Time: 1 hour
M.M. 30
Attempt all questions.
Questions 1 to 5 carry 1 mark each.
Questions 6 to 8 carry 2 marks each.
Questions 9 to 11 carry 3 marks each.
Questions 12 & 13 carry 5 marks each.
Q1. Who proposed the concept of indivisible particles called atoms? (1 Mark)
Q2. Define an atomic mass unit. (1 Mark)
Q3. What is the valency of the sodium ion? (1 Mark)
Q4. Which law states that elements in a compound are present in definite proportions by mass? (1 Mark)
Q5. What is the atomicity of the oxygen molecule (O2)? (1 Mark)
Q6. State the Law of Conservation of Mass with an example. (2 Marks)
Q7. Differentiate between an atom and a molecule. (2 Marks)
Q8. Why do we use brackets while writing formulae of compounds like Ca(OH)₂ and not in NaOH? (2 Marks)
Q9. Explain Dalton's atomic theory postulates that support the Law of Conservation of Mass and Law of Definite Proportions. (3 Marks)
Q10. Calculate the ratio by number of atoms for ammonia (NH3) using atomic masses. (3 Marks)
Q11. Write the chemical formulae for: (a) Aluminium oxide, (b) Calcium hydroxide, (c) Sodium sulphate. (3 Marks)
Q12. Explain how to write the chemical formula of a compound using valency, with examples of magnesium chloride and ammonium sulphate. (5 Marks)
Q13. Calculate the formula unit mass of:
(a) NaCl,
(b) CaCO3,
Also, verify the Law of Conservation of Mass using the reaction: 5.3 g sodium carbonate + 6 g acetic acid → 8.2 g sodium acetate + 2.2 g carbon dioxide + 0.9 g water. (5 Marks)
| 1. What are atoms and molecules, and how do they differ? | ![]() |
| 2. What are the different types of bonds that form between atoms to create molecules? | ![]() |
| 3. Can you explain the law of conservation of mass in the context of chemical reactions? | ![]() |
| 4. What is the significance of the atomic number and mass number in understanding elements? | ![]() |
| 5. How do we represent chemical reactions, and why is it important to balance them? | ![]() |