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Chemistry
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
Periodic Table & Periodicity
Solution
The periodic property that is used to determine whether a covalent molecule is polar or not is
A
atomic radius
B
ionization energy
C
electron affinity
D
electronegativity
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Chemical Principles & Mechanism
The periodic property that is used to determine whether a covalent molecule is polar or not is electronegativity.
Electronegativity is a measure of the ability of an atom to attract electrons in a chemical bond. The greater the electronegativity of an atom, the more strongly it will attract electrons.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #69524)
Chemistry
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
Stoichiometry, Mole Concept & Volumetric Analysis
Solution
If \(100^3\) of a saturated solution of sodium tetraoxosulphate (VI) at 30^\circ C contains 10.5 g of the salt, what would be its solubility at this temperature? [(\(Na_2SO_4\) = 142]
A
2.15 mol dm-3
B
0.74 mol dm-3
C
0.60 mol dm-3
D
0.57 mol dm-3
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Chemical Principles & Mechanism
Molar mass of Na2SO4 = 2(Na) + S + 4(O) = 2(23.0 g/mol) + 32.1 g/mol + 4(16.0 g/mol) = 46.0 g/mol + 32.1 g/mol + 64.0 g/mol = 142.1 g/mol
Now, we can calculate the number of moles of Na2SO4 in the solution:
Number of moles = Mass of the salt / Molar mass
Number of moles = 10.5 g / 142.1 g/mol ≈ 0.0739 mol
Next, we need to find the volume of the saturated solution, given as 100 cm³, and convert it to liters:
Volume of solution = 100 cm³ = 100 cm³ / 1000 cm³/dm³ = 0.1 dm³
Finally, we can calculate the solubility in mol/dm³:
Solubility = Number of moles / Volume of solution
Solubility = 0.0739 mol / 0.1 dm³ ≈ 0.739 mol/dm³
Rounded to two decimal places, the solubility of sodium tetraoxosulphate (VI) at 30^\circC is approximately 0.74 mol/dm³.
Therefore, the correct option is:
0.74 mol dm-3.
Solubility = 10.5 g / 100 cm3 * 142 g/mol = 0.739 mol/dm3
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #69525)
Chemistry
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
Acids, Bases, pH & Salts
Solution
A compound that could be dried by using conc. tetraoxosulphate (VI) acid and not by calcium oxide is likely to be
A
a deliquescent salt
B
a neutral salt
C
an alkaline gas
D
an acid anhydride
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Chemical Principles & Mechanism
The compound that could be dried by using conc. tetraoxosulphate (VI) acid and not calcium oxide is an acid anhydride.
Acid anhydrides are compounds that can react with water to form acids. When acid anhydrides are exposed to air, they will absorb water from the air and become hydrated. This can make them difficult to dry with calcium oxide, which is a base.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #69526)
Chemistry
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
Kinetic Theory of Matter & Gas Laws
Solution
Which of the statements about gases is not correct?
A
Gases have low densities compared to solids and liquids of equal mass.
B
The total kinetic energy of the gas is not affected by collision
C
Molecules of the gas are in constant motion
D
Gases are highly soluble in water at high temperatures
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Chemical Principles & Mechanism
The statement that is not correct about gases is Gases are highly soluble in water at high temperatures.
Gases are not highly soluble in water at high temperatures. The solubility of gases in water decreases as the temperature increases. This is because the kinetic energy of the gas molecules increases as the temperature increases. The increased kinetic energy of the gas molecules makes it more difficult for them to be dissolved in water.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #69527)
Chemistry
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
Stoichiometry, Mole Concept & Volumetric Analysis
Solution
Determine the volume of 0.100 mol of HCl in \(0.250 mol dm^3\) of solution.
A
\(200cm^3\)
B
\(100cm^3\)
C
\(20cm^3\)
D
\(400cm^3\)
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Chemical Principles & Mechanism
Molarity = 0.100 mol / 0.250 mol dm3
= 0.100 mol / 0.250 dm3 * 1000 cm3/dm3
= 400 cm3
Volume (V) = Amount (n) / Concentration (C)
Given that the amount of HCl is 0.100 mol and the concentration of the solution is 0.250 mol/dm³, you can calculate the volume:
Volume (V) = 0.100 mol / 0.250 mol/dm³ = 0.4 dm³
Since 1 dm³ is equal to 1000 cm³, you can convert the volume from dm³ to cm³:
Volume (V) = 0.4 dm³ \times 1000 cm³/dm³ = 400 cm³
Therefore, the volume of 0.100 mol of HCl in a 0.250 mol/dm³ solution is 400 cm³.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #69528)
Chemistry
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
Chemical Bonding & Intermolecular Forces
Solution
Positive ions in a sea of electrons are found in
A
covalent bonds
B
metallic bonds
C
dative bonds
D
ionic bonds
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Chemical Principles & Mechanism
In metallic bonding, positive metal ions (cations) are surrounded by a "sea" of delocalized electrons that move freely throughout the metal lattice. This arrangement creates a cohesive force that holds the metal atoms together. The mobile electrons contribute to the unique properties of metals, such as high electrical and thermal conductivity, malleability, and ductility.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #69529)
Chemistry
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
Atomic Structure, Orbitals & Nuclear Chemistry
Solution
An element X has two isotopes, \(^{65}X_{30}\) and \(^{66}X_{30}\) with relative abundance of 60 % and 40% respectively. The relative atomic mass of X is
A
66.00
B
65.50
C
65.00
D
65.40
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Chemical Principles & Mechanism
Isotope \(^{65}X_{30}\) (with a mass of 65 and an abundance of 60%):
Relative mass contribution = (65 * 60%) = 39.00
Isotope \(^{66}X_{30}\) (with a mass of 66 and an abundance of 40%):
Relative mass contribution = (66 * 40%) = 26.40
Now, add the relative mass contributions of both isotopes:
Relative atomic mass \(A_r\) = 39.00 + 26.40 = 65.40
So, the relative atomic mass of element X is 65.40. The correct option is:
65.40
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #69530)
Chemistry
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
Reaction Rates & Chemical Equilibrium
Solution
Which of the following statements about the collision theory is correct?
A
Ineffective collision brings about chemical reaction
B
All collisions bring about reactions
C
The rate of reaction is proportional to the number of effective collisions
D
Collision of molecules will split the molecules to react
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Chemical Principles & Mechanism
The rate of reaction is proportional to the number of effective collisions. This means that if the number of collisions increases, the rate of reaction will also increase. These successful collisions are known as effective collisions. The rate of reaction is directly proportional to the number of effective collisions between reactant molecules. In other words, the more frequent and successful the collisions, the faster the rate of the reaction.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #69531)
Chemistry
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
Atomic Structure, Orbitals & Nuclear Chemistry
Solution
Which of the following elements has its valence electrons in the s-orbital?
A
Aluminum
B
Phosphorus
C
Sodium
D
Carbon
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Chemical Principles & Mechanism
Sodium is an alkali metal, and its atomic number is 11. This means that it has 11 electrons, and its electron configuration is \(1s^2 2s^2 2p^6 3s^1\). The valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost shell, which in this case is the 3s orbital.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #69532)
Chemistry
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
Organic Chemistry I: Hydrocarbons & Crude Oil
Solution
Petrochemistry is an example of
A
applied chemistry
B
Biochemistry
C
Pure chemistry
D
Environmental chemistry
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option A
Chemical Principles & Mechanism
Applied chemistry refers to the practical application of chemical principles and techniques to solve real-world problems and create useful products. Petrochemistry is a branch of applied chemistry that deals specifically with the chemical processes and transformations involved in the extraction, refining, and processing of petroleum and its derivatives
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #69533)
Chemistry
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
Chemical Bonding & Intermolecular Forces
Solution
The molecule that has a non-polar covalent bond is
A
HCl
B
\(NH_3\)
C
\(Cl_2\)
D
\(H_2O\)
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Chemical Principles & Mechanism
In \(Cl_2\), the two chlorine atoms are identical and have the same electronegativity. Since both atoms have the same electronegativity, the electrons in the covalent bond are shared equally, resulting in a non-polar covalent bond. The molecule does not have a significant separation of charge and lacks a permanent dipole moment.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #69534)
Chemistry
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
Oxidation, Reduction & Redox Reactions
Solution
The reduction half equation of the following reaction is:
\(Zn_{(s)} + CuSO_{4(aq)} → ZnSO_{4(aq)} + Cu_{(s)}\)
A
\(Zn_{(s)} → Zn^{2+}_{(aq)} + 2e^-\)
B
\(CuSO_{4(s)} + H_2O_{(l)}\) → \(Cu^{2+}_{(aq)}\) +
\(SO_{4(aq)}^{2-}\)
C
\(Cu^{2+}_{(aq)} + 2e^- → Cu_{(s)}\)
D
\(Cu^{2+}_{(aq)} + e^- → Cu_{(s)}\)
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option C
Chemical Principles & Mechanism
The reduction half equation for the given reaction is:
\(Cu^{2+}_{(aq)} + 2e^- → Cu_{(s)}\)
In the overall reaction, copper(II) ions (\(Cu^{2+})\) gain two electrons (2e^-) and get reduced to form solid copper (Cu) metal. This is the reduction half-reaction in the redox reaction between zinc (Zn) and copper(II) sulfate (\(CuSO_4)\).
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #69540)
Chemistry
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
Stoichiometry, Mole Concept & Volumetric Analysis
Solution
Why are \(H_2SO_4\) and \(CaCl_2\), not suitable for drying ammonia gas? They
A
are poisonous.
B
pollute the gas
C
are corrosive
D
react with the gas
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Chemical Principles & Mechanism
\(H_2SO_4\) and \(CaCl_2\) are not suitable for drying ammonia gas because they react with the gas.
Ammonia is a basic gas, and both \(H_2SO_4\) and \(CaCl_2\) are acidic. When these two substances react, they form salts that contain ammonia. This can contaminate the ammonia gas and make it unusable.
In addition, \(H_2SO_4\) is a corrosive substance, and \(CaCl_2\) can be harmful to breathe in. Therefore, it is not safe to use these substances to dry ammonia gas.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #69542)
Chemistry
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
Atomic Structure, Orbitals & Nuclear Chemistry
Solution
Isoelectronic species have the same number of
A
ions
B
electrons
C
protons
D
neutrons
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option B
Chemical Principles & Mechanism
The term "isoelectronic" comes from the Greek words "iso" meaning "equal" and "electron" meaning "electron". Isoelectronic species are atoms, molecules, or ions that have the same number of electrons. have the same number of electrons because they have the same electron configuration. The electron configuration of an atom is the arrangement of electrons in the atom's orbitals. The electron configuration of an atom determines the chemical properties of the atom.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #69544)
Chemistry
WAEC / WASSCE 2023
Kinetic Theory of Matter & Gas Laws
Solution
Which of the following gases has the lowest rate of diffusion?
[H=1.0, C=12.0, N = 14.0, O= 16.0]
A
Nitrogen
B
methane
C
Ammonia
D
Oxygen
medium Difficulty
Verified Correct Answer: Option D
Chemical Principles & Mechanism
The rate of diffusion of a gas is inversely proportional to the square root of its molar mass (Graham's law). This means that gases with a higher molar mass will diffuse more slowly than gases with a lower molar mass. Given the molar masses of the gases in the options, Oxygen (O=16.0) has the highest molar mass and therefore the lowest rate of diffusion
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #69545)