such a metal will be less reactive.
1. Which of the following metals is less reactive than hydrogen?
1. Copper
2. Zinc
3. Magnesium
4. Lead
2. Which of the following metals is more reactive than hydrogen?
1. Mercury
2. Platinum
3. Iron
4. Gold
3. Which of the following metals reacts vigorously with oxygen?
1. Zinc
2. Magnesium
3. Sodium
4. Copper
4. Which of the following represents the correct order of reactivity for the given metals?
1. Na > Mg > Al > Cu
2. Mg > Na > Al > Cu
3. Na > Mg > Cu > Al
4. Mg > Al > Na > Cu
5. Hydrogen gas is not evolved when a metal reacts with nitric acid. It is because HNO, is a strong
oxidising agent. It oxidises the H, produced to water and itself gets reduced to any of the nitrogen
oxides (N,O, NO, NO2). But _____________ and _____________ react with very dilute HNO3 to
evolve H2 gas.
1. Pb, Cu
2. Na, K
3. Mg, Mn
4. Al, Zn

Q15. State five uses of metals and five of non-metals. 5 Marks

Q16. Carbon cannot reduce the oxides of sodium, magnesium and aluminium to their respective metals. 5 Marks
Why? Where are these metals placed in the reactivity series? How are these metals obtained from their
ores? Take an example to explain the process of extraction along with chemical equations.

Q17. What is meant by refining of a metal? Name the most widely used method for the refining of impure 5 Marks
metals obtained by various reduction processes. Describe this method with the help of a labelled
diagram by taking the example of any metal.

Q18. Read the following and answer any four questions from (i) to (v). 5 Marks
Metals, as we know, are very useful in all fields, industries in particular. Non-metals are no less in any
way. Oxygen present in air is essential for breathing as well as for combustion. Non-metals form a large
number of compounds which are extremely useful, e.g., ammonia, nitric acid, sulfuric acid, etc. Non-
metals are found to exist in three states of matter. Only solid non-metals are expected to be hard
however, they have low density and are brittle. They usually have low melting and boiling points and
are poor conductors of electricity.
1. _________ is a non-metal, but is lustrous.
 1. Phosphorus.
2. Sulfur.
3. Bromine.
4. Iodine.
2. Which of the following is known as 'King of chemicals'?
1. Urea.
2. Ammonia.
3. Sulfuric acid.
4. Nitric acid.
3. Which of the following non-metals is a liquid?
1. Carbon.
2. Bromine.
3. Iodine.
4. Sulfur.
4. Hydrogen is used:
1. For the synthesis of ammonia.
2. For the synthesis of methyl alcohol.
3. In welding torches.
4. All of these.
5. Generally, non-metals are bad conductors of electricity but 'X'which is a form of carbon is a good
conductor of electricity and is an exceptional non-metal. 'X' is:
1. Diamond.
2. Graphite.
3. Coal.
4. Coke.

Q19. Read the following and answer any four questions from (i) to (v). 5 Marks
The chemical properties of metals are mostly linked with the electron releasing tendency of their
atoms. The greater the tendency, more will be the reactivity of the metal. They react with oxygen,
water, hydrogen, acids, etc. Since they can lose electrons, they act as reducing agents. Some reactions
of metals are given as:
Metal + Oxygen → Metal oxide.
Metal + Water → Metal hydroxide+ Hydrogen.
Metal + Acid(dilute) → Metal salt+ Hydrogen.
Metal X + Salt solution of metal Y→ Salt solution of X + Y (Displacement reaction).
1. Metals such as _______ and _______ react so vigorously that they catch fire if kept in the open.
Hence, to protect them and to prevent accidental fires, they are kept immersed in _______.
1. Phosphorus, magnesium, water.
2. Sodium, potassium, kerosene oil.
3. Sodium, potassium, water.
4. Tin, lead, alcohol.
2. Which of the following pairs will give displacement reaction?
1. NaCl solution and copper metal.
2. MgCl2 solution and aluminum metal.
3. FeSO4 solution and silver metal.
4. AgNO3 solution and copper metal.
3. There are four metals K, L, M and N. Identify them by using the hints given below.
K forms basic oxide.
L forms amphoteric oxide.
Oxide of M dissolves in water to form alkali.
1. K→ Zn, L→ Al, M → Na, N → Fe.
2. K → Fe, L → Na, M → K, N → Zn.
3. K→ K, L → Cu, M → Pb, N → Na.
4. K → Cu, L → Zn, M → K, N → Pb.
4. Which metal does not react with dilute hydrochloric acid?
1. Iron.
2. Sodium.
3. Zinc.
4. Copper.
 5. Food cans are coated with tin and not with zinc because:
1. Zinc is costlier than tin.
2. Zinc has a higher melting point than tin.
3. Zinc is more reactive than tin.
4. Zinc is less reactive than tin.

Q20. You are given a hammer, a battery, a bulb, wires and a switch. 5 Marks
1. How could you use them to distinguish between samples of metals and non-metals?
2. Assess the usefulness of these tests in distinguishing between metals and non-metals.

Q21. Read the following and answer any four questions from (i) to (v). 5 Marks
On the basis of reactivity of different metals with oxygen, water and acids as well as displacement
reactions, the metals have been arranged in the decreasing order of their reactivities. This arrangement
is known as activity series or reactivity series of metals.
The basis of reactivity is the tendency of metals to lose electrons. If a metal can lose electrons easily to
form positive ions, it will react readily with other substances. Therefore, it will be a reactive metal. On
the other hand, if a meal loses electrons less rapidly to form a positive ion, it will react slowly with
other substances. Therefore, such a metal will be less reactive.
1. Which of the following metals is less reactive than hydrogen?
1. Copper.
2. Zinc.
3. Magnesium.
4. Lead.
2. Which of the following metals is more reactive than hydrogen?
1. Mercury.
2. Platinum.
3. Iron.
4. Gold.
3. Which of the following metals reacts vigorously with oxygen?
1. Zinc.
2. Magnesium.
3. Sodium.
4. Copper.
4. Which of the following represents the correct order of reactivity for the given metals?
1. Na > Mg > Al > Cu.
2. Mg > Na > Al > Cu.
3. Na > Mg > Cu > AI.
4. Mg > Al > Na > Cu.
5. Hydrogen gas is not evolved when a metal reacts with nitric acid. It is because HNO3 is a strong
oxidizing agent. It oxidizes the H2 produced to water and itself gets reduced to any of the nitrogen
oxides (N2O, NO, NO2). But _______ and _______ react with very dilute HNO3 to evolve H2 gas.
1. Pb, Cu.
2. Na, K.
3. Mg, Mn.
4. Al, Zn.

Q22. 1. List in tabular from three chemical properties on the basis of which we can differentiate between 5 Marks
a metal and a non-metal.
2. Give reasons for the following:
1. Most metals conduct electricity well.
2. The reaction of iron (III) oxide [Fe2O3] with heated aluminium is used to join cracked machine
parts.

Q23. 1. Distinguish between ‘roasting’ and ‘calcination’. Which of these two is used for sulphide ores and 5 Marks
why?
2. Write a chemical equation to illustrate the use of aluminium for joining cracked railway lines.
3. Name the anode, the cathode and the electrolyte used in the electrolytic refining of impure
copper.
Q24. Sample of five metals ‘A’, ‘B’, ‘C’, ‘D’ and ‘E’ was taken and added to the following solution one by one.
The results obtained have been tabulated as follows. 5 Marks

Metal FeSO4 CuSO4 ZnSO4 AgNO3 Al2(SO4)3 MgSO4

A No reaction Displacement No reaction Displacement No reaction No reaction
B Displacement Displacement No reaction Displacement No reaction No reaction
C No reaction No reaction No reaction Displacement No reaction No reaction
D No reaction No reaction No reaction No reaction No reaction No reaction
E Displacement Displacement Displacement Displacement No reaction No reaction

Use the above table to answer the following questions about the given metals.
1. Which of them is most reactive and why?
2. What would you observe if ‘B’ is added to CuSO4?
3. Arrange ‘A’, ‘B’, ‘C’, ‘D’ and ‘E’ in the increasing order of reactivity.
4. Container of which metal can store zinc sulphate and silver nitrate solution?
5. Which of the above solution(s) can be stored in a container made of any of these metals and why?

Q25. Draw the electron-dot structures of the following compounds and state the type of bonding in each 5 Marks
case:
1. CO2
2. MgO
3. H,O
4. HCl
5. MgCl2

Q26. What is meant by ‘rusting of iron’? With the help of labelled diagrams, describe an activity to find out 5 Marks
the conditions under which iron rusts.

Q27. An element A which is a part of common salt and kept under kerosene reacts with another element B of 5 Marks
atomic number 17 to give a product C. When an aqueous solution of product C is electrolysed then a
compound D is formed and two gases are liberated.
1. What are A and B?
2. Identify C and D.
3. What will be the action of C on litmus solution? Why?
4. State whether element B is a solid, liquid or gas at room temperature.
5. Write formula of the compound formed when element B reacts with an element E having atomic
number 5.

Q28. State one use each of the following metals: 5 Marks

Copper, Aluminium, Iron, Silver, Gold, Mercury

Q29. Give the steps involved in the extraction of metals of low and medium reactivity from their respective 5 Marks
sulphide ores.

Q30. Explain the following. 5 Marks

1. Reactivity of Al decreases if it is dipped in HNO3.
2. Carbon cannot reduce the oxides of Na or Mg.
3. NaCl is not a conductor of electricity in solid state whereas it does conduct electricity in aqueous
solution as well as in molten state.
4. Iron articles are galvanised.
5. Metals like Na, K, Ca and Mg are never found in their free state in nature.

Q31. Read the following and answer any four questions from (i) to (v). 5 Marks
Sample pieces of five metals P, Q, R, Sand Tare added to the tabulated solutions separately. The results
observed are shown in the table given below:
Solutions
Metal
CuSO4 ZnSO4 FeSO4 AgNO3
P No change No change No change A coating on metal
Q Brown coating _ Grey deposit A coating on metal
 R No change No change No change No change
S _ No change No change Brown deposit
T Brown deposit New coating New coating New coating

Based on the observations recorded in the table, answer the following questions:
1. Which is the most reactive metal?
1. Q.
2. R.
3. S.
4. T.
2. Which is the least reactive metal?
1. P.
2. R.
3. T.
4. Q.
3. Activity series of elements is:
1. The arrangement of elements in increasing order of reactivity.
2. The arrangement of elements in decreasing order of reactivity.
3. The arrangement of oxides of elements in increasing order of reactivity.
4. None of these.
4. Which of the following metal is least reactive?
1. Zn.
2. Cu.
3. Ag.
4. Fe.
5. Decreasing order of reactivity is:
1. P > Q > R > S > T.
2. Q > T > R > S > P.
3. T > Q > S > P > R.
4. S > R > Q > T > P.

Q32. With the help of a suitable example, explain how ionic compounds are formed State any three general 5 Marks
properties of ionic compounds.

Q33. State any five physical properties of metals and five physical properties of non-metals. 5 Marks

Q34. What is methane? Draw its electron dot structure. Name the type of bonds formed in this compound. 5 Marks
Why are such compounds:
1. Poor conductors of electricity?
2. Have low melting and boiling points? What happens when this compound burns in oxygen?

Q35. What happens when an iron strip is put into separate beakers containing aqueous solutions of copper 5 Marks
sulphate and zinc sulphate? Where is iron placed in the activity series with respect to copper and zinc?
Describe the steps involved in the extraction of zinc from its sulphide and carbonate ores. Support your
answer with balanced chemical equation for the chemical reactions involved in the process.

Q36. Write the chemical formula and name of the compound which is the active ingredient of all alcoholic 5 Marks
drinks. List its two uses. Write chemical equation and name of the product formed when this compound
reacts with-
1. Sodium metal.
2. Hot concentrated sulphuric acid.

Q37. Read the following and answer any four questions from (i) to (v). 5 Marks
Non-metals are highly electronegative in nature. They have a tendency to gain electrons in their valence
shell to achieve nearest noble gas configuration. Thus, they form anions and act as good oxidizing
agents.
− −−−→ n−
X + ne X

(non-metal atom) (anion)

 They react with air or oxygen on heating to form oxides, which react with water to form acids. Thus,
nonmetal oxides are acidic in nature. Non-metals do not react with dilute acids at all. This is because
they are electronegative and therefore, cannot displace hydrogen from acids, but they form covalent
hydrides when heated with hydrogen.
1. The acid formed when sulfur trioxide reacts with water is:
1. Sulfurous acid.
2. Sulfuric acid.
3. Both (a) and (b).
4. None of these.
2. An element 'X' forms an oxide, XO2, which is a very useful gas used in the process of
photosynthesis. The element IX' is:
1. Sulfur.
2. Nitrogen.
3. Carbon.
4. Phosphorus.
3. Non-metals generally act as:
1. Oxidizing agents.
2. Reducing agents.
3. Both (a) and (b).
4. None of these.
4. Which of the following elements produces basic oxide on reacting with oxygen?
1. Chlorine.
2. Sulfur.
3. Phosphorus.
4. Magnesium.
5. Which of the following is a covalent hydride?
1. CH4.
2. NH3.
3. H2S.
4. All of these.

Q38. Read the following and answer any four questions from (i) to (v). 5 Marks
An element is a pure substance made up of same kind of atoms. At present, nearly 118 elements are
known but all of them do not occur free in nature, some of them have been synthesized by artificial
methods. Based on their properties, they are mainly classified as metals and non-metals. Metals are
those elements which lose electrons and form positive ions i.e., they are electropositive in nature. They
are generally hard, good conductors of heat and electricity, malleable, ductile and have striking luster.
They have a significant role to play in our daily life.
1. Metals which are of vital importance to the national defense, energy and industry sector are
called strategic metals. Which of the following is a strategic metal?
1. Titanium.
2. Zirconium.
3. Manganese.
4. All of these.
2. Which metal is the best conductor of electricity?
1. Silver.
2. Platinum.
3. Nickel.
4. Iron.
3. Which of the following metals is not a coinage metal?
1. Copper.
2. Silver.
3. Iron.
4. Gold.
4. Which of the following are the most malleable metals?
1. Sodium.
2. Gold.
3. Potassium.
4. Silver.
 1. (I) and (IV)
2. (II) and (III)
3. (III) and (IV)
4. (II) and (IV)
5. Identify the correct statement(s).
1. The wires that carry current in our homes have a coating of PVC or a rubber like material.
2. School bells are made of metals.
3. Metals do not conduct electricity.
4. Metals which produce a sound on striking a hard surface are said to be non-sonorous.
1. (I) and (III)
2. (I) and (II)
3. (III) and (IV)
4. Only (II)

Q39. 2. Explain how the following metals are obtained from their compounds by the reduction process: 5 Marks
1. Metal M which is in the middle of the reactivity series.
2. Metal N which is high up in the reactivity series.
Give one example of each type.

Q40. 1. Draw magnetic field lines produced around a current carrying straight conductor passing through 5 Marks
a cardboard. Name, state and apply the rule to mark the direction of these field lines.
2. How will be strenght of the magnetic field change when the point where magnetic field is to be
determined is moved away from the stright wire carrying constant current? Justify your answer.

Q41. What are alloys? How are they made? Name the constituents and uses of brass, bronze and solder. 5 Marks

Q42. Compare the properties of ionic compounds and covalent compounds. 4 Marks

Q43. Four metals P, Q, R and S are all obtained by the reduction of their oxides with carbon. Metal P is used 4 Marks
to form a thin layer over the sheets of metal S to prevent its corrosion. Metal Q is used for
electroplating tiffin boxes made of metal S whereas metal R is used in making car batteries. Metals Q
and R form an alloy called solder. What are metals P, Q, R and S? How have you arrived at this
conclusion?

Q44. Explain why, a salt which does not conduct electricity in the solid state becomes a good conductor in 4 Marks
molten state.

Q45. Write the equations for the reactions of: 4 Marks

1. Magnesium with dilute hydrochloric acid.
2. Aluminium with dilute hydrochloric acid.
3. Zinc with dilute hydrochloric acid.
4. Iron with dilute hydrochloric acid.
Name the products formed in each case. Also indicate the physical states of all the substances involved.

Q46. When an object made of metal A is kept in air for a considerable time, it loses its shine and becomes 4 Marks
almost black due to the formation of a layer of substance B. When an object made of another metal C is
kept in damp air for a considerable time, it gets covered with a green layer of substance D. Metal A is
the best conductor of electricity whereas metal C is the next best conductor of electricity.
1. What is metal A?
2. What is metal C?
3. Name the substance B.
4. Name the substance D.
5. What type of chemical can be used to remove the green layer from metal C and clean it? Why?

Q47. An element X forms two oxides XO and XO2. The oxide XO has no action on litmus solution but oxide 4 Marks
XO2 turns litmus solution red.
1. What is the nature of oxide XO?
2. What is the nature of oxide XO2?
3. Would you call element X a metal or a non-metal? Give reason for your choice.
 4. Can you give an example of element like X?

Q48. You are given samples of three metals — sodium, magnesium and copper. Suggest any two activities to 4 Marks
arrange them in order of their decreasing reactivities.

Q49. State and explain the reaction, if any, of the following metals with a solution of copper sulphate: 4 Marks
1. Gold.
2. Copper.
3. Zinc.
4. Mercury.

Q50. A metal X which is resistant to corrosion is produced by the electrolysis of its molten oxide whereas 4 Marks
another metal Y which is also resistant to corrosion is produced by the reduction of its oxide with
carbon. Metal X can be used in powder form in thermite welding whereas metal Y is used in making
cathodes of ordinary dry cells.
1. Name the metals X and Y.
2. Which of the two metals is more reactive : X or Y?
3. Name one ore or metal X. Also write its chemical formula.
4. Name one ore of metal Y. Also write its chemical formula.
5. Name one alloy of metal X and one alloy of metal Y.

Q51. Metal A burns in air, on heating, to form an oxide A2O3 whereas another metal B burns in air only on 4 Marks
strong heating to form an oxide BO. The two oxides A2O3 and BO can react with hydrochloric acid as
well as sodium hydroxide solution to form the corresponding salts and water.
1. What is the nature of oxide A2O3?
2. What is the nature of oxide BO?
3. Name one metal like A.
4. Name one metal like B.

Q52. A black metal oxide XO is used as a catalyst in the preparation of oxygen gas from potassium chlorate. 4 Marks
The oxide XO is also used in ordinary dry cells. The metal oxide XO cannot be reduced satisfactorily with
carbon to form metal X.
1. Name the metal X.
2. Name the metal oxide XO.
3. Which reducing agent can be used to reduce XO to obtain metal X?
4. Name another metal which can also be extracted by the reduction of its oxide with the above
reducing agent.

Q53. Match Column I with Column II. 4 Marks

Colum Column
nI II
CuFeS Distilla
i. A.
2 tion
i Liquati
ZnCO3 B.
i. on
ii Calcina
Tin C.
i. tion
i Mercu Roastin
D.
v. ry g

Q54. A non-metal A which is the largest constituent of air, when heated with H2 in 1 : 3 ratio in the presence 4 Marks
of catalyst (Fe) gives a gas B. On heating with O2 it gives an oxide C. If this oxide is passed into water in
the presence of air it gives an acid D which acts as a strong oxidising agent.
1. Identify A, B, C and D.
2. To which group of periodic table does this non-metal belong?

Q55. A non-metal A is an important constituent of our food and forms two oxides B and C. Oxide B is toxic 3 Marks
whereas C causes global warming.
 1. Identify A, B and C.
2. To which Group of Periodic Table does A belong?

Q56. 1. Give the names and formulae of one metal chloride and one non-metal chloride. 3 Marks
2. State an important property in which these metal chloride and non-metal chloride differ.
3. Why do they differ in this property?

Q57. Name two metals which react violently with cold water. Write any three observations you would make 3 Marks
when such a metal is dropped into water. How would you identify the gas evolved, if any, during the
reaction?

Q58. A non-metal X exists in two different forms Y and Z. Y is the hardest natural substance, whereas Z is a 3 Marks
good conductor of electricity. Identify X, Y and Z.

Q59. A metal that exists as a liquid at room temperature is obtained by heating its sulphide in the presence 3 Marks
of air. Identify the metal and its ore and give the reaction involved.

Q60. List three properties of sodium in which it differs from the general physical properties of most of the 3 Marks
metals.

Q61. Metallic oxides of zinc, magnesium and copper were heated with the following metals. 3 Marks
Metal Zinc Magnesium Copper
Zinc oxide ---- ---- ----
Magnesium oxide ---- ---- ----
Copper oxide ---- ---- ----

In which cases will you find displacement reactions taking place?

Q62. Ionic compounds are crystalline solids and brittle. Why? 3 Marks

Q63. Pratyush took sulphur powder on a spatula and heated it. He collected the gas evolved by inverting a 3 Marks
test tube over it, as shown in figure below.
1. What will be the action of gas on:
1. Dry litmus paper?
2. Moist litmus paper?
2. Write a balanced chemical equation for the reaction taking place.

Q64. Give the formulae of the chlorides of the elements X and Y having atomic numbers of 3 and 6 3 Marks
respectively. Will the properties of the two chlorides be similar or different? Explain your answer:

Q65. Why should the metal sulphides and carbonates be converted to metal oxides in the process of 3 Marks
extraction of metal from them?

Q66. The electronic configurations of three elements X, Y and Z are as follows: 3 Marks
X 2, 4
Y 2, 1
Z 2, 1
1. Which two elements will combine to form an ionic compound?
2. Which two elements will react to form a covalent compound?
Give reasons for your choice.

Q67. The atomic number of an element is 12. 3 Marks

1. Write its electronic configuration and determine its valency.
2. Is it more reactive or less reactive than Ca (atomic number 20)? Justify your answer giving reason.
3. Is it a metal or a non-metal?
4. Write the formula of its oxide.

Q68. State any three differences between the physical properties of metals and non-metals. 3 Marks
Q69. An element E forms an oxide E2O. An aqueous solution of E2O turns red litmus paper blue. 3 Marks
1. What is the nature of the oxide E2O?
2. State whether element E is a metal or a non-metal.
3. Give one example of an element like E.

Q70. Samples of four metals A, B, C and D were taken and added to the following solution one by one. The 3 Marks
results obtained have been tabulated as follows.
Metal Iron (II) sulphate Copper (II) sulphate Zinc sulphate Silver nitrate
A No reaction Displacement ----- -----
B Displacement ----- No reaction -----
C No reaction No reaction No reaction Displacement
D No reaction No reaction No reaction No reaction

Use the Table above to answer the following questions about metals A, B, C and D.
1. Which is the most reactive metal?
2. What would you observe if B is added to a solution of Copper(II) sulphate?
3. Arrange the metals A, B, C and D in the order of decreasing reactivity.

Q71. Differentiate between metals and non-metals on the basis of their chemical properties. 3 Marks

Q72. Compound X and aluminium are used to join railway tracks. 3 Marks
1. Identify the compound X.
2. Name the reaction.
3. Write down its reaction.

Q73. What type of bonding would you expect between the following pairs of elements? 3 Marks
1. Calcium and Oxygen.
2. Carbon and Chlorine.
3. Hydrogen and Chlorine.

Q74. What is meant by ‘rusting’? With labelled diagrams describe an activity to find out the conditions under 3 Marks
which iron rusts.

Q75. 1. Write electron-dot structures for magnesium and oxygen. 3 Marks

2. Show the formation of MgO by the transfer of electrons.
3. What are the ions present in this compound?

Q76. Give reason for the following: 3 Marks

1. Which has low melting point.
2. Which exist in liquid state at room temperature.
3. Which is most abundant in earth's crust.
4. Which is placed at the top of the reactivity series.

Q77. The electronic configurations of four particles A, B, C and D are given below: 3 Marks
A 2, 8, 8
B 2, 8, 2
C 2, 6
D 2, 8
Which electronic configuration represents:
1. Magnesium atom?
2. Oxygen atom?
3. Sodium ion?
4. Chloride ion?

Q78. 1. Name a metal for each case: 3 Marks

1. It does not react with cold as well as hot water but reacts with steam.
2. It does not react with any physical state of water?
 2. When calcium metal is added to water, the gas evolved does not catch fire but the same gas
evolved on adding sodium metal to water catches fire. Why is it so?

Q79. When a metal X is treated with cold water, it gives a basic salt Y with molecular formula XOH (Molecular 3 Marks
mass = 40) and liberates a gas Z which easily catches fire. Identify X, Y and Z and also write the reaction
involved.

Q80. A metal combines with a non-metal by the transfer of electrons to form a compound Y. 3 Marks
1. State the type of bonds in Y.
2. What can you say about its melting point and boiling point?
3. Will it be a good conductor of electricity?
4. Will it dissolve in an organic solvent or not?

Q81. Why ions move freely and conduct electricity in the molten form? 3 Marks

Q82. Describe with one example, how moderately reactive metals (which are in the middle of reactivity 3 Marks
series) are extracted.

Q83. Using electron-dot diagrams which show only the outermost shell electrons, show how a molecule of 3 Marks
oxygen, O2, is formed from two oxygen atoms. What name is given to this type of bonding? (At. No. of
oxygen = 8)

Q84. Explain why, a solution of cane sugar does not conduct electricity but a solution of common salt is a 3 Marks
good conductor of electricity.

Q85. A solution of CuSO4 was kept in an iron pot. After few days the iron pot was found to have a number of 3 Marks
holes in it. Explain the reason in terms of reactivity. Write the equation of the reaction involved.

Q86. What is calcination? 3 Marks

Q87. What is the action of water on (a) sodium (b) magnesium, and (c) aluminium? Write equations of the 3 Marks
chemical reactions involved.

Q88. Write a displacement reaction for non-metal. 3 Marks

Q89. Explain how, a reduction reaction of aluminium can be used for welding cracked machine parts of iron. 3 Marks
Write a chemical equation for the reaction involved.

Q90. A non-metal gains electrons to form anions. What do you mean by this statement? 3 Marks

Q91. What is the difference between a cation and an anion? How are they formed? Give the names and 3 Marks
symbols of one cation and one anion.

Q92. State which of the following reactions will take place or which will not, giving a suitable reason for 3 Marks
each?
Zn(s) + CuSO4 (aq) → ZnSO4 (aq) + Cu(s)

Fe(s) + ZnSO4 (aq) → FeSO4 (aq) + Zn(s)

Q93. The atomic number of an element is 19. 3 Marks

1. Write the electronic configuration of this element and determine (i) the valency of this element,
and (ii) whether this element is a metal or a non-metal.
2. Write the formula of the oxide of this element.
3. Is this element more reactive or less reactive than Na (atomic number 11)? Justify your answer
giving example.

Q94. An element A reacts with water to form a compound B which is used in white washing. The compound 3 Marks
B on heating forms an oxide C which on treatment with water gives back B. Identify A, B and C and give
the reactions involved.
Q95. 1. Show the formation of NaCl from sodium and chlorine atoms by the transfer of electron(s). 3 Marks
2. Why has sodium chloride a high melting point?
3. Name the anode and the cathode used in electrolytic refining of impure copper metal.

Q96. What do you mean by ionic bond? 3 Marks

Q97. Explain the formation of a chlorine molecule on the basis of electronic theory of valency. 3 Marks

Q98. During extraction of metals, electolytic refining is used to obtain pure metals. 3 Marks
1. Which material will be used as anode and cathode for refining of silver metal by this process?
2. Suggest a suitable electrolyte also.
3. In this electrolytic cell, where do we get pure silver after passing electric current?

Q99. An element A burns with golden flame in air. It reacts with another element B, atomic number 17 to 3 Marks
give a product C. An aqueous solution of product C on electrolysis gives a compound D and liberates
hydrogen. Identify A, B, C and D. Also write down the equations for the reactions involved.

Q100. You are given a dry cell, a torch bulb with holder, wires and crocodile clips. How would you use them to 3 Marks
distinguish between samples of metals and non-metals?

Q101. How is zinc extracted from its carbonate ore (calamine)? Explain with equations. 3 Marks

Q102. Iqbal treated a lustrous, divalent element M with sodium hydroxide. He observed the formation of 3 Marks
bubbles in reaction mixture. He made the same observations when this element was treated with
hydrochloric acid. Suggest how can he identify the produced gas. Write chemical equations for both the
reactions.

Q103. Explain why, an aqueous solution of sodium chloride is not used for the electrolytic extraction of 3 Marks
sodium metal.

Q104. Explain why, aluminium is a highly reactive metal, still it is used to make utensils for cooking. 3 Marks

Q105. What are noble gases? What is the characteristic of the electronic configuration of noble gases? 3 Marks

Q106. Describe how sodium and chlorine atoms are changed into ions when they react with each other to 3 Marks
form sodium chloride, NaCl. What is the name given to this type of bonding? (At. No of sodium = 11; At.
No. of chlorine = 17)

Q107. A solution of CuSO4 was kept in an iron pot. After few days, the iron pot was found to have a number of 3 Marks
holes in it. Explain the reason in terms of reactivity. Write the equation of the reaction involved.

Q108. How does the method used for extracting a metal from its ore depend on the metal’s position in the 3 Marks
reactivity series? Explain with examples.

Q109. Will carbon monoxide (CO) change the colour of blue litmus? 3 Marks

Q110. How is copper extracted from its sulphide ore (copper glance), Cu2S? Explain with equations of the 3 Marks
reactions involved.

Q111. Explain giving one example, how highly reactive metals (which are high up in the reactivity series) are 3 Marks
extracted.

Q112. A metal A, which is used in thermite process, when heated with oxygen gives an oxide B, which is 3 Marks
amphoteric in nature. Identify A and B. Write down the reactions of oxide B with HCl and NaOH.

Q113. Metals are said to be shiny. Why do metals generally appear to be dull ? How can their brightness be 3 Marks
restored?
Q114. Of the three metals X, Y and Z. X reacts with cold water, Y with hot water and Z with steam only. Identify 3 Marks
X, Y and Z and also arrange them in order of increasing reactivity.

Q115. How do metals reacts with dilute acids? Explain with the help of an example. 3 Marks

Q116. The electronic configurations of three elements A, B and C are as follows: 3 Marks
A 2, 8, 1
B 2, 8, 7
C 2, 4
1. Which of these elements is a metal?
2. Which of these elements are non-metals?
3. Which two elements will combine to form an ionic bond?
4. Which two elements will combine to form a covalent bond?
5. Which element will form an anion of valency 1?

Q117. Generally, when metals are treated with mineral acids, hydrogen gas is liberated but when metals 3 Marks
(except Mn and Mg), treated with HNO3, hydrogen is not liberated, why?

Q118. Two ores A and B were taken. On heating ore A gives CO2 whereas, ore B gives SO2. What steps will you 3 Marks
take to convert them into metals?

Q119. Explain the meanings of malleable and ductile. 3 Marks

Q120. Suppose you have to extract metal M from its enriched sulphide ore. If M is in the middle of the 3 Marks
reactivity series, write various steps used in extracting this metal.

Q121. You must have seen tarnished copper vessels being cleaned with lemon or tamarind juice. Explain why 3 Marks
these sour substances are effective in cleaning the vessels.

Q122. Differentiate between metal and non-metal on the basis of their chemical properties. 3 Marks

Q123. What is the nature of zinc oxide? 3 Marks

Q124. Define the terms: 3 Marks

1. mineral.
2. ore.
3. gangue.

Q125. Explain giving equation, what happens when: 3 Marks

1. ZnCO3 is heated in the absence of air?
2. A mixture of CU2O and CU2S is heated?

Q126. 1. Write the electron-dot structures for sodium, oxygen and magnesium. 3 Marks
2. Show the formation of Na2O and MgO by the transfer of electrons.
3. What are the ions present in these compounds?

Q127. How is manganese extracted from manganese dioxide, MnO2? Explain with the help of an equation. 3 Marks

Q128. Using electron-dot diagrams which show only the outermost shell electrons, show how a molecule of 3 Marks
nitrogen, N, is formed from two nitrogen atoms. What name is given to this type of bonding? (Atomic
number of nitrogen is 7)

Q129. What is electroplating? 3 Marks

Q130. 1. What are amphoteric oxides? Choose the amphoteric oxides from amongst the following oxides: 3 Marks
Na2 O, ZnO, Al O3 , CO2 , H2 O
2

2. Why is it that non-metals do not displace hydrogen from dilute acids?

Q131. A zinc plate was kept in a glass container having CuSO4 solution. On examining it was found that the 3 Marks
blue colour of the solution is getting lighter and lighter. After a few days, when the zinc plate was taken
out of the solution, a number of small holes were noticed in it. State the reason and give chemical
equation of the reaction involved.

Q132. A metal ‘X’ loses two electrons and a non-metal ‘Y’ gains one electron. Show the electron dot structure 3 Marks
of compound formed between them. Is it ionic or covalent? Does it have high melting point or low? Will
it conduct electricity in solid state or in aqueous solution and why? Will it be soluble in water?

Q133. Define the following terms. 3 Marks

1. Mineral
2. Ore
3. Gangue

Q134. Write the equations for the reactions of: 3 Marks

1. Iron with steam.
2. Calcium with water.
3. Potassium with water.

Q135. How are the properties of an alloy different from those of the constitutent elements? 3 Marks

Q136. What is a thermite reaction? Explain with the help of an equation. State one use of this reaction. 3 Marks

Q137. Zn is more electropositive than Fe. Therefore, it should get corroded faster than Fe. But it does not 3 Marks
happen. Instead, it is used to galvanize iron. Explain why does it happen so?

Q138. An ore, on heating in air, give Sulphur dioxide gas. Name the method in each metallurgical step that will 3 Marks
be required to extract this metal from its ore.

Q139. Give the reaction involved during extraction of zinc from its ore by. 2 Marks
1. Roasting of zinc ore.
2. Calcination of zinc ore.

Q140. An element X of atomic number 12 combines with an element Y of atomic number 17 to form a 2 Marks
compound XY2. State the nature of chemical bond in XY2 and show how the electron configurations of X
and Y change in the formation of this compound.

Q141. Name the elements which are resistant to corrosion. 2 Marks

Q142. What is meant by the reactivity series of metals? Arrange the following metals in an increasing order of 2 Marks
their reactivities towards water:
Zinc, Iron, Magnesium, Sodium

Q143. What happens when. 2 Marks

1. ZnCO3 is heated in the absence of oxygen?
2. A mixture of Cu2O and Cu2S is heated?

Q144. To avoid accidental fires, some metals are kept immersed in kerosene oil. Why? 2 Marks

Q145. Explain why, ionic compounds conduct electricity in solution whereas covalent compounds do not 2 Marks
conduct electricity.

Q146. Show the formation of magnesium chloride from magnesium and chlorine by the transfer of electrons. 2 Marks

Q147. How is it that ionic compounds in the solid state do not conduct electricity but they do so when in 2 Marks
molten state?
Q148. What happens when calcium reacts with water? Write the chemical equation of the reaction of calcium
with water. 2 Marks

Q149. Write the product by giving balanced chemical equation. 2 Marks

When phosphorus reacts with conc. nitric acid.

Q150. Do non-metals possess lustre? Give two exceptions of this property of non-metal. 2 Marks

Q151. Why do ionic compounds have high melting points? 2 Marks

Q152. How are the less reactive metals (which are quite low in the reactivity series) extracted? 2 Marks
Explain with the help of an example.

Q153. Explain why: 2 Marks

Ionic compounds have generally high melting points.

Q154. Water helps in separation of oppositely charged ions from their ionic compound. Give reason. 2 Marks

Q155. How is aluminium metal extracted? Explain with the help of an equation. 2 Marks

Q156. An alkali metal A gives a compound B (molecular mass = 40) on reacting with water. The compound B 2 Marks
gives a soluble compound C on treatment with aluminium oxide. Identify A, B and C and give the
reaction involved.

Q157. Write the product by giving balanced chemical equation. 2 Marks

When phosphorus reacts with conc. sulphuric acid.

Q158. How is sodium metal extracted? Explain with the help of equation of the reaction involved. 2 Marks

Q159. Give reasons: 2 Marks

Carbonate and sulphide ores are usually converted into oxides during the process of extraction.

Q160. Give the formulae of the compounds that would be formed by the combination of the following pairs of 2 Marks
elements:
1. Mg and N2
2. Li and O2
3. Al and Cl2
4. K and H

Q161. Explain why: 2 Marks

Covalent compounds have generally low melting points.

Q162. Which gas is produced when dilute hydrochloric acid is added to a reactive metal? Write the chemical 2 Marks
reaction when iron reacts with dilute H2SO4.

Q163. An element A has 4 valence electrons in its atom whereas element B has only one valence electron in 2 Marks
its atom. The compound formed by A and B does not conduct electricity. What is the nature of chemical
bond in the compound formed? Give its electron-dot structure.

Q164. A copper plate was dipped in AgNO3 After certain time, silver from the solution was deposited on the 2 Marks
copper plate. State the reason why it happened. Give the chemical equation of the reaction involved.

Q165. What are the constituents of solder alloy? Which property of solder makes it suitable for welding 2 Marks
electrical wires?

Q166. Hydrogen is not a metal but still it has been assigned a place in the reactivity series of metals. Why? 2 Marks

Q167. Draw the electron-dot structures of the following compound: 2 Marks

 1. KCl
2. CaO

Q168. In the electrolytic refining of a metal M, what would you take as the anode, the cathode and the 2 Marks
electrolyte?

Q169. Give reason for the following: 2 Marks

1. Aluminium oxide is considered as an amphoteric oxide.
2. Ionic compounds conduct electricity in molten state.

Q170. What type of oxides are formed when non-metals react with oxygen? Explain with an example. 2 Marks

Q171. What is a covalent bond? What type of bond exists in (i) CCl4, and (ii) CaCl2? 2 Marks

Q172. Give two examples each of the metals that are good conductors and poor conductors of heat 2 Marks
respectively.

Q173. The atomic number of an element Y is 16. 2 Marks

1. What must an atom of Y do to achieve the nearest inert gas electron arrangement?
2. Which inert gas is nearest to Y?

Q174. Why are the metals like Na, K, Ca and Mg never found in their free state in nature? 2 Marks

Q175. Show on a diagram the transfer of electrons between the atoms in the formation of MgO. 2 Marks

Q176. You can buy solid air-freshners in shops. Do you think these substances are ionic or covalent? 2 Marks
Why?

Q177. How do non-metals react with hydrogen? Explain with an example. 2 Marks

Q178. What is galvanization? Name the element used in the process. 2 Marks

Q179. In three test tubes A, B, and C, three different liquids namely, distilled water, underground water and 2 Marks
distilled water in which a pinch of calcium sulphate is dissolved, respectively are taken. Equal amount of
soap solution is added to each test tube and the contents are shaken. In which test tube will the length
of the foam (lather) be longest? Justify your answer.

Q180. In an electrolytic tank, aluminium metal is being extracted by the electrolysis of molten aluminium 2 Marks
oxide using carbon electrodes. It is observed that one of the carbon electrodes is gradually burnt away
and has to be replaced.
1. Which carbon electrode (cathode or anode) is burnt away?
2. Why is this carbon electrode burnt away?

Q181. Name the reagent which is able to dissolve gold and platinum. 2 Marks

Q182. Which of the following reactions will not occur? Why not? 2 Marks
1. MgSO 4
(aq) + Cu(s) −→ CuSO4 (aq) + Mg(s)

2. CuSO (aq) + Fe(s) −→ FeSO (aq) + Cu(s)

4 4

3. MgSO (aq) + Fe(s) −→ FeSO (aq) + Mg(s)

4 4

Q183. What is meant by ‘anodising’? Why is it done? 2 Marks

Q184. What is the special quality of iron pillar near Qutub Minar? 2 Marks

Q185. A student is observing the temporary mount of a leaf peel under a microscope. Draw labelled diagram 2 Marks
of the structure of stomata as seen under the microscope.

Q186. State a difference between a mineral an ore? 2 Marks

Q187. What is deposited at the cathode, a pure or impure metal? 2 Marks

Q188. What type of oxides are formed when metals combine with oxygen? Explain with the help of an 2 Marks
example.

Q189. Why Al metal cannot be obtained by the reduction of Al2O3 with coke? Explain. 2 Marks

Q190. Explain why, the galvanised iron article is protected against rusting even if the zinc layer is broken. 2 Marks

Q191. Show the electronic transfer in the formation of MgCl2, from its elements. 2 Marks

Q192. What is the nature of the oxide Na2O? What happens when it is dissolved in water ? Write the chemical 2 Marks
equation of the reaction inolved.

Q193. Name two metals which will displace hydrogen from dilute acids, and two metals which will not. 2 Marks

Q194. What is an ionic bond? What type of bond is present in oxygen molecule? 2 Marks

Q195. Which of the following elements would yield: 2 Marks

1. An acidic oxide.
2. A basic oxide.
3. A neutral oxide.
Na, S, C, K, H

Q196. Silver metal does not combine easily with oxygen but silver jewellery tarnishes after some time. How? 2 Marks

Q197. What is meant by corrosion? Name any two methods used for the prevention of corrosion. 2 Marks

Q198. Which one of the methods given in column I is applied for the extraction of each of the metals given in 2 Marks
column II:
Column I Column II
Electrolytic reduction. Aluminium.
Reduction with Carbon. Zinc.
Reduction with Aluminium. Sodium.
Iron.
Manganese.
Tin.

Q199. Give an example of a non-metal which is: 2 Marks

1. Hardest known substance.
2. A good conductor of heat and electricity.

Q200. Explain why, metals usually do not liberate hydrogen gas with dilute nitric acid. 2 Marks

Q201. Why has sodium chloride a high melting point? 2 Marks

Q202. An element X is soft and can be cut with a knife easily. This is very reactive with air and cannot be kept 2 Marks
open with air. It reacts vigorously with water. Name the element X.

Q203. Giving one example each, state what are (i) ionic compounds, and (ii) covalent compounds. 2 Marks

Q204. What are metalloids? 2 Marks

Q205. Why are aqueous solutions of ionic compounds able to conduct electricity? 2 Marks

Q206. Draw a labelled diagram in proper sequence to show budding in hydra. 2 Marks
Q207. What is meant by 22 carat gold? Name the metals which are usually alloyed with gold to make it harder. 2 Marks

Q208. Which of the following are refined by electrolytic for magnesium meta refining? 1 Mark
1. Zn
2. Cu
3. AI
4. Na
1. (i) and (ii)
2. (ii), (iii) and (iv)
3. (i), (ii) and (iv)
4. (i), (ii) and (iii)

Q209. Alloys are homogeneous mixtures of a metal with a metal or non-metal. Which among the following 1 Mark
alloys contain non-metal as one of its constituents?
1. Brass.
2. Bronze.
3. Amalgam.
4. Steel.

Q210. 1. The atomic number of sodium is 11. What is the number of electrons in Na+? 1 Mark
2. The atomic number of chlorine is 17. What is the number of electrons in Cl-?

Q211. What type of bonds are present in methane (CH4) and sodium chloride (NaCl)? 1 Mark

Q212. Silver articles become black on prolonged exposure to air. This due to the formation of ___________. 1 Mark

Q213. Why are ionic compounds usually hard? 1 Mark

Q214. Name two metals which can displace hydrogen from dilute acids. 1 Mark

Q215. The least reactive metal among the following is: 1 Mark
1. Sodium.
2. Silver.
3. Copper.
4. Lead.

Q216. A student puts one big iron nail each in four test tubes containing solutions of zinc sulphate, aluminium 1 Mark
sulphate, copper sulphate and iron sulphate. A reddish brown coating was observed only on the surface
of iron nail which was put in the solution of:
1. Zinc sulphate.
2. Iron sulphate.
3. Copper sulphate.
4. Aluminium sulphate.

Q217. Define brittleness. 1 Mark

1. Tendency to break when force is applied.
2. Tendency to roll into rods.
3. Tendency to become soft on heating.
4. None of above.

Q218. What do we call those particles which have more or less electrons than the normal atoms? 1 Mark

Q219. A metal is soluble in aqua regia ____________ but insoluble in conc. HNO3. 1 Mark

Q220. Fill in the blanks in the following sentence: 1 Mark

Melting points and boiling points of ionic compounds are generally _______ than those of covalent
compounds.
Q221. Name the cation and anion present in MgCl2. Also write their symbols. 1 Mark

Q222. Hydrogen gas is not widely used as a reducing agent because: 1 Mark
1. Hydrogen decomposes to atomic hydrogen at higher temperature.
2. Risk of explosion with water.
3. Hydrogen isomerises to ortho hydrogen at higher temperature.
4. Many metals form hydrides at lower temperatures.

Q223. State whether the following statement is true or false : 1 Mark

Non-metals react with dilute acids to produce a gas which burns with a ‘pop’ sound.

Q224. For two statements are given-one labelled Assertion (A) and the other labelled Reason (R). Select the 1 Mark
correct answer to these questions from the codes (a), (b), (c) and (d) as given below:
1. Both A and R are true, and R is correct explanation of the assertion.
2. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
3. A is true, but R is false.
4. A is false, but R is true.
Assertion: The arrangement of metals in order of decreasing reactivities is called reactivity series.
Reason: Metals at the top of series are very reactive and metals at the bottom are least reactive.

Q225. An element A is soft and can be cut with a knife. This is very reactive to air and cannot be kept open in 1 Mark
air. It reacts vigorously with water. Identify the element from the following.
1. Mg
2. Na
3. P
4. Ca

Q226. Non - metals are: 1 Mark

1. Soft
2. Hard
3. Brittle
4. All of above

Q227. Which one of the following four metals would be displaced from the solution of its salts by other three 1 Mark
metals?
1. Mg
2. Ag
3. Zn
4. Cu

Q228. Name a non-metal having lustre (shining surface). 1 Mark

Q229. Which gas is produced when dilute hydrochloric acid is added to a reactive metal? 1 Mark

Q230. Name the metal which is used in making thermometers. 1 Mark

Q231. Name the non-metal which is used: 1 Mark

To convert vegetable oil into vegetable ghee(solid fat).

Q232. What is meant by “brittleness”? Which type of elements usually show brittleness : metals or non- 1 Mark
metals?

Q233. The molecules having triple bond in them are: 1 Mark

1. Oxygen and ethyne.
2. Carbon dioxide and ammonia.
3. Methane and ethene.
4. Nitrogen and ethyne.
Q234. The elements whose oxides can turn phenolphthalein solution pink are:
1. Na and K. 1 Mark
2. K and C.
3. Na and S.
4. K and P.

Q235. Why are covalent compounds generally poor conductors of electricity? 1 Mark

Q236. Fill in the following blanks with suitable words: 1 Mark

_________ and ________ are necessary for the rusting of iron.

Q237. Name one metal which is stored in kerosene oil. 1 Mark

Q238. An alloy is: 1 Mark

1. An element.
2. A compound.
3. A homogeneous mixture.
4. A heterogeneous mixture.

Q239. State whether magnesium chloride will conduct electricity or not. Give reason for your answer. 1 Mark

Q240. An element reacts with oxygen to give a compound with a high melting point. This compound is also 1 Mark
soluble in water. The element is likely to be:
1. Calcium
2. Carbon
3. Silicon
4. Iron.

Q241. Which of the following metals are extracted by the electrolysis of their molten chlorides? 1 Mark
1. Na and Hg.
2. Hg and Mg.
3. Na and Mg.
4. Cu and Fe.

Q242. An electrolytic cell consists of: 1 Mark

1. positively charged cathode
2. negatively charged anode
3. positively charged anode
4. negatively charged cathode
1. ​(i) and (ii)
2. (iii) and (iv)
3. (i) and (iii)
4. (ii) and (iv)

Q243. Why are metals called electropositive elements whereas non-metals are called electronegative 1 Mark
elements?

Q244. In an ionic compound, cations and anions are held together by: 1 Mark
1. Gravitational forces.
2. Electrostatic forces.
3. Magnetic forces.
4. Frictional forces.

Q245. Which one of the following metals do not react with cold as well as hot water? 1 Mark
1. Na.
2. Ca.
3. Mg.
4. Fe.
Q246. Fill in the following blanks with suitable words: 1 Mark
The process of depositing a thin layer of zinc on iron articles is called ________.

Q247. A metal M has electronic configuration 2, 8, 3 and occurs in earth's crust and its oxide M2O3. It is more 1 Mark
reactive than zinc. Which of the following options (s) is/are correct?
1. The metal M is iron.
2. The metal M is lead.
3. The ore from which metal M is extracted in haematite.
4. The ore from which metal M is extracted is bauxite.

Q248. One of the following compounds is not ionic in nature. This compound is: 1 Mark
1. Lithium chloride.
2. Ammonium chloride.
3. Calcium chloride.
4. Carbon tetrachloride.

Q249. Give reasons: 1 Mark

Platinum, gold and silver are used to make jewellery.

Q250. Name the metal which is used for galvanising iron. 1 Mark

Q251. What is an ion? 1 Mark

Q252. For two statements are given-one labelled Assertion (A) and the other labelled Reason (R). Select the 1 Mark
correct answer to these questions from the codes (a), (b), (c) and (d) as given below:
1. Both A and R are true, and R is correct explanation of the assertion.
2. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
3. A is true, but R is false.
4. A is false, but R is true.
Assertion: Copper displaces silver from silver nitrate solution.
Reason: Copper is more reactive than silver.

Q253. Which of the following alloys contains a non-metal as one of the constituents? 1 Mark
1. Brass.
2. Amalgam.
3. Steel.
4. Bronze.

Q254. The metal which can be extracted from the bauxite ore is: 1 Mark
1. Na
2. Mn
3. Al
4. Hg

Q255. The articles made of silver metal become dark on prolonged exposure to air. This is due to the 1 Mark
formation of a layer of its:
1. Oxide.
2. Hydride.
3. Sulphide.
4. Carbonate.

Q256. All ores contain minerals. [True/ False] 1 Mark

Q257. Which property of ‘solder’ alloy makes it suitable for welding electrical wires? 1 Mark

Q258. The atomic number of an element Y is 17. The number of electrons in its ion Y− will be: 1 Mark
1. 17
2. 18
 3. 19
4. 20

Q259. What is meant by galvanisation? Why is it done? 1 Mark

Q260. The colours of aqueous solution of CuSO and FeSO as observed in the laboratory are:
4 4 1 Mark
1. Pale green and light blue respectively.
2. Light blue and dark green respectively.
3. Dark blue and dark green respectively.
4. Dark blue and pale green respectively.

Q261. The aqueous solutions of copper sulphate and zinc sulphate appear: 1 Mark
1. Blue and green respectively.
2. Green and colourless respectively.
3. Blue and brown respectively.
4. Blue and colourless respectively.

Q262. The composition of aqua-regia is: 1 Mark

1. Dil.HCl : Conc. HNO3
3:1
2. Conc.HCl : Dil. HNO3
3:1
3. Conc.HCl : Conc.HNO3
3:1
4. Dil.HCl : Dil.HNO3
3:1

Q263. Which one of the following properties is not generally exhibited by ionic compounds? 1 Mark
1. Solubility in water.
2. Electrical conductivity in solid state.
3. High melting and boiling points.
4. Electrical conductivity in molten state.

Q264. Reaction between X and Y, forms compound Z. X loses electron and Y gains electron. Which of the 1 Mark
following properties is not shown by Z?
1. Has high melting point.
2. Has low melting point.
3. Conducts electricity in molten state.
4. Occurs as solid.

Q265. If copper is kept exposed to damp air for a considerable time, it gets a green coating on its surface. This 1 Mark
is due to the formation of:
1. Hydrated copper sulphate.
2. Copper oxide.
3. Basic copper carbonate.
4. Copper nitrate.

Q266. Activity series of metals is a series in which metals are arranged according to their: 1 Mark
1. Malleability
2. Reactivity
3. Conductivity
4. Ductility

Q267. Name two metals which form amphoteric oxides. 1 Mark

Q268. Which of the following non-metals is a liquid? 1 Mark

1. Carbon.
2. Bromine.
3. Phosphorus.
 4. Sulphur.

Q269. Name a metal which is so soft that it can be cut with a knife. 1 Mark

Q270. Give the names and formulae of (a) two acidic oxides, and (b) two basic oxides. 1 Mark

Q271. Which among the following statements is incorrect for magnesium metal? 1 Mark
1. It burns in oxygen with a dazzling white flame.
2. It reacts with cold water to form magnesium oxide and evolves hydrogen gas.
3. It reacts with hot water to form magnesium hydroxide and evolves hydrogen gas.
4. It reacts with steam to form magnesium hydroxide and evolves hydrogen gas.

Q272. Name one metal each which is extracted by: 1 Mark

1. Reduction with carbon.
2. Electrolytic reduction.
3. Reduction with aluminium.
4. Reduction with heat alone.

Q273. Name two metals which are always found in combined state. 1 Mark

Q274. Name two metals which can, however, liberate hydrogen gas from very dilute nitric acid. 1 Mark

Q275. Which among the following statements is incorrect for magnesium metal? 1 Mark
1. It burns in oxygen with a dazzling white flame.
2. It reacts with cold water to form magnesium oxide and evolves hydrogen gas.
3. It reacts with hot water to form magnesium hydroxide and evolves hydrogen gas.
4. It reacts with steam to form magnesium hydroxide and evolves hydrogen gas.

Q276. Alloys are homogeneous mixtures of a metal with a metal or nonmetal. Which among the following 1 Mark
alloys contain non-metal as one of its constituents?
1. Brass.
2. Bronze.
3. Amalgam.
4. Steel.

Q277. For two statements are given-one labelled Assertion (A) and the other labelled Reason (R). Select the 1 Mark
correct answer to these questions from the codes (a), (b), (c) and (d) as given below:
1. Both A and R are true, and R is correct explanation of the assertion.
2. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
3. A is true, but R is false.
4. A is false, but R is true.
Assertion: Metals in general have very high melting and boiling points.
Reason: Metals have the strongest chemical bonds, which are metallic in nature.

Q278. Which of the following are not ionic compounds? 1 Mark

1. KCl
2. HCl
3. CCl4
4. NaCl
1. 1 and 2
2. 2 and 3
3. 3 and 4
4. 1 and 3

Q279. To show that zinc is a more active metal than copper, the correct procedure is to: 1 Mark
1. Add dilute nitric acid on strips of both the metals.
2. Observe transmission of heat through strips of zinc and copper.
3. Prepare solution of zinc sulphate and hang strip of copper into it.
 4. Prepare e solution of copper sulphate and hang strip of zinc into it.

Q280. For two statements are given-one labelled Assertion (A) and the other labelled Reason (R). Select the 1 Mark
correct answer to these questions from the codes (a), (b), (c) and (d) as given below:
1. Both A and R are true, and R is correct explanation of the assertion.
2. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
3. A is true, but R is false.
4. A is false, but R is true.
Assertion: Gold occurs in native state.
Reason: Gold is a reactive metal.

Q281. Electrical wires have a coating of an insulting material. The material, generally used is: 1 Mark
1. Sulphur.
2. Graphite.
3. PVC.
4. All can be used.

Q282. Solutions of copper sulphate, iron sulphate and zinc sulphate are prepared and marked I, II and III 1 Mark
respectively. Few pieces of aluminium are added to each solutions. After some time a change will be
observed in
1. I and II
2. II and III
3. III and I
4. All the three

Q283. An acidic oxide is produced by the element: 1 Mark

1. Na
2. C
3. Ca
4. H

Q284. For two statements are given-one labelled Assertion (A) and the other labelled Reason (R). Select the 1 Mark
correct answer to these questions from the codes (a), (b), (c) and (d) as given below:
1. Both A and R are true, and R is correct explanation of the assertion.
2. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
3. A is true, but R is false.
4. A is false, but R is true.
Assertion: Non-metals are electronegative in nature.
Reason: They have tendency to lose electrons.

Q285. An element reacts with oxygen to give a compound with a high melting point. This compound is also 1 Mark
soluble in water. The element is likely to be:
1. Calcium.
2. Carbon.
3. Silicon.
4. Iron.

Q286. For two statements are given-one labelled Assertion (A) and the other labelled Reason (R). Select the 1 Mark
correct answer to these questions from the codes (a), (b), (c) and (d) as given below:
1. Both A and R are true, and R is correct explanation of the assertion.
2. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
3. A is true, but R is false.
4. A is false, but R is true.
Assertion: Metals generally act as reducing agents.
Reason: The reducing character is expressed in terms of electron releasing tendency.

Q287. Manganese metal is extracted from manganese dioxide by a reduction process by making use of: 1 Mark
1. Carbon.
2. Hydrogen.
 3. Electrolysis.
4. Aluminium.

Q288. What happens when calcium is treated with water? 1 Mark

1. It does not react with water.
2. It reacts violently with water.
3. It reacts less violently with water.
4. Bubbles of hydrogen gas formed stick to the surface of calcium.
1. 1 and 4
2. 2 and 3
3. 1 and 2
4. 3 and 4

Q289. Generally, non-metals are not conductors of electricity. Which of the following is a good conductor of 1 Mark
electricity?
1. Diamond.
2. Graphite.
3. Sulphur.
4. Fullerene.

Q290. A metal less reactive and another metal more reactive than hydrogen are: 1 Mark
1. Aaluminium and lead.
2. Iron and magnesium.
3. Copper and tin.
4. Copper and mercury.

Q291. You are given a solution of AgNO3. Which of the following do you think cannot displace Ag from 1 Mark
AgNO3 solution?
1. Magnesium.
2. Zinc.
3. Gold.
4. Copper.

Q292. During the refining of an impure metal by electrolysis, the pure metal is a deposited: 1 Mark
1. At cathode.
2. On the walls of electrolytic tank.
3. At anode.
4. At the bottom of electrolytic tank.

Q293. Aluminium is used for making cooking utensils. Which of the following properties of aluminium are 1 Mark
responsible for the same?
1. Good thermal conductivity.
2. Good electrical conductivity.
3. Ductility.
4. High melting point.
1. 1 and 2
2. 1 and 3
3. 2 and 3
4. 1 and 4

Q294. What happens when calcium is treated with water? 1 Mark

1. It does not react with water.
2. It reacts violently with water.
3. It reacts less violently with water.
4. Bubbles of hydrogen gas formed stick to the surface of calcium.
1. (i) and (iv)
2. (ii) and (iii)
3. (i) and (ii)
4. (iii) and (iv)
Q295. The ability of metals to be drawn into thin wire is known as: 1 Mark
1. Ductility.
2. Malleability.
3. Sonorousity.
4. Conductivity.

Q296. For two statements are given-one labelled Assertion (A) and the other labelled Reason (R). Select the 1 Mark
correct answer to these questions from the codes (a), (b), (c) and (d) as given below:
1. Both A and R are true, and R is correct explanation of the assertion.
2. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
3. A is true, but R is false.
4. A is false, but R is true.
Assertion: Iron is the most widely used metal. But it is never used in its pure state.
Reason: Pure iron is very soft and stretches easily when hot.

Q297. From amongst the metals sodium, calcium, aluminium, copper and magnesium, name the metal: 1 Mark
1. Which reacts with water only on boiling.
2. Another which does not react even with steam.

Q298. Which of the following pair of reactants can undergo a displacement reaction under appropriate 1 Mark
conditions?
1. MgSO4 + Fe.
2. ZnSO4 + Fe.
3. MgSO4 + Pb.
4. CuSO4 + Fe.

Q299. The atomic number of an element X is 16. The symbol of ion formed by an atom of this element will be: 1 Mark
1. X2+
2. X3+
3. X2−
4. X−

Q300. For two statements are given-one labelled Assertion (A) and the other labelled Reason (R). Select the 1 Mark
correct answer to these questions from the codes (a), (b), (c) and (d) as given below:
1. Both A and R are true, and R is correct explanation of the assertion.
2. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
3. A is true, but R is false.
4. A is false, but R is true.
Assertion: Different metals have different reactivities with water and dilute acids.
Reason: Reactivity of a metal depends on its position in the reactivity series.

Q301. For two statements are given-one labelled Assertion (A) and the other labelled Reason (R). Select the 1 Mark
correct answer to these questions from the codes (a), (b), (c) and (d) as given below:
1. Both A and R are true, and R is correct explanation of the assertion.
2. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
3. A is true, but R is false.
4. A is false, but R is true.
Assertion: The property of beating a metal into sheets is called ductility.
Reason: Gold and silver are most malleable metals.

Q302. A student prepared an aqueous solution of CuSO in beaker X and an aqueous solution of FeSO in
4 4 1 Mark
beaker Y. He then dropped some iron pieces m beaker X and some zinc pieces in beaker Y. After about
10 hours he observed that the solutions in X and Y respectively appear:
1. Blue and green.
2. Colourless and pale green.
3. Colourless and light blue.
4. Greenish and colourless.
Q303. An electrolytic cell consists of:
1. Positively charged cathode. 1 Mark
2. Negatively charged anode.
3. Positively charged anode.
4. Negatively charged cathode.
1. 1 and 2
2. 3 and 4
3. 1 and 3
4. 2 and 4

Q304. The atomic numbers of four elements P, Q, R and S are 6, 10, 12 and 17 respectively. Which two 1 Mark
elements can combine to form a covalent compound?
1. P and R
2. Q and S
3. P and S
4. R and S

Q305. The ability of metals to be drawn into thin wire is known as: 1 Mark
1. Ductility.
2. Malleability.
3. Sonorousity.
4. Conductivity.

Q306. For two statements are given-one labelled Assertion (A) and the other labelled Reason (R). Select the 1 Mark
correct answer to these questions from the codes (a), (b), (c) and (d) as given below:
1. Both A and R are true, and R is correct explanation of the assertion.
2. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
3. A is true, but R is false.
4. A is false, but R is true.
Assertion: Aluminum oxide and zinc oxide are acidic in nature.
Reason: Amphoteric nature means that substances have both acidic and basic character.

Q307. A cleaned aluminium foil was placed in an aqueous solution of zinc sulphate. When the aluminium foil 1 Mark
was taken out of the zinc sulphate solution after 15 minutes, its surface was found to be coated with a
silvery grey deposit. From the above observation it can be concluded that
1. Aluminium is more reactive than zinc.
2. Zinc is more reactive than aluminium.
3. Zinc and aluminium both are equally reactive.
4. Zinc and aluminium both are non-reactive.

Q308. In the following questions, a statement of Assertion is given by the corresponding statement of Reason. 1 Mark
Of the statements, mark the correct answer as.
1. If both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
2. If both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
3. If Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
4. If Assertion is false, but Reason is true.
5. Both Assertion and Reason are false.
Assertion: When lead vessel is kept in a solution of ZnSO4, lead will remain unaffected.
Reason: Lead is more electropositive than zinc.

Q309. Which of the following is an iron ore? 1 Mark

1. Cinnabar.
2. Calamine.
3. Haematite.
4. Rock salt.

Q310. In each test tubes A, B, C and D, 2mL of solution of Al2(SO4), in water was filled. Clean pieces of zinc 1 Mark
were placed in test tube A, clean iron nail was put in test tube B, silver (Ag) was placed in test tube C
and a clean copper wire was placed in test tube D.
 Which of the following option (s) is/are correct about above experiment?
1. Zinc is more reactive than aluminium.
2. Copper is more reactive than aluminium.
3. Zinc is more reactive than copper.
4. Zinc, iron, silver and copper are less reactive than aluminium.

Q311. The two metals which are extracted by means of electrolytic reduction of their molten salts are: 1 Mark
1. Magnesium and manganese.
2. Iron and aluminium.
3. Zinc and magnesium.
4. Magnesium and aluminium.

Q312. For two statements are given-one labelled Assertion (A) and the other labelled Reason (R). Select the 1 Mark
correct answer to these questions from the codes (a), (b), (c) and (d) as given below:
1. Both A and R are true, and R is correct explanation of the assertion.
2. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
3. A is true, but R is false.
4. A is false, but R is true.
Assertion: The reaction of calcium with water is less violent in comparison to that of sodium.
Reason: The heat evolved is not sufficient for the hydrogen to catch fire.

Q313. The solution of one of the following compounds will not conduct electricity. This compounds is: 1 Mark
1. NaCl
2. CCl4
3. MgCl2
4. CaCl2

Q314. Non-metals react with hydrogen to form ___________ hydrides. 1 Mark

Q315. An element X forms two oxides XO and XO2. The oxide XO is neutral but XO2 is acidic in nature. The 1 Mark
element X is most likely to be:
1. Sulphur.
2. Carbon.
3. Calcium.
4. Hydrogen.

Q316. Give reason why copper is used to make hot water tanks but steel (an alloy of iron) is not. 1 Mark

Q317. Which one of the following property is generally not exhibited by ionic compounds? 1 Mark
1. Solubility in water.
2. Electrical conductivity in solid state.
3. High melting and boiling points.
4. Electrical conductivity in molten state.

Q318. The most abundant element in the earth crust is: 1 Mark
1. Silicon.
2. Oxygen.
3. Iron.
4. Aluminium.

Q319. What type of bonds are present in the following molecules? Draw their electron-dot structures. 1 Mark
1. H2
2. CH4
3. Cl2
4. O2

Q320. The major ore of aluminium is known as: 1 Mark

1. Cinnabar.
2. Calamine.
 3. Bauxite.
4. Pyrolusite.

Q321. What is an amalgam? 1 Mark

Q322. Which property of graphite is utilised in making electrodes? 1 Mark

Q323. Which of the following non-metals is a liquid? 1 Mark

1. Carbon.
2. Bromine.
3. Phosphorus.
4. Sulphur.

Q324. Name another metal oxide which behaves like aluminium oxide. 1 Mark

Q325. Zinc oxide is a metal oxide. Which of the following term best describes the nature of zinc oxide: 1 Mark
1. An acidic oxide.
2. A basic oxide.
3. An amphoteric oxide.
4. A neutral oxide.

Q326. Name two metals which are both malleable and ductile. 1 Mark

Q327. The electronic configurations of three elements X, Y and Z are X — 2, 8; Y — 2, 8, 7 and Z — 2, 8, 2. 1 Mark
Which of the following is correct?
1. X is a metal.
2. Y is a metal.
3. Z is a non-metal.
4. Y is a non-metal and Z is a metal.

Q328. What will happen if a strip of zinc is immersed in a solution of copper sulphate? 1 Mark

Q329. Name two metals which are highly resistant to corrosion. 1 Mark

Q330. State three reasons (of which at least one must be chemical) for believing that sulphur is a non-metal. 1 Mark

Q331. Choose the acidic oxides, basic oxides and neutral oxides from the following: 1 Mark
Na2O; CO2; CO; SO2; MgO ; N2O ; H2O.

Q332. Which of the following has a triple bond as well as single bonds? 1 Mark
1. Ethene.
2. Methane.
3. Ethyne.
4. Nitrogen.

Q333. Which of the following elements is a metal? 1 Mark

7 3 10
X, Y, Z
3 1 9

Q334. An alloy is: 1 Mark

1. An element.
2. A compound.
3. A homogeneous mixture.
4. A heterogeneous mixture.

Q335. On the basis of the sequence of the given reactions identify the most and least reactive elements: 1 Mark
X + YA → XA + Y ...(i)
X + YB → XB + Y ...(ii)
Z + XA → ZA + X
 1. X and Z
2. Y and Z
3. Z and X
4. Z and Y

Q336. The elements whose oxides can turn litmus solution red are: 1 Mark
1. Lithium and sodium.
2. Copper and potassium.
3. Carbon and hydrogen.
4. Phosphorus and sulphur.

Q337. Which of the following property is generally not shown by metals? 1 Mark
1. Electrical conduction.
2. Sonorous in nature.
3. Dullness.
4. Ductility.

Q338. Which of the following metals exist in their native state in nature? 1 Mark
1. Cu
2. Au
3. Zn
4. Ag
1. 1 and 2
2. 2 and 3
3. 2 and 4
4. 3 and 4

Q339. For two statements are given-one labelled Assertion (A) and the other labelled Reason (R). Select the 1 Mark
correct answer to these questions from the codes (a), (b), (c) and (d) as given below:
1. Both A and R are true, and R is correct explanation of the assertion.
2. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
3. A is true, but R is false.
4. A is false, but R is true.
Assertion: MgO exists in liquid state.
Reason: The electrostatic forces of attraction between Mg2+ and O2- ions constitute ionic bond.

Q340. The electronic configurations of three elements X, Y and Z are: 1 Mark

X:2
Y : 2, 8, 7
Z : 2, 8, 2
Which of the following is correct regarding these elements?
1. X is a metal.
2. Y is a metal.
3. Z is a non-metal.
4. Y is a non-metal and Z is a metal.

Q341. Which of the following alloys contains mercury as one of the constituents? 1 Mark
1. Stainless steel.
2. Solder.
3. Duralumin.
4. Zinc amalgam.

Q342. An element X reacts with hydrogen, when heated, to form a covalent hydride H2X. If H2X has a smell of 1 Mark
rotten eggs, the element X is likely to be:
1. Carbon.
2. Sulphur.
3. Chlorine.
4. Phosphorus.
Q343. The elements whose oxides can turn litmus solution blue are:
1. Carbon and sulphur. 1 Mark
2. Sodium and carbon.
3. Potassium and magnesium.
4. Magnesium and sulphur.

Q344. Which of the following reactions not occur? 1 Mark

1. 2AgNO (aq) + Zn(s) → Zn(NO ) (aq) + 2Ag(s)
3 3 2

2. CuSO (aq) + Zn(s) → ZnSO (aq) + Cu(s)

4 4

3. 2AgNO (aq) + Fe(s) → Fe(NO ) (aq) + 2Ag(s)

3 3 2

4. CuSO (aq) + 2Ag(s) → Cu(s) + Ag SO (aq)

4 2 4

Q345. Food cans are coated with tin and not with zinc because. 1 Mark
1. Zinc is costlier than tin.
2. Zinc has a higher melting point than tin.
3. Zinc is more reactive than tin.
4. Zinc is less reactive than tin.

Q346. The metal which can be extracted simply by heating the cinnabar ore in air is: 1 Mark
1. Zn
2. Cu
3. Al
4. Hg

Q347. In electrolytic reduction of NaCl, metal is deposited at the and chlorine is liberated at the . 1 Mark

Q348. For two statements are given-one labelled Assertion (A) and the other labelled Reason (R). Select the 1 Mark
correct answer to these questions from the codes (a), (b), (c) and (d) as given below:
1. Both A and R are true, and R is correct explanation of the assertion.
2. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
3. A is true, but R is false.
4. A is false, but R is true.
Assertion: Magnesium reacts with oxygen upon heating and burns brightly to form magnesium oxide.
Reason: Magnesium oxide is basic in nature.

Q349. Which of the following are amphoteric oxides: 1 Mark

MgO, ZnO, P2O2, Al2O , NO2

Q350. For two statements are given-one labelled Assertion (A) and the other labelled Reason (R). Select the 1 Mark
correct answer to these questions from the codes (a), (b), (c) and (d) as given below:
1. Both A and R are true, and R is correct explanation of the assertion.
2. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
3. A is true, but R is false.
4. A is false, but R is true.
Assertion: C and N do not react with dil. HCI and dil. H2SO4.
Reason: Metals do not react with dil. HCI and dil. H2SO4.

Q351. Which one of the following properties is not generally exhibited by ionic compounds? 1 Mark
1. Solubility in water.
2. Electrical conductivity in solid state.
3. High melting and boiling points.
4. Electrical conductivity in molten state.

Q352. The two metals which can be extracted just by heating their sulphides in air are: 1 Mark
1. Sodium and copper.
2. Copper and aluminium.
3. Potassium and zinc.
4. Mercury and copper.
Q353. Name the gas liberates when magnesium reacts with boiling water.
1 Mark
Q354. Metals are refined by using different methods. Which of the following metals are refined by electrolytic
1 Mark
refining?
1. Au
2. Cu
3. Na
4. K
1. 1 and 2
2. 1 and 3
3. 2 and 3
4. 2 and 4

Q355. Element X reacts with element Y to form a compound Z. During the formation of compound Z, atoms of 1 Mark
X lose one electron each whereas atoms of Y gain one electron each. Which of the following property is
not shown by compound Z?
1. High melting point.
2. Low melting point.
3. Occurrence as solid.
4. Conduction of electricity in molten state.

Q356. For two statements are given-one labelled Assertion (A) and the other labelled Reason (R). Select the 1 Mark
correct answer to these questions from the codes (a), (b), (c) and (d) as given below:
1. Both A and R are true, and R is correct explanation of the assertion.
2. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
3. A is true, but R is false.
4. A is false, but R is true.
Assertion: Ionic compounds have high melting and boiling points.
Reason: A large amount of energy is required to break the strong inter-ionic attraction in ionic
compounds.

Q357. Which of the following property is generally not shown by metals? 1 Mark
1. Electrical conduction.
2. Sonorous in nature.
3. Dullness.
4. Ductility.

Q358. Which of the following pairs will give displacement reactions? 1 Mark
1. NaCl solution and copper metal.
2. MgCl2 solution and aluminium metal.
3. FeSO4 solution and silver metal.
4. AgNO3 solution and copper metal.

Q359. What are the constituents of stainless steel? What are the special properties of stainless steel? 1 Mark

Q360. Acetic acid reacts with solid sodium hydrogen carbonate: 1 Mark
1. Slowly forming no gas.
2. Vigorously with effervescence.
3. Slowly without effervescence.
4. Vigorously without gas formation.

Q361. What type of chemical bond is formed between: 1 Mark

Potassium and bromine?

Q362. Which of the following is an ore of mercury metal? 1 Mark

1. Rock salt.
2. Cinnabar.
3. Calamine.
4. Haematite.
Q363. For two statements are given-one labelled Assertion (A) and the other labelled Reason (R). Select the 1 Mark
correct answer to these questions from the codes (a), (b), (c) and (d) as given below:
1. Both A and R are true, and R is correct explanation of the assertion.
2. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
3. A is true, but R is false.
4. A is false, but R is true.
Assertion: Silver and gold do not react with oxygen even at high temperatures.
Reason: Silver and gold are less active metals.

Q364. Generally metals react with acids to give salt and hydrogen gas. Which of the following acids does not 1 Mark
give hydrogen gas on reacting with metals (except Mn and Mg)?
1. H2SO4
2. HCl
3. HNO3
4. All of these.

Q365. E is an element that's ore is rich in E2O3.E2O3 is not affected by water. It forms two chlorides, ECl2 and 1 Mark
ECl3 The element E is:
1. Copper.
2. Zinc.
3. Aluminium.
4. Iron.

Q366. Name a non-metal which conducts electricity. 1 Mark

Q367. For two statements are given-one labelled Assertion (A) and the other labelled Reason (R). Select the 1 Mark
correct answer to these questions from the codes (a), (b), (c) and (d) as given below:
1. Both A and R are true, and R is correct explanation of the assertion.
2. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
3. A is true, but R is false.
4. A is false, but R is true.
Assertion: Electrovalency of Na is+ 1.
Reason: The number of electrons which an atom either loses or gains in the formation of an ionic bond
is known as its valency.

Q368. In stainless steel alloy, iron metal is mixed with: 1 Mark

1. Cu and Cr
2. Cr and Ni
3. Cr and Sn
4. Cu and Ni

Q369. What changes in the colour of iron nails and copper sulphate solution do you observe after keeping the 1 Mark
iron nails dipped in copper sulphate solution for about 30 minutes?

Q370. Fill in the following blanks with suitable words: 1 Mark

The alloy in which one of the metals is mercury is called an _______.

Q371. Give an example of a metal which: 1 Mark

1. Is a liquid at room temperature.
2. Can be easily cut with a knife.
3. Is the best conductor of heat.
4. Is a poor conductor of heat.

Q372. For two statements are given-one labelled Assertion (A) and the other labelled Reason (R). Select the 1 Mark
correct answer to these questions from the codes (a), (b), (c) and (d) as given below:
1. Both A and R are true, and R is correct explanation of the assertion.
2. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
3. A is true, but R is false.
 4. A is false, but R is true.
Assertion: The oxides of sulfur and phosphorus are acidic in nature.
Reason: Metal oxides are basic in nature.

Q373. Which metal does not react with water? 1 Mark

1. Cu
2. Au
3. Both A and B
4. Fe

Q374. Name five methods of preventing rusting of iron. 1 Mark

Q375. For two statements are given-one labelled Assertion (A) and the other labelled Reason (R). Select the 1 Mark
correct answer to these questions from the codes (a), (b), (c) and (d) as given below:
1. Both A and R are true, and R is correct explanation of the assertion.
2. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
3. A is true, but R is false.
4. A is false, but R is true.
Assertion: On reacting with water, calcium starts floating over water.
Reason: Calcium reacts with cold water at room temperature.

Q376. Arrange the following metals in order of their chemical reactivity, placing the most reactive metal first: 1 Mark
Magnesium, Copper, Iron, Sodium, Zinc, Lead, Calcium.

Q377. During electrolytic refining of zinc, it gets: 1 Mark

1. Deposited on cathode.
2. Deposited on anode.
3. Deposited on cathode as well as anode.
4. Remains in the solution.

Q378. In the following questions, a statement of Assertion is given by the corresponding statement of Reason. 1 Mark
Of the statements, mark the correct answer as.
1. If both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
2. If both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
3. If Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
4. If Assertion is false, but Reason is true.
5. Both Assertion and Reason are false.
Assertion: Hydrogen is not a metal but it has been assigned a place in the reactivity series of metals.
Reason: Hydrogen has a tendency to lose electron and forms a positive ion H+.

Q379. A metal which reacts with cold water vigorously producing hydrogen is: 1 Mark
1. Zinc
2. Tungsten
3. Sodium
4. Mercury

Q380. An important ore of zinc metal is: 1 Mark

1. Calamine.
2. Cuprite.
3. Hyrolusite.
4. Haematite.

Q381. The number of protons in one atom of an element X is 8. What will be the number of electrons in its ion 1 Mark
X2−?
1. 8
2. 9
3. 10
4. 11
Q382. What is the name of the chemical bond formed:
By the sharing of electrons between two atoms? 1 Mark

Q383. The atomic numbers of four elements A, B, C and D are 6, 8, 10 and 12 respectively. The two elements 1 Mark
which can react to form ionic bonds (or ionic compound) are:
1. A and D
2. B and C
3. A and C
4. B and D

Q384. Beakers A, B and C contain zinc sulphate, silver nitrate and iron (II) sulphate solutions respectively. 1 Mark
Copper pieces are added to each beaker. Blue colour will appear in case of:
1. Beaker A
2. Beaker B
3. Beaker C
4. All the beakers.

Q385. What iron compound is present in haematite ore? Also write its chemical formula. 1 Mark

Q386. Which property of copper and aluminium makes them suitable: 1 Mark
For making electric wires?