OCR A Level Chemistry A

OCR A Level Chemistry A Nitrogen Compounds, Polymers and Synthesis Exam Questions

Free OCR A Level Chemistry A exam questions on Nitrogen Compounds, Polymers and Synthesis, with mark schemes. Covers amines, amides, amino acids, condensation polymers, C-C bond formation and synthesis.

Nitrogen Compounds, Polymers and Synthesis exam questions

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About OCR A Level Chemistry A Nitrogen Compounds, Polymers and Synthesis

This topic covers nitrogen chemistry and polymers.

What you need to know

  • Amines Basicity and preparation.
  • Amino acids Zwitterions and chirality.
  • Polymers Polyesters and polyamides; hydrolysis.
  • Synthesis Forming C-C bonds with nitriles and Friedel-Crafts.

Common mistakes in Nitrogen Compounds, Polymers and Synthesis

  • Missing water in condensation polymers.
  • Drawing repeat units incorrectly.
  • Forgetting nitrile hydrolysis forms acids.

Try three Nitrogen Compounds, Polymers and Synthesis exam-style questions

1. State one reaction that forms a C-C bond. (1 mark)

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Nucleophilic substitution with cyanide ions.

2. Name the link in a polyamide. (1 mark)

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Amide link.

3. Explain why amines are bases. (1 mark)

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The nitrogen lone pair accepts a proton.

Nitrogen Compounds, Polymers and Synthesis FAQs

What does this topic cover?

Amines, amino acids, polymers and synthesis.

Can condensation polymers biodegrade?

They can be hydrolysed, so are more biodegradable.

What is a chiral centre?

A carbon with four different groups.