Mastering Chemical Equations

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GCSE Foundation
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Mastering Chemical Equations

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Grade GCSE Foundation
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1.
Which of the following is a balanced chemical equation?
[1 mark]
AH2 + O2 -> H2O
B2H2 + O2 -> 2H2O
CH2 + 2O2 -> H2O2
DH2 -> H2O
2.
True or False: The mass of the reactants must equal the mass of the products in a chemical reaction.
[1 mark]
3.
What is the coefficient for H2 in the balanced equation of H2 + Cl2 -> HCl?
[1 mark]
4.
Balance the following chemical equation: C2H4 + O2 -> CO2 + H2O.
[2 marks]
5.
Match the following terms to their definitions:
[3 marks]
1. Reactant
2. Product
3. Coefficient
AA substance present at the start of a reaction
BA number that appears before a formula in a chemical equation
CA substance formed as a result of a reaction
6.
True or False: In a chemical reaction, atoms are destroyed.
[1 mark]
7.
Explain why it's necessary to balance chemical equations.
[6 marks]
8.
Balance the following equation using the formula: Fe + O2 -> Fe2O3. Show your working.
[3 marks]
9.
Fill in the blank: A balanced chemical equation has equal numbers of each type of ___ on both sides.
[1 mark]
10.
Order the steps to balance a chemical equation: Identify unbalanced elements, Adjust coefficients, Check balance, Repeat if necessary.
[2 marks]
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11.
What is the role of a catalyst in a chemical reaction?
[2 marks]
12.
Identify the type of reaction: 2H2 + O2 -> 2H2O.
[1 mark]
13.
Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a reason for balancing chemical equations?
[1 mark]
ATo change the identity of the reactants
BTo satisfy the law of conservation of mass
CTo have consistent stoichiometric calculations
DTo accurately represent the reaction process
14.
Define the term 'stoichiometry' in the context of chemical reactions.
[2 marks]

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12/30/2025
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