Edexcel International GCSE Chemistry
Edexcel International GCSE Chemistry Extraction and Uses of Metals Exam Questions
Free Edexcel International GCSE Chemistry exam questions on Extraction and Uses of Metals, with mark schemes. Covers ores, reduction with carbon, electrolysis of aluminium and alloys.
Extraction and Uses of Metals exam questions
These packs of real past exam questions cover the whole of Section 2: Inorganic Chemistry, including Extraction and Uses of Metals. Work through every question on this sub-topic, then mark your answers against the mark scheme.
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Edexcel IGCSE Chemistry 4CH1 Flashcards (Anki & Quizlet)
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About Edexcel International GCSE Chemistry Extraction and Uses of Metals
This sub-topic covers obtaining metals.
What you need to know
- Extraction Method depends on reactivity.
- Iron Reduction in the blast furnace.
- Aluminium Electrolysis of molten alumina; alloys and uses.
Common mistakes in Extraction and Uses of Metals
- Saying aluminium is reduced by carbon.
- Mixing oxidation and reduction.
Try two Extraction and Uses of Metals exam-style questions
1. Explain why aluminium is extracted by electrolysis. (1 mark)
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It is more reactive than carbon.
2. State why alloys are harder than pure metals. (1 mark)
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Different sized atoms stop layers sliding.
Extraction and Uses of Metals FAQs
What does this cover?
Metal extraction and uses.
What is an ore?
A rock containing enough metal to extract.
Revise this topic with flashcards: Edexcel IGCSE Chemistry 4CH1 Flashcards, with mark scheme answers for Anki and Quizlet.
