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Q2. Mohan learnt the term mol in his chemistry class. He discussed the term mol with her elder
sister Anshika. Anshika explained about and then Mohan got satisfied.
Q3. Radhika ,Supriya and Hema were asked by the PGT chemistry to find the mass of a metal
piece independently one by one using the same balance and same weight box. Each student
was asked to take three observations. The students reported their result as shown in the
following table:
If the actual mass of the metal piece is 1.325g and the permitted uncertainty in the
measurement is 0.001g, answer the following questions:
(i) Whose measurement is both accurate and precise? Justify your answer.
(ii) Whose measurement is precise and not accurate Justify your answer?
(iii) Whose measurements are neither accurate nor precise? Justify your answer.
(iv) Mention the associated value or values with these observations.
(i) Name the scientist who stated the dual nature of matter.
(ii) Give the mathematical statement of the dual nature of matter.
(iii) Write the type of particles for which this principle is applicable.
(iv) Mention the value associated with this principle.
Q2. Guided by Heisenberg’s uncertainty principle and de-Broglie’s theory of dual nature of
particles Schrodinger proposed wave equation. To get proper solution of this equation integer
called quantum numbers were required.
Q3. After the discovery of electron and proton Sir J.J. Thomson proposed the plum pudding
model of the atom .But this atomic model was abandoned when Rutherford performed the
alpha particle scattering experiment.
Q4. Sukumar, a student of class XI science has learnt to write the electronic configuration of the
elements in the chemistry class. Now, He further wanted to know the rules for finding the
group numbers. On the next day he discussed his problem with his teacher. The teacher told his
the rules for finding the group number. Sukumar, then got satisfied.
(i) Which important property did Mendeleev use to classify the elements in his periodic
table and did he stick to that?
(ii) What is the basic difference in approach between Mendeleev’s periodic law and the
Modern periodic law?
(iii) What values are shown by Mendeleev?
Q2. Vimla was taught in chemistry class about electron gain enthalpy. In general, the electron
gain enthalpy for some third period elements (eg.P,S,Cl) are more negative than the
corresponding second period members (eg.N,O,F). Vimla was totally confused and wanted to
know the reason for the same. She discussed with her teacher. The teacher explained the
phenomenon which makes Vimla satisfied.
Q3. Name of elements and their atomic symbols were assigned smoothly up to atomic number
103(Lawrencium=Lr). But the problem arose when the element with atomic number 104 was
discovered separately by American and Russian scientists both. Americans Named it
Rutherfordium (Rf) While Russians named it Kurchatovium(Ku). Anyhow, this problem was
resolved by assigning digital IUPAC atomic symbol to the element having atomic number 104
and more. Thus element with atomic number 104 is called Unnilquadium (Uuq).
(i) Write the name and atomic symbol of an element having atomic number 107.
(ii) If the digital atomic symbol of an element is Uun. What is its name and atomic
number?
(iii) Mention the value associated with it.
Q4. Mendeleev studied the properties of the elements known at that time and arranged them
in to groups and periods. This arrangement is called Mendeleev’s Periodic table. In this table he
left some gaps to be filled by the elements yet to be discovered. When these elements were
discovered, Mendeleev remarked “I did not think that I should live to the verification of the law
but such was to be the case”.
(i) Name those elements which were discovered later.
(ii) Write the group of each one of these elements in the modern periodic table.
(iii) Mention the associated value with this question.
Q2. Two students Saloni and Aditi were discussing about the allotropes of carbon. Saloni asked
Aditi ,why one allotrope of carbon is very hard use to make jewellery meanwhile Aditi told
Saloni that other allotrope of carbon is a good conductor and used to make pencils.
Q3. The Chemistry teacher was explaining the properties of two hydrides of Sulphur and
Oxygen: H2S and H2O. H2S and H2O are having same hybridization states but different bond
angles. H2S have indefinite volume while H2O has definite volume. H2S cannot be placed in an
open container but H2O can be placed due to their different physical states.
(i) Write the hybridization states of central atom in H2S and H2O.
(ii) What are the physical states of H2S and H2O?
(iii) Write bond angle of H2O.
(iv) Why H2S and H2O have different bond angles?
(v) Draw the Lewis structures of both the hydrides.
Q4. Rishabh and Sejal were discussing the difference between NF 3 and NH3 and both got
confused. Rishabh and Sejal asked their subject teacher, why NF3 and NH3 have different
dipole moment while both are having same hybridization states and same number of lone pair
of electrons.
Q1. Chemistry teacher was teaching the three variables Pressure (p), Temperature (T) and
Volume (V) to XIthclass students. He taught to students that there are three laws which deals
with the properties of gases at various variables keeping one of them constant. Suddenly one
of them asked teacher, how can we draw the graph between two variables keeping third one
constant.
(i) Name the gas law with the properties of the gases at constant pressure.
(ii) Which law deals the properties of the gases at constant temperature?
(iii) What is the Amontons’ law?
(iv) What value is associated with this concept?
Q2. Sejal asked Saloni that why people are undergoing medical check-up before going on
AMARNATH YATRA. Saloni explained the reason to Sejal and she got satisfied meanwhile
Rishabh told that liquid boils at lower temperature at a Hilly station than in a plane area.
Q3. One day Seema and Smriti decided to cook the food at a hill station. Seema takes a pan to
cook food while Smriti started cooking the food in a pressure cooker at the same place.
Q3. While teaching the concept of irreversible process the teacher noticed that some students
of the class are restless because they were unable to grasp the subject. Then she recited a
nursery rhyme “Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall, Humpty Dumpty had a great fall. All the
king’s horse and all the king’s men could not put Humpty Dumpty together again”. The
students became cheerful and convinced.
(a) Name two irreversible natural processes.
(b) Mention the value or values associated with the above process.
Q4. Reversible process is slow but every slow process need not be reversible.
(a) Give an example with justification of a slow process which is not reversible.
(b) Write the associated value with your answer.
Q5.Some thermodynamic properties are related in the same way as total money earned money
paid as income tax and the money available for other purposes.
(a) Name these thermodynamic properties
(b) Write the relation or relations between these thermodynamic properties
(c) Mention the associated value with it.
Q2. There is a fizz when a soda water battle is opened. Kusum was very curious to know its
reason. She discussed her problem with her elder sister Monika. Monika explained Kusum the
whole phenomenon and then Kusum got satisfied.
Q3. A solution has the capacity to resist the change in its PH when a small amount of a strong
acid or strong base is added to it. These solutions may be acidic or basic or neutral in
nature.
(a) Name this solution and give a general example.
(b) Select the components to prepare this type of solution having PH between 4 and 5.
(c) Mention the value associated with this type of solution.
Q2.Fuels acts as source of energy. In the selection of fuel, its calorific value, economy and
environmental effects are taken in to consideration. Hydrogen gas is such a fuel which has
high calorific value and its combustion product does not have any harmful environmental
effect. Still hydrogen is not suitable as domestic fuel.
(a) Why is hydrogen not considered as a suitable domestic fuel.
(b) Write the combustion reaction of hydrogen.
(c) Name device where hydrogen and oxygen are used to produce energy.
(d) Mention the associated value with this question.
Q3.Yash Pal was totally confused to learn that phosphorous acid can act both as oxidizing agent
as well as reducing agent while phosphoric acid is only an oxidizing agent. He discussed this
problem with his friend Akbar. Akbar explained the phenomenon to his satisfaction.
(a) What examination did Akbar give to Yash Pal?
(b) in the reaction :-
MnO2 + 4HCl ⟶ MnCl2 + 2H2O +Cl2
(c) What values are attached to this explanation?
Q4. A solution of an electrolyte can be stored in a particular vessel only in case there is no
chemical reaction taking place with the material of the vessel. The teacher asked a
student Achin, is it possible to store silver nitrate in copper vessel. Achin explained the
teacher; it is not possible to store silver nitrate in copper vessel. Achin explained the
teacher; it is not possible to store silver nitrate in copper vessel and gave his explanation.
(a) What explanation did Achin gave to his teacher.
(b) What is oxidation according to electronic Concept?
(c) What values displayed by Achin?
Q2. Teacher told the students that water should that water should be softened before using in
boilers. Karina one of the students, asked the reason. The teachers explained the reason
in detail to him and then Karina got satisfied.
(a) Predict the explanation given by the teacher.
(b) Temporary hard water becomes soft on boiling. Why?
(c) What values are displayed by Karina?
Q3. Hard water is unfit for its use in the laboratory and laundry because of the presence of
chlorides of calcium and magnesium. One way to remove these ions from hard water is
the use of sodium carbonate. Your teacher asked you to calculate the amount of sodium
required to remove the calcium ions from a sample of hard water which is 0.002 M in
calcium ions.
(a) Write the reaction of sodium carbonate in the removal of hardness of water.
(b) What mass of sodium Carbonate is required to remove the calcium ions from a
sample of 1000 litres of hard water?
(c) Write the value associated with this problem.
Q4. A compound of hydrogen and oxygen has empirical formula OH. This compound is used to
restore the colour of old oil paintings containing lead oxide. This compound also
liberates iodine from an acidified solution of potassium iodide.
(a) Name this compound and write its formula.
(b) Write a balanced chemical equation to show the restoration of colours of the old
painting by this compound.
(c) Mention the value associated with the function of this compound.
Q2. During his experiments, Rajender found that sodium can be used to dry diethyl ether but
not ethyl alcohol. Rajender wanted to know the reason behind it. Therefore he asked his
friend Annu about this problem. Annu explained the chemistry behind it and Rajender got
satisfied.
(a) What explanation did Annu gave to Rajender?
(b) Sodium is found to be more useful than potassium.
(c) What values are displayed by Annu?
2 B2O3(s) + 7 C (s) –Electric furnace -- B4C (s) + 6CO (g) (At 1873 K)
(ii) Boron has high ability to absorb neutrons and hence these two boron compounds can
act as protective shield against radioactive radiations.
Ans: (a)Nitrogen
(b) sodium fusion extract + silver nitrate solution = white ppt
(c)Scientific attitude/concern for others
Q2. An organic compound on heating changes directly into vapours without undergoing into
liquid state, it is insoluble in water and is commonly used to prevent clothes against moths. It is
contaminated with cinnamaldehyde. Naresh, a student of class XI was asked by his teacher how
to purify it. Now answer the following questions
Q3. Carbon shows a unique property to form a large number of organic compounds. Even
towards the end of 19th century the number of organic compounds known was difficult to
remember by their common names. In order to systematize the naming of organic compounds
IUPAC system of nomenclature was first introduced in 1947and is modified from time to time.
Based on these facts now answer the following questions:
(i) Name the property of carbon to link itself to form a large number of compounds.
(ii) Write the IUPAC name of CH3 CH=CH CH (Br) CH3 and trivial name of
CH3– C (CH3)2 – CH3.
(iii) Write the value associated with property of carbon.
(a)Out of propane and butane why is propane used as fuel for barbecue grill?
(b)Which alkane is used in cigarette lighters?
(c)What is mineral oil? Give its uses.
(d)What are the uses of solid alkanes?
(e)What is Vaseline? What are its uses?
Ans:
(a) Barbecue is usually done in open. In cold countries, although both propane and butane can
be used but propane is preferred because it works better at low temperatures. The reason
being that due to lower boiling point (231K), propane always remains as gas in the cylinder in
spite of cooling produced by Joule Thomson effect during its use and thus ensures a constant
supply of gas. In contrast, butane due to its higher boiling point(272.5K)and cooling produced
by Joule-Thomson effect, it becomes a liquid in the cylinder and thus the supply of gas becomes
slower and slower as the gas is being used.
(b) Butane is used in cigarette lighters since it can be easily liquefied at room temperature.
(c) Mineral oil is a mixture of liquid alkanes containing 16-18 carbon atoms and is used as a
laxative and as a lubricant.
(d) Alkanes with 18 or more carbon atoms are waxy solids. These are used as waxy coatings on
fruits and vegetables to help them to retain moisture, inhibit mould growth and enhance
appearance.
(e)Vaseline is a mixture of solid alkanes having low melting points. It can prevent moisture loss
and chapped lips and soften nail cuticles .It is also used in ointments and cosmetics.
Q2.Benzene is the simplest and ideal aromatic compound. It is also one of the most basic
petrochemicals. It is mainly used to prepare a number of important chemicals such as toluene,
phenol, aniline, biphenyl etc which are used in the manufacture of dyes, detergents, drugs,
explosives, pesticides, rubber sand lubricants. But it is carcinogenic. Now answer the following
questions.
(d)In view of toxicity and carcinogenicity of benzene, should its production be banned? Give
your suggestions.
(b)Because of its high octane number and anti-knocking properties benzene is used as an
additive in gasoline.
(c)Exposure of benzene vapours to humans is a global problem. It affects liver, kidney, lungs
and heart. Benzene increases the risk of cancer and other illness. In the body, it gets oxidized to
benzene oxide which is not excreted readily and can interact with DNA to produce harmful
mutations. Benzene is also a notorious cause of bone marrow failure.
(d)Although benzene is a potential carcinogen, its production cannot be banned because it’s
wide spread application in the manufacture of dyes, detergents, nylons, explosives and
pesticides. Instead, benzene should be used in fuming cupboards and ventilated laboratories.
Q3. Kamala and Reena are best friends. One evening Kamala went to Reena’s house and found
her in the kitchen. She saw that the burner was emitting yellow flame and a black soot was
getting deposited on the bottom of the cooking vessel .She advised Kamala to put off the gas
and helped her in cleaning the holes of the burner. The gas was then switched on and they
found that the burner was now emitting clean blue flame.
(ii) What was the purpose of cleaning the holes of the burner?
Ans:
(i) The holes of the burner were blocked due to soot or some oily material. This caused
incomplete combustion of the fuel
(ii) By cleaning the holes of the burner the deposits were removed which led to the complete
combustion of the fuel.
(iii) Kamala helped her friend in saving fuel and in preventing wastage of gas.
Q1. Environmental pollution is causing a serious threat on the earth. Due to combustion of
fossil fuels, a number of poisonous and harmful gases enter into the atmosphere. Every country
has made strict laws for industries and individual citizens to keep pollution under control.
(i) Why is it advised not to sleep with burning coke angithi in a closed room on winter
nights?
(ii) How does the combustion of motor fuels cause pollution of the atmosphere?
(iii) Name one natural source and one human activity by which SO2 enters into
atmosphere?
Ans: (i) On burning coke, a lot of carbon monoxide is produced which causes anoxia.
(ii)On burning motor-fuels, toxic oxides of nitrogen is formed which affect respiratory
system.
(iii)Due to volcanic eruption and through combustion of sulphur containing fuels.
Ans:
(ii)The most serious effect is that U.V. radiation reaches the earth-surface causing skin
cancer.
(iv)Excess CO2 creates ‘greenhouse effect’ which increases the earth’s temperature.
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