OCR A Level Chemistry A
OCR A Level Chemistry A Atoms, Compounds, Molecules and Equations Exam Questions
Free OCR A Level Chemistry A exam questions on Atoms, Compounds, Molecules and Equations, with mark schemes. Covers atomic structure, isotopes, relative masses, formulae and balanced equations.
Atoms, Compounds, Molecules and Equations exam questions
1 question pack of real past exam questions with its mark scheme. Answer every question without notes, then mark your answers line by line against the mark scheme.
About OCR A Level Chemistry A Atoms, Compounds, Molecules and Equations
This topic lays the foundations of chemistry.
What you need to know
- Atomic structure Protons, neutrons, electrons and isotopes.
- Relative masses Ar, Mr and relative isotopic mass.
- Formulae Ionic formulae and common ions.
- Equations Balancing full and ionic equations with state symbols.
Common mistakes in Atoms, Compounds, Molecules and Equations
- Missing state symbols.
- Wrong charges on polyatomic ions.
- Confusing relative isotopic mass and Ar.
Try three Atoms, Compounds, Molecules and Equations exam-style questions
1. Calculate Ar of chlorine with 75% ³⁵Cl and 25% ³⁷Cl. (1 mark)
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35.5.
2. Write the formula of aluminium sulfate. (1 mark)
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Al₂(SO₄)₃.
3. Define relative atomic mass. (2 marks)
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Weighted mean mass of an atom of an element (1) relative to 1/12 of the mass of carbon-12 (1).
Atoms, Compounds, Molecules and Equations FAQs
What does this topic cover?
Atomic structure, isotopes, formulae and equations.
Do I need to memorise ions?
Yes, common ions such as nitrate, sulfate and ammonium.
Which instrument finds isotopic abundance?
A mass spectrometer.
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