OCR A Level Chemistry A

OCR A Level Chemistry A Group 2 and the Halogens Exam Questions

Free OCR A Level Chemistry A exam questions on Group 2 and the Halogens, with mark schemes. Covers group 2 reactions and trends, halogen reactivity, displacement and tests for halide ions.

Group 2 and the Halogens exam questions

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3.1.2-3.1.3 Group 2 and the HalogensQuestions and mark scheme
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About OCR A Level Chemistry A Group 2 and the Halogens

This topic covers two important groups.

What you need to know

  • Group 2 Reactions with water and oxygen, and trends.
  • Uses Calcium hydroxide in agriculture and antacids.
  • Halogens Reactivity trend and displacement reactions.
  • Halide tests Silver nitrate and ammonia solutions.

Common mistakes in Group 2 and the Halogens

  • Mixing precipitate colours.
  • Saying reactivity decreases down group 2.
  • Forgetting disproportionation of chlorine.

Try three Group 2 and the Halogens exam-style questions

1. State the colour of silver bromide. (1 mark)

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Cream.

2. Explain why reactivity increases down group 2. (2 marks)

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Atomic radius and shielding increase (1), so ionisation energy decreases (1).

3. Write the reaction of chlorine with water. (1 mark)

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Cl₂ + H₂O ⇌ HCl + HClO.

Group 2 and the Halogens FAQs

What does this topic cover?

Group 2 and halogen chemistry.

What is disproportionation?

An element is oxidised and reduced in the same reaction.

Why is chlorine added to water?

To kill bacteria.