Step 1
Fermentation: Glucose solution is mixed with yeast. The enzyme zymase from yeast converts glucose ethanol
Step II
Dehydration: Ethanol is mixed with concentrated sulphuric (IV) acid and heated in the presence of aluminium oxide (Al2O3) as a catalyst.
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The table below shows the relative molecular masses and the boiling points of pentane and propan-1-o1
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The table below shows the relative molecular masses and the boiling points of pentane and propan-1-o1
Explain why the boiling point of propan-1-ol is higher than that of pentane.
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May 25, 2017
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Propane can be changed into methane and ethane as shown in the equation below.
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Propane can be changed into methane and ethane as shown in the equation below.
Name the process undergone by propane
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May 25, 2017
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Study the flow chart below and answer the questions that follow
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Study the flow chart below and answer the questions that follow
(i) Identify reagent L.
(ii) Name the catalyst used in step 5.
(iii) What name is given to the process that takes place in step 5?
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May 25, 2017
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Study the information in the table below and answer the questions that follow.
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Study the information in the table below and answer the questions that follow.
Give a reason why the difference in the molar heats of combustion between successive alcohols are close.
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May 25, 2017
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The flow chart below shows a series of reactions starting with ethanol. Study it and answer the questions that follow.
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The flow chart below shows a series of reactions starting with ethanol. Study it and answer the questions that follow.
(i) Name: I. Process A. II. Substances B and C
(ii) Explain why it is necessary to use high pressure to change gas B into the polymer.
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May 25, 2017
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The structures below represents a portion of a polymer.
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The structures below represents a portion of a polymer.
Give:
(a) The name of the polymer.
(b) One industrial use of the polymer.
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May 25, 2017
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Study the scheme given below and answer the questions that follow.
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Study the scheme given below and answer the questions that follow.
(i) Name processes I and II
(ii) Identify the products A and B.
(iii) Name one catalyst used in process II.
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May 25, 2017
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Ethane and Ethene react with bromine according to the equation given below.
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Ethane and Ethene react with bromine according to the equation given below.
(i) $C_2H_6(g) \; + \; Br_2(g) \rightarrow C_2H_5Br_2(g) + HBr(g)$
(ii) $C_2H_4(g) \; +\; Br_2(g) \rightarrow C_2H_4Br_2(l)$
Name the type of bromination reaction that takes place in: (i) and (ii).
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May 25, 2017
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Give the names of the following compounds
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Give the names of the following compounds
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May 25, 2017
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The scheme below was used to prepare a cleansing agent. Study it and answer the questions that follow.
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The scheme below was used to prepare a cleansing agent. Study it and answer the questions that follow.
(i) What name is given to the type of cleansing agent prepared by the method shown in the scheme?
(ii) Name one chemical substance added in step II.
(iii) What is the purpose of adding the chemical substance named in (ii) above.
(iv) Name one other suitable substance that can be used in step I
(v) Give one advantage of using the cleansing agent above.
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May 25, 2017
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Study the scheme given above and answer the questions that follow.
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Study the scheme given above and answer the questions that follow.
(i) Name the reagents used in:
Step I.... Step II.. Step IV ...
(ii) Explain one disadvantage of the continued use of items made from the compound formed in step III.
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May 25, 2017
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The structure shown below represent two cleansing agents, A and B.
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The structure shown below represent two cleansing agents, A and B.
Which cleansing agent would be more suitable for washing in water containing magnesium sulphate? Give a reason.
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May 25, 2017
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Study the table below and answer the questions that follow:
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Study the table below and answer the questions that follow:
(i) Which of the compounds is a solid at 10.0 o C? Explain.
(ii) Choose two compounds which are members of the same homologous series and explain the difference in their melting points.
(iii) The compound C3H8O is an alcohol. How does its solubility in water differ from the solubility of C5H12 in water? Explain.
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May 25, 2017
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A mixture of pentane and pentanoic acid was shaken with 0.1 M sodium hydroxide solution and let to separate as shown in the diagram below:
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A mixture of pentane and pentanoic acid was shaken with 0.1 M sodium hydroxide solution and let to separate as shown in the diagram below:
Name the main component in layer W.
Give a reason for the answer.
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May 25, 2017
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A compound whose structure is shown below is found in a detergent
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A compound whose structure is shown below is found in a detergent
With reference to the structure, explain how the detergent removes grease during washing
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May 19, 2017
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The diagram below represents a set-up of an electrolytic cell that can be used in the production of aluminium.
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The diagram below represents a set-up of an electrolytic cell that can be used in the production of aluminium.
(a) Give a reason why the electrolytic process is not carried out below 950oC.
(b) Give a reason why the production of aluminium is not carried out using reduction process.
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May 19, 2017
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The flow chart below shows some process involved in the industrial extraction of zinc metal.
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The flow chart below shows some process involved in the industrial extraction of zinc metal.
(a) Name one ore from which zinc is extracted.
(b) Write the equation of the reaction taking place in unit II.
(c) Name two uses of zinc metal.
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May 19, 2017
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The diagram below shows a simplified furnace used in the extraction of zinc. Study it and answer the questions that follow;
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The diagram below shows a simplified furnace used in the extraction of zinc. Study it and answer the questions that follow;
(i) Name two other substances that are also introduced in the furnace together with roasted ore.
(ii) In which physical state is zinc at point Y in the furnace? Give a reason.
(iii) Suggest a value for the temperature at point X in the furnance. Give a reason
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May 19, 2017
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Iron is obtained from haematite using a blast furnance shown in figure 5 below.
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Iron is obtained from haematite using a blast furnance shown in figure 5 below.
(a)Four raw material are required for the production of iron. Three of these are iron oxide hot air and Limestone. Give the name of the fourth raw material.
(b) Explain why temperature in the region marked Y is higher than that of the incoming hot air.
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May 17, 2017
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During the extraction of aluminium from its ores, the ore is first purified to obtain alumina. The flow chart below shows the stages in the extraction of aluminium from alumina.
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During the extraction of aluminium from its ores, the ore is first purified to obtain alumina. The flow chart below shows the stages in the extraction of aluminium from alumina.
(a) Name
(i) Substance C1
(ii) Process D1
(b) Give two reasons why aluminium is used extensively in the making of cooking pans.
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May 17, 2017
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