Cambridge IGCSE · 0620 · Paper 1 · Multiple choice (Core)
Chemistry 0620/13 Oct/Nov 2015 past paper
Cambridge IGCSE Chemistry (0620) Paper 1 (Multiple choice (Core)), variant 3, Oct/Nov 2015: the question paper and its official mark scheme, 40 questions, with the grade thresholds. Free to open, no account needed.
- Questions
- 40
- Marks
- 40
- Grade A from
- 31
File names: 0620_w15_qp_13 · 0620_w15_ms_13
Grade thresholds for 0620/13 Oct/Nov 2015
The minimum raw marks Cambridge set for each grade on this component (out of 40). Thresholds change every session and variant, so always compare your score with the paper you actually sat.
| A | B | C | D | E | F | G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | 27 | 23 | 20 | 18 | 14 | 10 |
Topics in this paper
Which syllabus chapters 0620/13 Oct/Nov 2015 tested, by marks. Each chapter links to every past-paper question on it.
Questions in 0620/13 Oct/Nov 2015
- Question 1
In which process do particles move closer together but remain in motion? A condensation B diffusion C evaporation D freezing
- Question 2
A student was asked to measure the rate of reaction between dilute hydrochloric acid and marble chips at different temperatures. Some of the apparatus used is shown. Which two other pieces of apparatus would be needed? A balance and pipette …
- Question 3
Argon, Ar, has a higher relative atomic mass than potassium, K, but appears before it in the Periodic Table. K Ar Why is argon listed before potassium in the Periodic Table? A Argon has fewer neutrons than potassium. B Argon …
- Question 4
In the following diagrams, X and Y are atoms of different elements. Which diagram correctly shows the arrangement of outer electrons in a molecule of methane? …
- Question 5
- Question 6
The electronic structures of atoms X and Y are shown. …
- Question 7
Copper(II) oxide reacts with ammonia. The left hand side of the balanced equation for this reaction is: 3CuO + 2NH3 → What completes the equation? A 3Cu + 2HNO3 B 3Cu …
- Question 8
What are the electrode products when molten silver iodide is electrolysed between inert electrodes? cathode anode A hydrogen iodine B iodine silver C silver iodine D silver oxygen
- Question 9
The diagram shows a section of an overhead power cable. aluminium steel ceramic Which statement explains why a particular substance is used? A Aluminium has a low density and is a good conductor of electricity. B Ceramic is a good …
- Question 10
Which reaction is endothermic? A the burning of magnesium ribbon B the combustion of methane C the decomposition of calcium carbonate D the reaction of water with anhydrous copper(II) sulfate
- Question 11
A metal reacts with an aqueous solution. The graph shows the temperature before, during and after the reaction. time temperature Which row describes the reaction? reaction energy change A combustion endothermic B combustion exothermic C thermal decomposition endothermic D thermal …
- Question 12
Which of the following changes decreases the rate of the reaction between magnesium and dilute hydrochloric acid? 1 diluting the acid 2 using larger pieces of magnesium 3 cooling the mixture …
- Question 13
The element vanadium, V, forms several oxides. In which change is oxidation taking place? A VO2 …
- Question 14
If anhydrous copper(II) sulfate is added to water, which colour change is observed? A blue to pink B blue to white C pink to blue D white to blue
- Question 15
Element X is in Group I of the Periodic Table. Which row shows the type of oxide and whether element X is metallic or non-metallic? type of oxide metallic or non-metallic A acidic metallic B acidic non-metallic C basic metallic …
- Question 16
Three liquids, P, Q and R, are added to a mixture of hydrochloric acid and Universal Indicator solution. The following observations are made. P the colour of the indicator turns purple. Q the colour of the indicator does not change. …
- Question 17
Which property is not characteristic of a base? A It reacts with a carbonate to form carbon dioxide. B It reacts with an acid to form a salt. C It reacts with an ammonium salt to form ammonia. D It …
- Question 18
Zinc sulfate is a soluble salt and can be prepared by reacting excess zinc carbonate with dilute sulfuric acid. Which piece of equipment would not be required in the preparation of zinc sulfate crystals? A beaker B condenser C evaporating …
- Question 19
An element, X, is a dark grey crystalline solid at room temperature. It has a melting point of 114 °C and a density of …
- Question 20
J and K are two elements from the same period in the Periodic Table. The table gives some properties of J and …
- Question 21
The table gives information about four elements. Which element is a transition metal? electrical conductivity density in g / cm3 melting point in °C A good …
- Question 22
Hydrogen and helium have both been used to fill balloons. Which property of helium makes it the preferred choice to hydrogen? A easily compressed into a gas cylinder B forms monatomic molecules C lower density D unreactive
- Question 23
Which statement is true for all metals? A Their atoms lose one or more electrons when they react. B They are brittle. C They do not conduct electricity when solid. D They melt at low temperatures when they are heated.
- Question 24
The diagrams show what happens when three different metals are added to water. …
- Question 25
The table show three uses of aluminium and a reason why aluminium is used for that purpose. use reason 1 aircraft manufacture high tensile strength 2 overhead electricity cables low density 3 food containers resistance to corrosion Which reasons explain …
- Question 26
Which conditions are necessary to make mild steel from iron? A add calcium oxide and blow oxygen through it B heat with calcium oxide C heat with carbon and limestone D heat with nickel and chromium
- Question 27
Which statements about water are correct? 1 Household water may contain salts in solution. 2 Water for household use is filtered to remove soluble impurities. 3 Water is treated with chlorine to kill bacteria. 4 Water is used in industry …
- Question 28
The diagram shows the flame produced from burning a hydrocarbon, acetylene, in a welding torch. X ACETYLENE Which gas is X? A hydrogen B methane C nitrogen D oxygen
- Question 29
Carbon monoxide is an air pollutant produced when petrol is burned in a car engine. Why is carbon monoxide considered to be an air pollutant? A It causes climate change. B It causes the corrosion of buildings. C It is …
- Question 30
Which compound is not a fertiliser? A ammonium sulfate, (NH4)2SO4 B calcium hydroxide, Ca(OH)2 C potassium chloride, KCl D urea, CO(NH2)2
- Question 31
In which reaction is carbon dioxide not produced? A complete combustion of petrol B hydrochloric acid reacting with magnesium C respiration D thermal decomposition of limestone
- Question 32
The apparatus shown is set up and left for a week. damp iron wool air water Which diagram shows the level of the water at the end of the week? …
- Question 33
Unwanted vegetation is sometimes placed in a bin where it decays to form compost. This compost can be used to fertilise soils. Which gas is likely to be present in a higher percentage inside the bin than in the air …
- Question 34
A student is asked to draw a diagram showing the uses of limestone. limestone making cement making lime added, with hematite, to a blast furnace …
- Question 35
What are the names of the compounds shown in the reaction scheme below? …
- Question 36
Which row describes the formation of a polymer? monomer polymer A ethane poly(ethane) B ethane poly(ethene) C ethene poly(ethane) D ethene poly(ethene)
- Question 37
Which row shows the correct use of a fraction obtained by the fractional distillation of petroleum? fraction use A bitumen making waxes and polishes B fuel oil aircraft fuel C kerosene fuel for ships D naphtha making chemicals
- Question 38
Ethanol can be formed by 1 fermentation 2 reaction between steam and ethene Which of these processes uses a catalyst? …
- Question 39
The structures of four compounds are shown. …
- Question 40
During the process of cracking hydrocarbons, an 1 is converted into an 2 . The presence of an 3 can be shown by a visible reaction with 4 . Which words complete gaps …
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