S8_Language Worksheets_Unit 8
S8_Language Worksheets_Unit 8
Worksheet 8.1
Selecting the correct word and spellings
1 Rewrite these sentences, choosing the correct word to complete the sentence.
A metal that burns with a bright light in air, and reacts vigorously in dilute acid,
is said to be reactive / inert.
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2 A reaction where oxygen combines with a metal is called an oxidation / a neutralisation reaction.
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3 A chemical reaction which transfers heat to the surroundings is called an
exothermic / endothermic reaction.
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4 If an iron gate is painted, this will prevent / cause rusting.
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5 When ice melts, thermal energy from the surroundings is transferred to / from the ice.
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Worksheet 8.2
Writing in complete sentences and
comprehension
1 Sofia and Zara conducted some experiments to find out if the reactions they tried were
exothermic or endothermic. One of the reactions they tried was the reaction between
sodium hydrogencarbonate and citric acid.
Explain how they would find out if this reaction is an exothermic or endothermic one.
Write in complete sentences. The following words may be useful.
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