ICSE 10TH CHEMISTRY SAMPLE PAPER 10 PAGE 1

Sample Paper 10
ICSE Class X 2023-24
Chemistry
Science Paper - 2
Time: 2 Hours Max. Marks: 80
General Instructions:
1. Answer to this Paper must be written on the paper provided separately.
2. You will not be allowed to write during first 15 minutes.
3. This time is to be spent in reading the question paper.
4. The time given at the head of this Paper is the time allowed for writing the answers.
5. Section A is compulsory. Attempt any four questions from Section B.
6. The intended marks for questions or parts of questions are given in brackets [ ].

SECTION - A
(Attempt all questions from this Section.)

QUESTION 1.
Choose the correct answers to the questions from the given options. [15]
(Do not copy the questions, write the correct answer only.)

(i) The particles present in strong electrolytes are:

(a) only molecules (b) mainly ions
(c) ions and molecules (d) only atoms.

(ii) When dilute sulphuric acid reacts with iron sulphide, the gas evolved is .......... .
(a) hydrogen sulphide (b) sulphur dioxide
(c) sulphur trioxide (d) vapour of sulphuric acid

(iii) With reference to the variation of properties in the periodic table, which of the following is
generally true ?
(a) Atomic size increases from left to right across a period.
(b) Ionisation potential increases from left to right across a period.
(c) Electron affinity increases going down a group.
(d) Electro-negativity increases going down a group.

(iv) The product of [H+] (aq.) and [OH-] (aq.) is called the .......... .
(a) Covalent compound (b) Molecular compound
(c) The Ionic product (d) Metallic compound
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(v) Which of the following is a covalent chloride

(a) Phosphorus Chloride (b) Potassium Chloride
(c) Magnesium Chloride (d) Sodium Chloride

(vi) Atomic mass of an element expressed in grams is called :

(a) Gram molecular mass (b) Net atomic weight
(c) Molecular mass (d) Gram atomic mass

(vii) Hydrated copper sulphate on heating changes to :

(a) Blue and crystalline (b) White and amorphous.
(c) Blue and amorphous (d) White and crystalline

(viii)

Elements A B C
Mass numbers 23 20 35
Number of neutrons 12 0 18
To which groups do A, B and C belong?
(a) A belongs to IA group, B belongs to VIIA group, C belongs to zero group
(b) A belongs to VIIA group/ B belongs to IA group, C belongs to zero group
(c) A belongs to VIIA group/ B belongs to zero group/ C belongs to VIIA group
(d) A belongs to IA group, B belongs to zero group, C belongs to VIIA group

(ix) On photochemical decomposition of HNO3, the products formed are

(a) NO2 and O2 (b) NO and O
(c) N2O4 and NO2 (d) N2O5 and NO2

(x) Elements in a group, all have the same number of ...............

(a) electron shells (b) outermost valence electrons
(c) atomic number (d) none of the above

(xi) A fertiliser containing ammonium sulphate and calcium carbonate is sometimes used by
agricultural farmers. Why is the fertiliser useful?
(a) It provides nitrogen required for plant growth while reducing the acidity of the soil.
(b) It provides all the essential nutrients required for plant growth
(c) It provides both nitrogen and carbon dioxide required for plant growth
(d) It helps to reduce excess acidity of the soil.

(xii) Aliphatic carboxylic acids are known as ..........acids.

(a) fatty (b) aromatic
(c) aliphatic (d) carboxylic

(xiii) The salt which gives a dirty green precipitate with sodium hydroxide solution is
(a) iron (III) sulphate (b) iron (II) chloride
(c) iron (II) sulphate (d) iron (III) chloride
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(xiv) .......... was the first organic compound to be synthesised in laboratory.

(a) Ammonia [NH3] (b) Urea (NH2CONH2)
(c) Methane (CH4) (d) Acetic Acid (CH3COOH)

(xv) .......... is liquid at room temperature.

(a) Iron (b) Francium
(c) Hydrogen (d) Caesium

QUESTION 2.

(i) Name : [5]

(a) An acidic gas which reacts with a basic gas liberating neutral gas.
(b) A metallic chloride soluble in ammonium hydroxide.
(c) The gas obtained when ammonia burns in an atmosphere of oxygen without any catalyst.
(d) A nitride of a divalent metal which reacts with warm water liberating ammonia.
(e) An amphoteric oxide reduced by the basic gas.

(ii) Match the following column A with column B. [5]

Column-I Column-II
(i) Sulphur dioxide (a) Sulphuric acid
(ii) Oil of vitriol (b) Burning sulphur smell
(iii) Oleum (c) Rotten egg smell
(iv) Sulphur trioxide (d) Pyrosulphuric acid
(v) Hydrogen sulphide (e) Anhydride of sulphuric acid.

(iii) Complete the following by choosing the correct answers from the bracket: [5]
(a) If an element has a low ionisation energy then it is likely to be _____ (metallic/non-
metallic).
(b) Electrovalent compounds have _____ (high/low) boiling point.
(c) Steel is converted to stainless steel by adding _____ and _____ . (Chromiunm
nickel)
(d) Conversion of ethanol to ethene by the action of concentrated sulphuric acid is an
example of_______. (dehydration/dehydrogenation/ dehydrohalogenation)
(e) Hydrogen chloride gas on heating above 500°C gives hydrogen and chlorine. The reaction
is an example of_______ (thermal decomposition, thermal dissociation).

(iv) Identify the following: [5]

(a) Process of formation of ions from the molecules.
(b) A thin film of a non-reactive metal over a superior metal.
(c) The electrode connected to the negative terminal of battery.
(d) Two compounds of Lead which combine with conc. HCl to liberate Chlorine.
(e) A polar covalent compound which on dissolving in water produces ions.
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(v) What will you observe when [5]

(a) Ethene is passed through Bromine solution in Carbon tetrachloride?
(b) Ethyne is passed through Fehling’s solution?
(c) Ethyne is passed through Tollens’ reagent?
(d) Sodium is dropped in Methanol?
(e) Ethene is passed through alkaline Potassium permanganate solution?

SECTION - B
(Attempt any four questions.)

QUESTION 3.

(i) Distinguish between the saturated hydrocarbon ethane and the unsaturated hydrocarbon
ethene by drawing their structural formulae. [2]

(ii) Identify the gas evolved and give the chemical test in each of the following cases : [2]
(a) Dilute hydrochloric acid reacts with sodium sulphite.
(b) Dilute hydrochloric acid reacts with iron (II) sulphide.

(iii) Arrange the elements of group VII A according to the given conditions. [3]
(a) Increasing atomic size
(b) Increasing non-metallic character
(c) Increasing ionisation potential

(iv) (a) The pH value of pure water is 7. Compare the pH values of sulphur dioxide solution and
ammonia solution with that of pure water. [3]
(b) Name:
(1) Two bases which are not alkalies.
(2) A normal salt and acid salt of same acid.
(3) A salt insoluble in cold water but soluble in hot water.

QUESTION 4.

(i) For each of the substance listed below, describe the role played in the extraction of aluminum.
(a) Cryolite, (b) Sodium hydroxide [2]

(ii) Oxygen oxidises ethyne to carbon dioxide and water as shown by the equation: [2]
2C2H2 + 5O2 $ 4CO2 + 2H2O
What volume of ethyne gas at S.T.P. is required to produce 8.4 dm3 of carbon dioxide at
S.T.P.? [H = 1, C = 12, O = 16]
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(iii) (a) of the two gases, Ammonia and Hydrogen chloride, which is more dense? Name the
method of collection of this gas. [3]
(b) Write a balanced equation for a reaction in which Ammonia is oxidized by:
(1) a metal oxide,
(2) a gas which is not Oxygen.

(iv) Manganese (IV) oxide, lead (IV) oxide and red lead (Pb3O4) react with concentrated
hydrochloric acid liberating chlorine. [3]
(a) What is the common property shown by these metals oxides ?
(b) Write the equation for the reaction of hydrochloric acid with Pb3O4.
(c) What kind of compound can be added to the bleaching powder to obtain chlorine?

QUESTION 5.

(i) What is Nessler’s reagent ? What test does it give with ammonium salts ? [2]

(ii) State what would you observe when : [2]

(a) Washing soda crystals are exposed to the atmosphere.
(b) The salt ferric chloride is exposed to the atmosphere.

(iii) Identify the particles present in following solutions and name them [3]
(a) Ferric sulphate solution
(b) Potassium hydroxide solution
(c) Sodium carbonate

(iv) State the molecular formula and structural formula of ethane, ethene and ethyne. (State the
IUPAC name of each). [3]

QUESTION 6.

(i) Define empirical formula and molecular formula of a compound. [2]

(ii) (a) State your observation for the following case : [2]
Paper soaked in potassium permanganate solution is introduced into a gas jar of sulphur
dioxide.
(b) Write the equation for the following reaction: Zinc oxide is treated with sodium hydroxide
solution

(iii) Acidulated water is electrolysed in Hofmann’s voltameter to liberate two gases. In this
context answer the following questions. [3]
(a) Name the gases evolved at each electrode.
(b) What is the material used for electrodes?
(c) What is the ratio of gases evolved by volume?
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(iv) Define : [3]

(a) Electroplating
(b) What are the objects of electroplating ?

QUESTION 7.

(i) State how the following conversions can be carried out. [3]
(a) Ethyl chloride to Ethyl alcohol
(b) Ethyl chloride to Ethane
(c) Ethane to Ethyl alcohol

(ii) Name the following : [3]

(a) A complex salt solution used for testing a basic gas lighter than air.
(b) A base which reacts with hydrochloric acid to give a salt which on hydrolysis gives a
slightly acidic solution.
(c) An ion which combines with a polar covalent molecule to form ammonium ion.

(iii) Give a balanced chemical equation for each of the following: [4]
(a) Action of conc. Nitric acid on Sulphur.
(b) Catalytic oxidation of Ammonia.
(c) Laboratory preparation of Nitric acid.
(d) Reaction of Ammonia with Nitric acid.

QUESTION 8.

(i) State your observations when ammonium hydroxide solution is added drop by drop and
then in excess to each of the following solutions: [2]
(a) Copper sulphate solution
(b) Zinc sulphate solution.

(ii) Name the rule on which the combination of atoms to form molecules is based. Give two
limitations of this rule. [2]

(iii) Conc. sulphuric acid reacts in various ways [3]

(a) as an acid, (b) as a dehydrating agent, (c) as a less volatile acid. Give an equation for
each of the various ways in which it reacts.

(iv) State one relevant observation for each of the following reactions. [3]
(a) Ammonium hydroxide solution is first added in a small quantity and then in excess to
a solution of copper sulphate.
(b) Sodium acetate is added to sodium hydroxide.
(c) Ammonia gas is passed over heated copper oxide.
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