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CHEMISTRY

A set of chemistry practice questions drawn from physical, organic and inorganic chemistry. Use it to test recall of reactions, periodic trends and numerical problems, then review the answers to spot gaps. Good for short revision sessions or a warm-up before a longer mock test.

45 questions

What is the oxidation state of iron in K₄[Fe(CN)6] ?

Given: What is the oxidation state of iron in K₄[Fe(CN)6] ? These values define the system as per NCERT data. Formula: Each CN^- is -1, 6 ligands = -6. This is standard NCERT relation. Substitution & Calculation: The complex [Fe(CN)6]^{4- is balanced by 4 K⁺, so Fe’s oxidation state is x - 6 = -4, x = +2 . Result: The computed value matches expected outcome and confirms correct choice as per NCERT.

Ref: NCERT Chemistry Textbook for Class XI and XII, Chapter: Some Basic Concepts, Structure of Atom, Periodicity and relevant Chemistry topic, Topic: Mole concept and periodic trends.

What is the maximum oxidation state exhibited by vanadium in the 3d series?

Given: What is the maximum oxidation state exhibited by vanadium in the 3d series? These values define the system as per NCERT data. Formula: Vanadium (V, Z = 23) exhibits oxidation states from +2 to +5, with +5 being the maximum, as seen in VO₂^+ .. This is standard NCERT relation. Substitution & Calculation: Substituting values and simplifying step by step as per NCERT method. Result: The computed value matches expected outcome and confirms correct choice as per NCERT.

Ref: NCERT Chemistry Textbook for Class XI and XII, Chapter: Some Basic Concepts, Structure of Atom, Periodicity and relevant Chemistry topic, Topic: Mole concept and periodic trends.

A gaseous reaction follows Rate = k p_A p_B with k = 0.04 atm^{-1 s^{-1, p_A = 0.5 atm, and p_B = 0.2 atm . What is the

Given: A gaseous reaction follows Rate = k p_A p_B with k = 0.04 atm^{-1 s^{-1, p_A = 0.5 atm, and p_B = 0.2 atm . What is the rate in atm s^{-1 ? These values define the system as per NCERT data. Formula: Rate = k p_A p_B = 0.04 × 0.5 × 0.2 = 0.004 .. This is standard NCERT relation. Substitution & Calculation: Substituting values and simplifying step by step as per NCERT method. Result: The computed value matches expected outcome and confirms correct choice as per NCERT.

Ref: NCERT Chemistry Textbook for Class XI and XII, Chapter: Some Basic Concepts, Structure of Atom, Periodicity and relevant Chemistry topic, Topic: Mole concept and periodic trends.

How many Faradays of electricity are required to deposit 0.635 g of copper from CuSO₄ solution? (Molar mass of Cu = 63.5

Given: How many Faradays of electricity are required to deposit 0.635 g of copper from CuSO₄ solution? (Molar mass of Cu = 63.5 g/mol) These values define the system as per NCERT data. Formula: Moles of Cu = 0.635/63.5 = 0.01 mol. This is standard NCERT relation. Substitution & Calculation: Reaction: Cu²⁺ + 2e⁻ → Cu(s), 2F deposits 63.5 g. . Faradays = 0.01 × 2 = 0.02 F . Result: The computed value matches expected outcome and confirms correct choice as per NCERT.

Ref: NCERT Chemistry Textbook for Class XI and XII, Chapter: Some Basic Concepts, Structure of Atom, Periodicity and relevant Chemistry topic, Topic: Mole concept and periodic trends.

The K_p for CS₂(g) + 4H₂(g) CH₄(g) + 2H₂S(g) is 0.25 at 900 K. What is K_c if R = 0.0821 L · atm · mol^{-1 · K^{-1 ?

Given: The K_p for CS₂(g) + 4H₂(g) CH₄(g) + 2H₂S(g) is 0.25 at 900 K. What is K_c if R = 0.0821 L · atm · mol^{-1 · K^{-1 ? These values define the system as per NCERT data. Formula: Δ n = (1 + 2) - (1 + 4) = -2, K_p = K_c (RT)^{Δ n. This is standard NCERT relation. Substitution & Calculation: RT = 0.0821 × 900 = 73.89, (RT)^{-2 = (73.89)^{-2 approx 1.83 × 10⁻⁴. 0.25 = K_c · 1.83 × 10⁻⁴, K_c approx 1365 . Result: The computed value matches expected outcome and confirms correct choice as per NCERT.

Ref: NCERT Chemistry Textbook for Class XI and XII, Chapter: Some Basic Concepts, Structure of Atom, Periodicity and relevant Chemistry topic, Topic: Mole concept and periodic trends.

A solution of two volatile liquids A and B has a total vapor pressure of 320 mm Hg. If the vapor pressure of pure A is 4

Given: A solution of two volatile liquids A and B has a total vapor pressure of 320 mm Hg. If the vapor pressure of pure A is 400 mm Hg and that of pure B is 200 mm Hg, what is the mole fraction of B in the solution? These values define the system as per NCERT data. Formula: Using Raoult's law: p_{total = x_A p_A⁰ + x_B p_B⁰, where x_A + x_B = 1. This is standard NCERT relation. Substitution & Calculation: 320 = (1 - x_B) · 400 + x_B · 200 . 320 = 400 - 400 x_B + 200 x_B . 320 = 400 - 200 x_B, 200 x_B = 80, x_B = 0.4 . Result: The computed value matches expected outcome and confirms correct choice as per NCERT.

Ref: NCERT Chemistry Textbook for Class XI and XII, Chapter: Some Basic Concepts, Structure of Atom, Periodicity and relevant Chemistry topic, Topic: Mole concept and periodic trends.

A solution contains 10 g of urea ( NH₂CONH₂ ) in 190 g of water. What is the molality of the solution? (Molar mass: NH₂C

Given: A solution contains 10 g of urea ( NH₂CONH₂ ) in 190 g of water. What is the molality of the solution? (Molar mass: NH₂CONH₂ = 60 g/mol ) These values define the system as per NCERT data. Formula: Moles of urea = 10/60 = 0.1667 mol. This is standard NCERT relation. Substitution & Calculation: Mass of solvent in kg = 190/1000 = 0.19 kg . Molality = 0.1667/0.19 = 0.877 mol/kg . Result: The computed value matches expected outcome and confirms correct choice as per NCERT.

Ref: NCERT Chemistry Textbook for Class XI and XII, Chapter: Solutions, Topic: Boiling point elevation ΔT_b = K_b·m, urea NH₂CONH₂ example, colligative properties.

How many grams of H₂O are produced from 10 g of H₂SO₄ in the reaction H₂SO₄ + 2NaOH -> Na₂SO₄ + 2H₂O ? (Atomic masses: H

Given: How many grams of H₂O are produced from 10 g of H₂SO₄ in the reaction H₂SO₄ + 2NaOH -> Na₂SO₄ + 2H₂O ? (Atomic masses: H = 1, S = 32, O = 16) These values define the system as per NCERT data. Formula: Moles of H₂SO₄ = 10 / 98 ≈ 0.102 mol. This is standard NCERT relation. Substitution & Calculation: 1 mol H₂SO₄ produces 2 mol H₂O. Moles of H₂O = 0.102 × 2 ≈ 0.204 mol. Mass = 0.204 × 18 ≈ 3.67 g. Result: The computed value matches expected outcome and confirms correct choice as per NCERT.

Ref: NCERT Chemistry Textbook for Class XI and XII, Chapter: Some Basic Concepts, Structure of Atom, Periodicity and relevant Chemistry topic, Topic: Mole concept and periodic trends.

For a reaction with Δ H = -50 kJ/mol and Δ S = 0.25 kJ/K · mol, at what temperature is Δ G = 0?

Given: For a reaction with Δ H = -50 kJ/mol and Δ S = 0.25 kJ/K · mol, at what temperature is Δ G = 0? These values define the system as per NCERT data. Formula: At equilibrium, Δ G = 0, so Δ H - TΔ S = 0. This is standard NCERT relation. Substitution & Calculation: T = Δ H / Δ S = -50 / 0.25 = 200 K. Result: The computed value matches expected outcome and confirms correct choice as per NCERT.

Ref: NCERT Chemistry Textbook for Class XI and XII, Chapter: Some Basic Concepts, Structure of Atom, Periodicity and relevant Chemistry topic, Topic: Mole concept and periodic trends.

What is the mass percentage of magnesium in Mg(NO₃)₂? (Atomic masses: Mg = 24, N = 14, O = 16)

Given: What is the mass percentage of magnesium in Mg(NO₃)₂? (Atomic masses: Mg = 24, N = 14, O = 16) These values define the system as per NCERT data. Formula: Molar mass = 24 + (2 × 14) + (6 × 16) = 24 + 28 + 96 = 148 g/mol. This is standard NCERT relation. Substitution & Calculation: Mass of Mg = 24 g. % Mg = (24 / 148) × 100 ≈ 16.22%. Result: The computed value matches expected outcome and confirms correct choice as per NCERT.

Ref: NCERT Chemistry Textbook for Class XI and XII, Chapter: Some Basic Concepts, Structure of Atom, Periodicity and relevant Chemistry topic, Topic: Mole concept and periodic trends.

How many geometrical isomers are possible for [Pt(NH₃)(Br)(Cl)(py)] ?

For a square planar [Ma b c d] complex, 3 geometrical isomers are possible by varying the relative positions of the four different ligands. This follows from NCERT principle where relation explains outcome clearly for students.

Ref: NCERT Chemistry Textbook for Class XI and XII, Chapter: Some Basic Concepts, Structure of Atom, Periodicity and relevant Chemistry topic, Topic: Mole concept and periodic trends.

What is the coefficient of H₂O when the reaction MnO₄^- + I^- -> MnO₂ + I₂ is balanced in basic medium?

Using the half-reaction method: Oxidation: 2I^- -> I₂ + 2e^- . Reduction: MnO₄^- + 2H₂O + 3e^- -> MnO₂ + 4OH^- . Equalize electrons (6), combine: 2MnO₄^- + 6I^- + 4H₂O -> 2MnO₂ + 3I₂ + 8OH^- . Coefficient of H₂O is 4.

Ref: NCERT Chemistry Textbook for Class XI and XII, Chapter: Some Basic Concepts, Structure of Atom, Periodicity and relevant Chemistry topic, Topic: Mole concept and periodic trends.