Sub Code: 34 II PUC : MODEL QUESTION PAPER – 1 No.

of Questions: 49
TIME : 3 hours 15min. SUB : CHEMISTRY MAX.MARKS:70
General Instructions:
1. The question paper has five parts having 49 questions. All the parts are compulsory.
2. a. PART-A carries 20 marks. Each question carries 1 mark.
b. PART-B carries 06 marks. Each question carries 2 marks.
c. PART-C carries 15 marks. Each question carries 3 marks.
d. PART-D carries 20 marks. Each question carries 5 marks.
e. PART-E carries 09 marks. Each question carries 3 marks.
3. In Part-A questions, first attempted answers will be considered for awarding marks
4. Write balanced chemical equations and draw neat labelled diagrams and graphs wherever
necessary.
5. Direct answers to numerical problems without detailed steps and specific unit for final
answer will not carry any marks.
6. Use log tables and simple calculator if necessary (use of scientific calculator is not allowed)
PART- A
I. Select the correct option from the given choices 15 x 1 = 15
1. A solid solution having liquid as the solute component is
a) Amalgum of mercury in sodium b) Copper dissolved in gold
c) Glucose dissolved in water d) Solution of hydrogen in palladium

2. The 2-1electrolyte is
a) NaCl b) MgCl2 c) CaSO4 d) KBr

3. During electrolysis of aqueous sodium chloride solution, the reaction prevented at anode due
to over potential is
a) Cl¯(aq)  ½ Cl2 + e¯ b) H2O(l) + e¯  ½ H2(g) + HO¯(aq)

c) H (aq) + e¯  ½ H2(g) d) 2 H2O(l)  O2(g) + 4 H(aq) + 4 e¯

4. Hydrolysis of ethylacetate with excess of water is

a) Second order reaction b) First order reaction
c) Pseudo first order reaction d) Zero order reaction

5. The ion with 3d5 configuration is

a) Mn+2 b) Zn+3 c) Fe+2 d) Ni+2

6. The coordination number of central metal ion in complex [CoCl 2(en)2] is

a) 3 b) 4 c) 6 d) 5

7. Zero optical rotation is exhibited by

a) Racemic mixture b) Dextro rotatory
c) equimolar mixture of enantiomers d) Both a and c

8. IUPAC name of C6H5OC2H5 is

a) Ethylphenyl ether b) Ethoxy benzene
c) Phenoxy ethane d) Phenylethyl ether

9. The compound with intramolecular hydrogen bonding is

a) 2-Nitrophenol b) 4-Nitrophenol c) 2-Nitroaniline d) 4-Nitroanisole

10. The product formed when aldehydes and ketones are treated with hydroxylamine is
a) Imine b) Hydrazone c) Schiff’s base d) Oxime
 11. The carboxylic acid that shows Hell-Volhard-Zelinsky reaction is
a) CF3COOH b) CH3COOH c) HCOOH d) C6H5COOH

12. The correct order of basic strength in following amines in aqueous solution is
a) (C2H5)3N > (C2H5)2NH b) C2H5NH2 > (C2H5)3N
c) CH3NH2 > (CH3)3N d) CH3NH2 > (CH3)2NH

13. RN2X¯ is the general formula of

a) Anilinium ion b) Amine salt
c) Ammonium salt d) Diazonium salt

14. Two or more polypeptide chains are held together in

a) Secondary structure of protein b) Primary structure of protein
c) Quaternary structure of protein d) Tertiary structure of protein

15. Rickets is caused by the deficiency of vitamin

a) E b) D c) K d) A

II. Fill in the blanks by choosing the appropriate word from those given in brackets: 5 x 1 = 5
(Scandium, Two, Molecularity, Freons, Primary amines, order)
16. The von’t Hoff factor of MgSO4 is ________.
17. ________ of a reaction is applicable to both elementary and complex reaction.
18. ________ does not exhibit variable oxidation state.
19. The chlorofluorocarbon compounds of methane and ethane are ________.
20. The carbylamine reaction is test for ________ .

PART-B
III. Answer any THREE of the following questions. Each question carries two marks. 3 x 2 = 06
21. How does boiling point of a solution vary when acetone is added to ethanol? Give reason.
22. Explain the effect of catalyst on a rate of a spontaneous reaction and plot potential energy
diagram for the same.
23. Write the geometrical isomers of [Pt(NH3)2Cl2].
24. Explain Swartz reaction with an example.
25. What is the name of ammoniacal silver nitrate solution? Discuss the observation made when
aldehydes are treated with above reagent.
26. Write the Haworth structure of Maltose.

PART – C
IV. Answer any THREE of the following questions. Each question carries 3 marks. 3 x 3 = 09
27. How is Potassium dichromate (K2Cr2O7) manufactured from chromite ore?
28. a) Draw the structure of permanganate ion. Comment on its magnetic nature.
b) Write the ionic equation for the oxidation of H 2S using KMnO4 in acidic medium.
29. What is Lanthanoid contraction? Mention two of its consequences.
30. What are homoleptic and heteroleptic complexes? Give one example for heteroleptic complex.
 31. Using Valence Bond Theory (VBT), explain the geometry, hybridization and magnetic property
of [Co(NH3)6]3- . (Z for Co is 27)
32. A) Draw the energy level diagram for the crystal field splitting in octahedral complexes.
b) Name the interaction responsible for the stability of metal carbonyls.

V. Answer any TWO of the following questions. Each question carries 3 marks. 2 x 3 = 06
33. a) State Henry’s law along with its mathematical expression.
b) Name the condition leading to low concentration of oxygen in blood of people at higher
altitude.
34. With a neat labeled diagram explain the working of H 2-O2 fuel cell.
35. a) Define limiting molar conductivity. Mention its unit.
b) What is the effect of dilution on molar conductivity of an electrolyte.
36. Derive an integrated rate equation for the rate constant of a Zero order reaction.

PART- D
VI. Answer any FOUR of the following questions. Each question carries 5 marks. 4 x 5 = 20
37. a) Explain SN1 mechanism for the hydrolysis of tertiary butylbromide (2-Bromo-2-
methylpropane).
b) Explain Wurtz- Fittig reaction with a suitable example.
38. a) Complete the following chemical reactions

b) Explain Williamson’s ether synthesis with general equation.

39. a) How is phenol manufactured from cumene (isopropylbenzene)? Give the chemical reaction
b) Write the chemical equation for the reaction of phenol with bromine water.
40. a) Discuss the mechanism of addition of HCN to aldehydes and ketones in presence of NaOH
b) Explain Rosenmund reduction with a suitable example.
41. a) An organic compound ‘A’ (molecular formula (C4H8O2) on hydrolysis with dilute H2SO4
gives a carboxylic acid ‘B’ and an alcohol ‘C’. Oxidation of ‘C’ with chromic acid produced
‘B’, whereas dehydration of ‘C’ gives ethene. Identify A, B and C.
b) Among 4-methoxy benzoic acid and benzoic acid which is more acidic? Give reason.
42. a) Explain Hoffmann Bromamide degradation reaction with general equation.
 b) How does methanamine reacts with benzoylchloride? Give the chemical equation.
c) Write the IUPAC name (CH3)2NCH2CH3
43. a) Write the chemical reactions to elucidate
i) Presence of six carbon atoms in glucose.
ii) Carbonyl group present in glucose is aldehydic.
b) What is zwitter ion of an amino acid? Give its general structure.
c) Which hormone is responsible for the development of secondary male characteristics?

PART E
VI. Answer any THREE of the following questions. Each question carries 3 marks. 3 x 3 = 09
44. The vapour pressure of pure benzene at certain temperature is 0.850 bar. A non volatile,
non electrolyte solid weighing 0.5g when added to 39.0g of benzene (molar mass 78gmol-1),
the vapour pressure of the solution is 0.845 bar. 45g of ethylene glycol (C2H6O2) is mixed
with 600g of water. Calculate the molar mass of the solid.
45. 9g of glucose (molecular mass 180gmol-1) is dissolved in 500g of water. Calculate
a) elevation in boiling point and
b) the boiling point of the solution. (Given Kb for water is 0.52 Kkgmol-1)
46. Calculate the EMF for a reaction Mg(s) + 2Ag+(0.0001M)  Mg2+(0.130M) + 2 Ag(s) at 298K.
(Given: Eº (Mg2+/Mg) = -2.37V, Eº (Ag+/Ag) = 0.80V )
47. Resistance and conductivity of a 100molm-3 KCl solution taken in a conductivity cell is found
to be 100Ω and 1.29 Sm-1 respectively. Calculate the conductivity and molar conductivity
when the same cell filled with 20 molm-3 KCl solution having a resistance 520Ω.
48. Show that in a first order reaction, the time required for completion of 75% reaction is two
times of half life period of a reaction.
49. The rate constants of a reaction at 500K and 700K are 0.02 s -1 and 0.07 s-1 respectively.
Calculate the value of activation energy.
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Sub Code: 34 II PUC : MODEL QUESTION PAPER – 2 No. of Questions: 49
TIME : 3 hours 15min. SUB : CHEMISTRY MAX.MARKS:70
General Instructions:
1. The question paper has five parts having 49 questions. All the parts are compulsory.
2. a. PART-A carries 20 marks. Each question carries 1 mark.
b. PART-B carries 06 marks. Each question carries 2 marks.
c. PART-C carries 15 marks. Each question carries 3 marks.
d. PART-D carries 20 marks. Each question carries 5 marks.
e. PART-E carries 09 marks. Each question carries 3 marks.
3. In Part-A questions, first attempted answers will be considered for awarding marks
4. Write balanced chemical equations and draw neat labelled diagrams and graphs wherever
necessary.
5. Direct answers to numerical problems without detailed steps and specific unit for final
answer will not carry any marks.
6. Use log tables and simple calculator if necessary (use of scientific calculator is not allowed)
PART- A
I. Select the correct option from the given choices 15 x 1 = 15
1. The ratio of number of moles of each component to total number of moles of all components
is called.
a) Molarity b) Mole fraction
c) Molality d) Normality

2. The electrolysis of aqueous sodium chloride (NaCl) will produce

a) sodium at cathode and H2 at cathode b) Cl2 at anode and H2 gas at cathode
c) both sodium and Cl2 produced at cathode d) Na at cathode and Cl2 gas at anode

3. Specific conductance of an electrolyte

a) increases on dilution b) Decreases on dilution
c) does not depend on dilution d) None of these

4. For a chemical reaction with rise in temperature by 10 ºC, the rate constant is nearly
a) Triples b) Halved
c) Doubled d) Quadrupled

5. The oxidation state of manganese in KMnO 4

a) +3 b) +2 c) +7 d) +6

6. Bidentate ligand among the following is

a) CN¯ b) NH3 c) CO d) en

7. In case of optically active alkyl halides, the product of nucleophilic substitution reaction has
inverted configuration. What is the mechanism involved?
a) SN1 b) Electrophilic substitution
c) Electrophilic addition d) SN2

8. The major product obtained when methyl phenyl ether reacts with hydrogen iodide is
a) Cumene b) Methoxy benzene
c) Benzaldehyde d) Phenol

9. The white precipitate obtained when phenol reacts with Bromine water is
a) 2,4,6-Tribromophenol b) 2,3,5-Tribromophenol
c) 2,6-Dibromophenol d) 2,4-Dibromophenol
 10. Aldehydes and ketones answer Aldol condensation reaction due to
a) Acidic nature of β-Hydrogen b) Acidic nature of α-Hydrogen
c) Basic nature of β-Hydrogen d) Basic nature of α-Hydrogen

11. Bromination of Benzoic acid gives

a) o-Bromobenzoic acid b) m-Bromobenzoic acid
c) p-Bromobenzoic acid d) mixture of o- and p-Bromobenzoic acid

12. Reduction of nitriles in the presence of H 2/Ni gives

a) Primary amine b) Secondary amine
c) Tertiary amine d) Amide

13. The product formed when aniline reacts with NaNO 2 and HCl at 273-278 K is
a) Benzene diazonium chloride b) Ethylbenzene
c) Nitrobenzene d) Phenol

14. Which of the following bases is not present in RNA

a) Adenine b) Uracil c) Thymine d) Cytosine

15. Night blindness is due to the deficiency of vitamin

a) A b) D c) K d) E

II. Fill in the blanks by choosing the appropriate word from those given in brackets: 5 x 1 = 5
(addition, aniline, substitution, decreases, increase, bend)

16. The tanks used by scuba divers are filled with air diluted with helium to avoid ________.
17. The rate can be obtained in terms of ________ in concentration of products.
18. The trend of basicity of lanthanide hydroxide ________ across the lanthanide series.
19. Alkyl halides are converted into alcohols by ________.
20. ________ can not be prepared by Gabriel synthesis.

PART-B
III. Answer any THREE of the following questions. Each question carries two marks. 3 x 2 = 06
21. Mention any two factors which affects the solubility of a gas in liquid.
22. Define (i) Threshold energy (ii) Activation energy
23. Write the facial (fac-) and meridional (mer-) isomeric structure of [Co(NH3)3(NO2)3].
24. Explain Darzen’s reaction with an example.
25. Write the IUPAC name of (i) CH3CH2CHO and (iii) CH3COCH3
26. Write the Haworth structure of Lactose.

PART – C
IV. Answer any THREE of the following questions. Each question carries 3 marks. 3 x 3 = 09
27. a) Write the atomic number of transition element ‘A’ having the electronic configuration
[Ar]3d5 in +3 oxidation state.
b) Why spin only magnetic moment of Sc+3 and Ti+4 is zero?
c) Why 2nd ionization enthalpy of Cu is exceptionally high?
28. a) Draw the structure of dichromate ion (Cr2O72-).
 b) The acidified potassium dichromate reacts with potassium iodide and oxidizes it to I 2.
What is the oxidation state of chromium in the products of the reaction.
c) The acidified potassium permanganate reacts with potassium iodide and oxidizes it to I 2.
What is the oxidation state of manganese in the products of the reaction.
29. Write any three differences between Lanthanides and actinides
30. a) Give an example for ambidentate ligands?
b) Write the structure of an hexadentate ligand EDTA.
c) Write the IUPAC name of [Co(NH3)5Br]SO4.
31. Using Valence Bond Theory (VBT), explain the geometry, hybridization and magnetic property
of [Ni(CO)4]. (Given: Z for Ni is 28)
32. a) Write any one limitation of Werner’s theory of coordination complexes.
b) On the basis of crystal field theory, write the electronic configuration of d 5 in terms of t2g
and eg in octahedral complex when ∆o<P
c) Mention any one importance of coordination compounds in the field of biology

V. Answer any TWO of the following questions. Each question carries 3 marks. 2 x 3 = 06
33. State Raoult’s law of a binary solution for two volatile components. Draw a graph of vapour
pressure against mole fraction of two volatile liquids forming an ideal solution.
34. Write the diagram of Daniel cell and write its half cell reaction.
35. a) What is secondary cell? Give an example.
b) Name any one method to prevent corrosion.
36. Derive the relation between half life and initial concentration of a zero order reaction.

PART- D
VI. Answer any FOUR of the following questions. Each question carries 5 marks. 4 x 5 = 20
37. a) Write any three difference between SN1 and SN2 reaction.
b) identify A and B in the following reaction

38. a) Write the mechanism of acid catalysed dehydration of ethanol to ethene.

b) Explain Kolbe’s reaction.
39. a) Explain Reimer-Tiemann reaction with an example.
b) How do you prepare Methoxyethane by Williamson reaction?
c) Name the organic compound formed when phenol is distilled with Zn dust.
40. a) What is Wolf-Kishner reduction? Write the general equation.
b) Explain Gattermann-Koch reaction with a suitable example.
 c) Name a test to distinguish between aldehydes and ketones.
41. a) Explain nitration of benzoic acid
b) What is the effect of electron withdrawing group on the acidity of carboxylic acid? Give
reason.
c) Methanoic acid do not shows Hell-Volhard-Zelinsky reaction. Give reason.
42. a) Explain Carbylamine reaction with an example.
b) How is Hinsberg reagent useful in distinguishing the primary and tertiary amine?
c) Which is more basic among aqueous solution of aniline and ammonia?
43. a) What are essential amino acids? Give an example.
b) Name the storage polysaccharide present only in plants. Mention the name of its
monomer.
c) Name the male sex hormone.

PART E
VI. Answer any THREE of the following questions. Each question carries 3 marks. 3 x 3 = 09
44. One gram of sucrose (Molecular mass =342g/mol) is dissolved in 100mL of solution at 25 ºC.
Calculate the osmotic pressure.
45. Addition of 0.643g of a compound to 50mL of a liquid (density=0.879g/mol) lowers the
freezing point from 5.51 ºC to 5.03 ºC. Calculte the molar mass of the compound (K f for
benzene =5.12Kkgmol-1)
46. Calculate the emf of the cell in which following reaction takes place.

47. The Molar conductance of NaCl, HCl, CH 3COONa at infinite dilution are 126.45, 426.16 and
91.0 Ω-1cm2mol-1 respectively at 25 ºC. Calculate the molar conductance of CH 3COOH at
infinite dilution.
48. A first order reaction is 50% completed in 2 hours. What is the time required for the
completion of 80% of the reaction?
49. The ratio of rate constants of a reaction at 300K and 291 K is 2. Calculate the energy of
activation. (Given R=8.314 JK-1mol-1)

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 Model Paper 1 - issued by KSEEB
Subject : Chemistry (34)

PART- A
I. Answer ALL the following questions: [10 × 1 = 10]
1. State Henry's law.
2. What is the conclusion drawn when Vant Hoff's factor of a solution is less than one?
3. How molar conductivity varies with dilution?
4. Mention one criterion for intermolecular collisions of two reactants to be effective.
5. Name the metal that is refined by Van Arkel method.
6. Name the first noble gas compound prepared by Neil Bartlett?
7. Give an example for Heteroleptic complex.
8. Write the IUPAC name for CH3-CH(CH3)-CH2Cl.

9. Give the name of the product X.

10. Name the storage polysaccharide present in animals.

PART- B
II. Answer any FIVE of the following questions: [5 × 2 = 10]
11. (a) Give one example of a paramagnetic substance.
(b) Which type of binding force existing in ice?
12. Write anodic and cathodic half-cell reactions taking place in Daniel cell.
13. Show that for first order reaction t87.5% = 3 t50%.
14. What is lanthanide contraction ? What is the cause for it?
15. How do you convert bromoethane into tertiary-butyl ethyl ether? Give the chemical equation
of the reaction.
16. What is Stephen's reaction? Give the chemical equation of the reaction.
17. What is the therapeutic action of (a) Paracetamol (b) Barbituric Acid.
 18. What are anionic detergents? Give an example.

PART - C
IlI. Answer any FIVE of the following questions: [5 × 3 = 15]
19. Explain the extraction of aluminium from purified alumina by Hall-Heroult process.
20. Explain manufacture of nitric acid by Ostwald's process.
21. (a) How is ozonised oxygen prepared?
(b) Write the structure of sulphurous acid.
22. (a) How does phosphorus react with a limited amount of chlorine? Give equation
(b) What is the product obtained by the reaction between fluorine in excess of bromine?
23. (a) 3d Transition metals and their compounds are good catalysts. Give two reasons.
(b) Give the formula for the calculation of spin only magnetic moment.
24. Explain the manufacture of Potassium dichromate from chromite ore.
25. Using VBT explain,
(i) Geometry of the complex
(ii) Type of hybridization, in the complex ion [CoF6]3-.
(iii) Is it an inner or outer orbital complex?
26. (a) Draw the structures of cis -trans isomers for [Pt (NH3)2.Cl2].
(b) How many ions are produced from the aqueous solution of complex K3[Al(C2O4)3]

PART - D
IV. Answer any THREE of the following questions: [3 × 5 = 10]
27. (a) Calculate the packing efficiency in a Face Centred Cubic lattice.
(b) If a metal with atomic mass 209 crystallises in a simple cubic lattice, what is the edge
length of its unit cell ? (Given d = 91.5 kg m-3),

28. (a) 5.8g of a non-volatile solute was dissolved in 100g of carbon disulphide (Molar mass =
76). The vapour pressure of the solution was found to be 190mmHg. Calculate the molecular
mass of the solute. The vapour pressure of pure carbon disulphide 195 mm Hg.
(b) What are azeotropes? Give an example.

29. (a) The resistance of the M/10 solution is found to be 2.5 X103 Ω. Calculate molar
conductance (Given Cell constant = 1.15 cm-1)
(b) Mention two general methods for prevention of corrosion.
 30. (a) Derive an expression for the rate constant of a first order reaction.
(b) What is the effect of a positive catalyst on the energy of activation?

31. (a) Mention two factors which affect adsorption of a gas on a solid.
(b) Is synthesis of ammonia by Haber's process a homogeneous or heterogeneous catalysis?
(c) State Hardy-Schulze rule. Among Al2(SO4)3 and (NH4)3PO4 which is better coagulating
agent for a negative sol?

V. Answer any FOUR of the following questions: [4 × 5 = 10]

32. (a) Complete the following reaction and write its name
2C6H5Cl + 2Na ——Dry ether—→ ? + 2NaCI
(b) Explain Zaitsev rule with an example.
(c) A haloalkane when boiled with aqueous KOH which gives an alcohol having inversed
configuration. Name the mechanism involved in this reaction.

33. (a) Explain the mechanism involved in the conversion of ethanol into ethene.
(b) An organic compound with molecular formula C6H6O gives white precipitate with
bromine water. Identify the functional group in the organic compound and write the chemical
equation for the reaction.

34. (a) Explain Cannizaro's reaction with an example.

(b) Name the product obtained by the reaction of acetyl chloride with dimethylcadmium.
(c) Explain the reaction between carboxylic acid and PCl5

35. (a)Explain carbylamine reaction by taking methyl amine as an example.

(b) Why do primary amines have higher boiling point than tertiary amines?
(c) Give an example for a coupling reaction of diazonium salt and give its chemical equation.

36. (a) Deficiency of which vitamin leads to night blindness ?

(b) Which hormone is responsible for hyperthyroidism ?
(c) What is a Zwitter ion of an amino acid? Give its general formula.
(d) What is a nucleotide ?
37. (a) What are Elastomers? Give an example.
(b) Write the partial structure of nylon 6, 6 and Bakelite.
(c) What is vulcanization of rubber?
 Model Paper 2 - issued by KSEEB
Subject : Chemistry (34)

PART- A
I. Answer ALL the following questions: [10 × 1 = 10]
1. Define the term molality.
2. How does the enthalpy change during the formation of a non-ideal solution of two liquids
showing positive deviation from Raoult's law?
3. What is a primary electrochemical cell?
4. For the reaction 2NH3(g) ——1130K/Mo —→ N2(g) + 3H2(g), what is the order?
5. What do you mean by selectivity of a catalyst?
6. Give the chemical composition of Copper matte.
7. Name the noble gas that is radioactive?
8. Write the general equation of the preparation of alkyl chlorides from alcohols using SOCl
9. What are acetals?
10. Name the water insoluble component of the starch?

PART- B
II. Answer any FIVE of the following questions: [5 × 2 = 10]
11. An element having atomic mass 60 amu has an FCC unit cell. The edge length of the unit cell
is 4×102 pm. Find the density of the unit cell.
12. Write two applications of Kohlrausch law.
13. The half-life period of a certain reaction is directly proportional to initial concentration of the
reactant. Predict the order of the reaction and write the expression to calculate the half-life
period of the reaction.
14. Give two consequences of lanthanoids contraction.
15. Complete the following reaction;
(i) CH3CH2OH—Cu/300oC —→ ?
(ii) R–COOH → RCH2OH. Name the reagent used in the conversion?
16. How does ketone react with ethylene glycol? Write a chemical equation for the reaction.
17. What are analgesics? Give an example for non-narcotic analgesics.
 18. What are artificial sweeteners? Give an example.

PART - C
IlI. Answer any FIVE of the following questions: [5 × 3 = 15]
19. On the basis of Ellingham's diagram, explain the principle of extraction of iron from its oxide
ore.
20. Explain the principles involved in the manufacture of ammonia by Haber's process.
21. Complete the following equations
(a) 5SO2+MnO4- —→ 5 SO42- +4H+
(b)5SO3 + Conc.H2SO4 —→
(c)2KClO3 —MnO2→
22. (a) Explain the action of Conc. HCl on KMnO4 crystals.
(b) Write the structure of perchloric acid.
23. (a)Transition metals show variable oxidation states. Explain.
(b) Which metal of the 3d-series exhibits the maximum number of oxidation states?
24. How is K2Cr2O7 manufactured from chromite ore.
25. Using valence bond theory (VBT), account for the geometry, type of hybridization and
magnetic property of [NiCl4]2-
26. Define linkage isomerism of coordination compounds. Give an example.

PART - D
IV. Answer any THREE of the following questions: [3 × 5 = 10]
27. (a) Calculate the packing efficiency in BCC lattice.
(b) Calculate the number of particles per unit cell in FCC.

28. (a) Acetone boils at 56.38°C and a solution of 1.41g of an organic compound in 20 g of
acetone boils at 56.88°C. Calculate the molar mass of the organic compound (Given Kb for
acetone = 1.67 K kg/mol).
(b) What is reverse Osmosis? Mention one important application of it.

29. (a) Standard EMF of the cell; Cu| Cu2+ (1M) || Ag+(1M) |Ag , 0.46 V at 25 °C. Find the value of
standard free energy change for the reaction that occurs in the cell.
(b) Draw the neat labelled diagram of SHE and write its symbolic representation.
 30. (a) Derive the integrated rate equation for a zero order reaction.
(b) Give any two differences between order and molecularity of reaction.

31. (a) Write any two differences between lyophilic sols and lyophobic sols.
(b) What are the differences between physisorption and chemisorption ?
(c) Give an example for homogeneous catalysis.

V. Answer any FOUR of the following questions: [4 × 5 = 10]

32. (a) (i) Name the organic product formed when chloroalkane is heated with concentrated
solution of sodium iodide (NaI) in acetone?
(ii) Write the chemical equation for the hove reaction.
(iii) Name the above reaction.
(b) Explain Fittig's reaction with an equation.

33. (a) Organic compounds A, B and C are aliphatic saturated hydroxyl compounds when the
react with Lucas reagent (anhyd. ZnCl2 + conc. HCI ), the following observations are made
(i) Compound A gave turbidity immediately.
(ii) Compound B gave turbidity after five minutes.
(iii) Compound C gave turbidity only on heating.
Identify the tune of compounds A, B and C.
(b) Complete the equation: C6H5COOH + HOC6H5 — H+→
(c) Name the main organic product formed when anisole is reacted with HI.

34. (a) Which of the following organic compounds undergoes Cannizzaro's reaction?
(i) CH3CHO (ii) HCHO
(b) Write the mechanism of addition of HCN to carbonyl compounds.
(c) Explain the conversion of carboxylic acid into an acid amide. Give the general chemical
equation.

35. (a) Explain Mendius reduction with an equation.

(b)When aniline is treated with HNO3 at 273-278 K, benzene diazonium chloride is formed.
Write the equation and name the reaction.
(c) What is Hinsberg's reagent?
36. (a) Write the Haworth's structure of sucrose.
(b) What are non-essential amino acids?
(c) Name the heterocyclic N-containing base present only in DNA but not in RNA.
(d) Vitamin-C cannot be stored in the body. Give a reason.

37. (a) Which among the following is a homopolymer and a co-polymer : (i) Nylon-6,6 (ii) PVC
(b) How is Buna-N prepared ? Write the equation.
(c) Give one example for a non-biodegradable polymer.
 Model Paper 3 - issued by KSEEB
Subject : Chemistry (34)

PART- A
I. Answer ALL the following questions: [10 × 1 = 10]
1. What is the effect of increase in temperature on the solubility of gas in a liquid?
2. Define osmotic pressure.
3. Mention the concentration of H+ ions in the solution used in SHE
4. From the following plot, predict the order of the reaction.

5. 2SO2 (g)+O2 —→SO3 . Is this following reaction an example for homogeneous or

heterogeneous catalysis ?
6. Name the depressant used in separation of ZnS from PbS by froth floatation process.
7. Which noble gas does not occur in nature?
8. R-X + Nal —— Dry Acetone —→ R-I + NaX. This reaction is known as
9. Give reason: Acetic acid is soluble in water.
10. Among the following which is a fat soluble vitamin [Vitamin-B12, Vitamin-C, Vitamin-D]

PART- B
II. Answer any FIVE of the following questions: [5 × 2 = 10]
11. Give two differences between p-type & n-type semiconductors.
12. What is limiting molar conductivity? Represent graphically the variation in molar
conductivity with concentration for acetic acid.
13. Rate constant of a first order reaction is 6.93 × 10-3 min-1. Calculate the half-life period.
14. (i) What is actinide contraction?
(ii) Which is the common oxidation state exhibited by actinides?
 15. How do you prepare diethyl ether by dehydration of ethanol?
16. How do you convert benzamide to benzoic acid?
17. Give one example each for (i) Tranquilizer (ii) Antiseptic.
18. What is saponification ? Explain with an example?

PART - C
IlI. Answer any FIVE of the following questions: [5 × 3 = 15]
19. How copper is refined by electrolytic method.
20. (i) Write the structure & mention basicity of hypo phosphorous acid.
(ii) Which gas is liberated when zinc reacts with dil HNO3?
21. Draw the flowchart for the manufacture of sulphuric acid by Contact process. Name the
catalyst used in the process.
22. (i)Give any two reasons for the anomalous behaviour of fluorine.
(ii)Give one example of interhalogen compounds.
23. What are interstitial compounds? Write any two characteristics of interstitial compounds.
24. (i) Write the two chemical equations to chow the inter conversion of chromates &
dichromates in aqueous solution.
(ii)Complete the equation : 5C2O42- + 2MnO4- + 16H+ →
25. With the help of valence bond theory account for the geometry & magnetic property of
[Co(NH3)6]3+
26. (i)What is an ambidentate ligand? Name the type of structural isomerism that arises in the
coordination compound containing such a ligand.
(ii) Give the IUPAC name of K2[Zn(OH)4]

PART - D
IV. Answer any THREE of the following questions: [3 × 5 = 10]
27. (a) Calculate the packing efficiency in a CP crystal lattice.
(b) What is the number of particles per unit cell of a simple cube ?

28. (a) Calculate the osmotic pressure of 0.05% urea solution in water at 20°C.
[Given R = 0.0821 L atm mol-1K-1] [ Molar mass of urea = 60 g mol-1]
(b)Give two general characteristics of an ideal solution of two liquids.

29. (a)Calculate the emf of the cell in which the following reaction takes place
 Ni(s) + 2Ag+(0.002M) → Ni2+(0.160M) + 2Ag(s) [Given that E° cell = 1.05V]
(b) A galvanic cell after use is recharged by passing current through it. What type of cell is
it? Give an example.

30. (a) Rate constants of a reaction at 300 K & 400K are 0.034S-1 & 0.136S-1 respectively.
Calculate the activation energy for the reaction [Given: R = 8.314JK-1 mol-1]
(b) Derive the expression for half-life of zero order reaction.

31. (a) Mention two applications of adsorption.

(b) What are emulsions? Give an example for O/W emulsion.
(c) What is the cause for the Brownian movement?

V. Answer any FOUR of the following questions: [4 × 5 = 10]

32. (a) Explain SN2? mechanism with an example.
(b) Name the product formed when chloromethane reacts with
(i)aqueous KOH (ii) alcoholic AgCN
(c) Give an example of a polyhalogen compound.

33. (a) Explain esterification reaction between acetic acid & ethyl alcohol as an example.
(b)Why is the boiling point of alcohol greater than the boiling point of hydrocarbons of
comparable molar masses ?
(c) What is the effect of the -NO2 group on the acidic strength of phenol? Give a reason.

34. (a) Explain Etard reaction.

(b) Name the products A & B in the following reaction.
(c) Name the reagent used in the decarboxylation of carboxylic acid.

35. (a) How do you convert benzene diazonium chloride into chlorobenzene? Name the reaction.
(b)Explain Hoffmann Bromamide reaction with an example.

36. (a) Write the Haworth structure of maltose.

(b) What are hormones? Give one biological function of insulin.
(c) What are nucleosides?
37. (a) Name the monomers of Nylon-6,6.
(b) How is Neoprene prepared? Give equation.
(c) Give an example of a thermoplastic polymer.
 Model Paper 4 - issued by KSEEB
Subject : Chemistry (34)

PART- A
I. Answer ALL the following questions: [10 × 1 = 10]
1. Define VantHaff's factor.
2. What are isotonic solutions?
3. Mention the S.I unit for molar conductivity.
4. For the reaction A+B → products .The rate becomes doubled when concentration of only A
is increased by two times, the rate is increased by four times, when the concentration of B
alone is doubled what is the order of the reaction?
5. Name the enzyme used in the inversion of cane sugar.
6. Name the method used for refining of Zirconium.
7. Complete the reaction XeF4 + O2F2 → A+O2. Identify A.
8. What is a Recemic mixture ?
9. Name the product obtained when acetaldehyde reacts with Hydroxylamine.
10. Name the nitrogenous base present in RNA only.

PART- B
II. Answer any FIVE of the following questions: [5 × 2 = 10]
11. Silver forms CCP lattice and x-ray studies of its crystals show that the edge length of its unit
cell is 408.6 pm. Calculate the density of silver. [Atomic mass of Ag= 107.9u]
12. What is corrosion? Mention a general method to prevent it.
13. Write the Arrhenius equation and mention what each term stands for.
14. Any two differences between Lanthanides and Actinides.
15. How does Acetyl chloride react with Anisole in presence of anhydrous aluminium chloride
catalyst ? Write the chemical equation of the reaction.
16. What are the effects of the electron withdrawing and electron donating groups on acidity of
carboxylic acids ?
17. What are antacids ? Give an example.
18. What are food preservatives ? Give one example
 PART - C
IlI. Answer any FIVE of the following questions: [5 × 3 = 15]
19. How is pure alumina obtained from Bauxite by the leaching process?
20. Write the reactions that take place during the manufacture of nitric acid by Ostwald's process.
21. (i) What happens when potassium chlorate is heated in the presence of MnO2. Write the
equation for the reaction.
(ii) Draw the structure of sulphuric acid.
22. (i) How is chlorine prepared by using MnO2?
(ii) Complete the reaction : NH3 + Cl2(excess) →
23. d-block elements form coordination compounds . Give reasons.
24. How is potassium dichromate prepared from the chromite ore ?
25. Mention the geometry, magnetic property and type of hybridization in [Ni(CN)4]2- complex.
26. Write any three postulates of Werner's theory of complexes.

PART - D
IV. Answer any THREE of the following questions: [3 × 5 = 10]
27. (a) Calculate the packing efficiency in body centred cubic crystals.
(b) Calculate the number of particles per unit cells in f.c.c.

28. (a) The boiling point of benzene is 353.23K .when 1.80 g of a non volatile, non electrolytic
solute was dissolved in 90 g of benzene, the boiling point was raised to 354.11 K. Calculate
the molar mass of the solute. [Kb for benzene =2.53K.kg mol-1]
(b) Write two differences between ideal and non ideal solutions of two liquids.

29. (a) Calculate the standard free energy change for the following reaction occurring in the
galvanic cell at 298 K. [Given E° Mg2+/Mg = - 2.37 V and E° Al3+/AI = -1.66V]
3Mg(s) + 2Al3+ (aq) → 3Mg2+ (aq) +2 Al (s)
(b) What is the primary battery?

30. (a) Derive the integrated rate equation for the rate constant of a first order reaction
(b) What is a pseudo first order reaction?

31. (a) Complete and balance the following reactions

SO2 + H2S (oxidation) →
 FeCl3 + H2O (hydrolysis) →
(b) Mention two characteristics of enzyme catalysis.
(c) What is the sign of ΔS for the adsorption of gas on solids ?

V. Answer any FOUR of the following questions: [4 × 5 = 10]

32. (a) Explain SN1 mechanism by taking tertiary butyl bromide as an example.
(b) What is Wurtz Fitting's reaction ? Give an example.

33. (a) How is phenol manufactured by cumene process ? Give the chemical equations of the
reaction involved.
(b) How do you prepare ethanol by using the Grignard Reagent ?

34. (a) How is Benzol chloride converted into benzaldehyde ? Name the reaction
(b) Write the chemical equation for the reaction between dilute NaH and acetaldehyde.
Mention the name of the product formed.

35. (a) Explain how is Hinberg's reagent is used to distinguish the primary, secondary and
tertiary amines.
(b) Write the chemical reactions involved in the conversion of aniline into phenol.

36. (a) What are carbohydrates ? How are they classified ?

(b) What is a peptide bond ? How many peptide bonds are present in a tetra peptide ?

37. (a) (i) What are condensation polymers ? Give an example.

(ii) Give the IUPAC name of the monomer of natural rubber.
(b) What are Biodegradable polymers ? Give an example.
 Model Paper 5 - issued by KSEEB
Subject : Chemistry (34)

PART- A
I. Answer ALL the following questions: [10 × 1 = 10]
1. At a given temperature and pressure nitrogen gas is more soluble in water than Helium gas.
Which one of them has higher value of KH?
2. On mixing equal volumes of acetone and ethanol, what type of deviation from Raoult’s law is
expected?
3. What happens to molar conductivity when one mole of KCl dissolved in one litre is diluted to
five litres?
4. What happens to the half life period for a first order reaction, if the initial concentration of
the reactants is increased?
5. Name the process usually employed for the purification of Nickel.
6. Identify the product ‘A’ in the following reaction XeF6 + 3H2O → A + 6HF
7. How many moles of AgCl will be precipitated when an excess of AgNO3 solution is added to
one molar solution of [CrCl (H2O)5] Cl2?
8. Name the organic product formed when chlorobenzene is treated with sodium in dry ether.
9. Name the above reaction.

10. Deficiency of which vitamin causes the disease pernicious anaemia?

PART- B
II. Answer any FIVE of the following questions: [5 × 2 = 10]
11. What is meant by the term coordination number in solids? What is the coordination number
in a face centred cubic close packing structure?
 12. State Faraday’s first law of electrolysis. For the electrode reaction Zn2+ + 2e- → Zn(s), What
quantity of electricity in coulombs is required to deposit one mole of zinc.
13. A reaction is first order with respect to the reactant A and second order with respect to the
reactant B in a reaction A + B → product.
(i) Write the differential rate equation.
(ii) How is the rate of the reaction affected by increasing the concentration of B by two
times?
14. Give any two differences between lanthanoids and actinoids.
15. Name the product formed when phenol is treated with an acidified solution of Na2Cr2O7.
Give an equation.
16. Identify A and B in the following reaction:

17. What is the role of these as food additives?

1. Sodium benzoate
2. Aspartame
18. Explain saponification of oils/fats with equation.

PART - C
IlI. Answer any FIVE of the following questions: [5 × 3 = 15]
19. Describe the three steps involved in the leaching of bauxite to get pure Alumina (equations
not expected).
20. Write the equations involved in the preparation of nitric acid by Ostwald’s process by
maintaining the reaction conditions.
21. Complete the following equations:
(a) CH4 + 2O2 →
(b) 2Fe3+ + SO2 + 2H2O →
22. (a) Which is the strongest acid among the hydrogen halides? Give one reason [X = F, Cl, Br,
I]. (b) Write the structure of Chloric acid (HClO3).
23. Give reason (one each) for the following:
(a) Transition metals are good catalytic agents.
(b) Second ionisation enthalpy of copper is very high.
 (c) The spin only magnetic moment of Sc3+ is zero (Z = 21).
24. Write the equations involved in the preparation of Potassium Dichromate from Chromite ore.
25. With the help of Valence bond theory account for hybridisation, geometry and magnetic
property of [Ni(CN)4]2- complex ion [Z for Ni = 28]
26. (a) For the given complex. [Co(NH3)5Br]SO4, write the IUPAC name and its ionisation
isomer.
(b) Which set of d-orbitals of metal ion/atom experience more repulsion in the octahedral
field created by the ligand?

PART - D
IV. Answer any THREE of the following questions: [3 × 5 = 10]
27. (a) Calculate the packing efficiency in a unit cell of Cubic Close Packing (CCP) structure.
(b) Name the crystal defect which lowers the density in an ionic crystal.

28. (a) A solution containing 18g of non-volatile non-electrolyte solute is dissolved in 200 g of
water freezes at 272.07K. Calculate the molecular mass of solute. Given: Kf = 1.86 K
kg/mol. freezing point of water = 273 K.
(b) Define isotonic solution. What happens when the blood cell is dipped in a solution
containing more than normal saline concentration?

29. (a) Calculate the EMF of the cell for the reaction
Mg(s) + 2Ag+(aq) → +Mg2+(aq) + 2Ag(s)
[Given : E0Mg2+ / Mg = -2.37V] [E0Ag+ / Ag = -0.80V]
[Mg2+] = 0.001M; [Ag+] = 0.0001 M; log 105 = 5
(b) What are fuel cells?

30. (a) Derive integrated rate equation for the first order reaction.
(b) According to collision theory, what are the two factors that lead to effective collisions?

31. (a) Write any two differences between physisorption and chemisorption.
(b) Name the phenomenon/effect for the following:
1. Colloidal particles are in zig-zag motion.
2. When an electrical potential is applied across two platinum electrodes dipping in a
colloidal solution, particles move towards one or the other electrodes.
 3. Scattering of light by colloidal soil.

V. Answer any FOUR of the following questions: [4 × 5 = 10]

32. (a) Write equations for the steps in SN1 mechanism of the conversion of tert butyl bromide
into tertbutyl alcohol.
(b) Identify the products A, B and C in the following equation.

33. (a) Write the mechanism of acid catalysed dehydration of ethanol to ethene.
(b) Explain Williamson’s reaction. Write the general equation.

34. (a) Write the organic compound formed in the following equations.

(b) Explain HVZ (Hell – Volhard – Zelinsky) reaction with an equation.

35. (a) Identify the reactant ‘A’ in the following reaction: A + 2R – X → R4N+X-
(b) Explain Hoffmann’s bromamide degradation reaction for the preparation of methanamine.
(c) Which is more basic among aqueous solutions of aniline and ammonia? Give one reason.

36. (a) Write Haworth structure for lactose.

(b) What is meant by denaturation of proteins? Which level of structure remains intact during
denaturation of globular protein?
(c) Name the base present only in DNA but not in RNA.
37. (a) Write the partial structure of
(i) Neoprene
(ii) Terylene (Dacron)
(iii)Nylon-6
(b) Explain the preparation of Buna-N with the equation.
 Model Paper 6 - issued by KSEEB
Subject : Chemistry (34)

PART- A
I. Answer ALL the following questions: [10 × 1 = 10]
1. On what factor the value of colligative property depends?
2. Give an example for a liquid solution in which the solute is gas.
3. How many Coulombs of electricity required to oxidise one mole of Al to Al3+?
4. In a zero order reaction, the time taken to reduce the concentration of reactant from 50% to
25% is 30 minutes. What is the time required to reduce the concentration from 25% to
12.5%?
5. Name the enzyme used in the inversion of cane sugar.
6. Which metal is refined by Van-Arkel method?
7. Name the noble gas which does not have general noble gas electronic configuration ns2np6.
8. What is the name of reaction?

9. Which oxidising agent used in Etard – reaction?

10. Write the general structure of Zwitter ion.

PART- B
II. Answer any FIVE of the following questions: [5 × 2 = 10]
11. Give any two differences between Frenkel and Schottky defects.
12. State : 1. Kohlrausch’s law 2. Faraday first law of electrolysis
13. Calculate the half-life period of a first order reaction, if the rate constant of the reaction is
6.93 × 10-3 S-1.
14. Give reasons:
(i) Actinoids show variable oxidation states.
(ii) Cerium (Ce) exhibits + 4 oxidation state.
15. (a) Write the IUPAC name of major product formed in Friedel – Crafts acylation of anisole.
(b) Complete the reaction.
 16. How are carboxylic acid prepared from Grignard reagent?
17. What are antibiotics? Give an example.
18. What is Saponification? Give the equation to form sodium stearate by this method.

PART - C
IlI. Answer any FIVE of the following questions: [5 × 3 = 15]
19. Explain the reducing behaviour of carbon in the extraction of iron using the Ellingham
diagram.
20. (a) Name the gas liberated when zinc reacts with dil. HNO3.
(b) Give reason:
(i) PH3 has lower boiling point than NH3
(ii)Nitrogen is less reactive at room temperature.
21. Give the principles involved in the manufacture of sulphuric acid by contact process with
equations.
22. (a) Complete the reaction : Cl2 + 2H2O + SO2 →
(b) (i) Which halogen has highest electron affinity or electron gain enthalpy?
(ii) Give the structure of perchloric acid.
23. (a) Why does 3d – series elements exhibit variable oxidation states ?
(b) Calculate the magnetic moment of Mn2+ ion. [Atomic number of Mn=25]
24. Describe the manufacture of potassium dichromate from chromite ore.
(i) Preparation of K2Cr2O7 from chromite ore.
(ii) Effect of increasing pH on K2Cr2O7 Solution.
25. With the help of Valence Bond Theory (VBT) explain hybridisation, geometry and magnetic
property of [CoF6]3- hexafluorocobaltate (III) ion.
26. (a) What is the IUPAC name of [Cr(NH3)2 (H2O)3] Cl3?
(b) Give the facial (fac) and meridional (mer) isomeric structures of [Co(NH3)3 (NO2)3]

PART - D
IV. Answer any THREE of the following questions: [3 × 5 = 10]
 27. (a) Calculate the packing efficiency in Body Centred Cubic (BCC) lattice.
(b) An element having atomic mass 107.9 gmol-1 has a free unit cell. The edge length of the
unit cell is 4.8 ,6 pm. Calculate the density of the unit cell. [Given NA = 6.002 x 1023 mol-1].

28. (a) The boiling point of benzene is 353.23 K when 1.80 g of a non-volatile, non-ionising
solute was dissolved in 90 g of benzene, the boiling point is raised to 354.11 K. Calculate the
molar mass of the solute.
(b) Write two differences between ideal and non-ideal solutions.

29. (a) Draw the neat labelled diagram of Standard Hydrogen Electrode (SHE) and write its
symbolic representation.
(b) Calculate the emf of the cell in which the following reaction takes place.

30. (a) Derive integrated rate equation for rate constant of zero order reaction.
(b) Show that the rate of first order reaction is doubled when concentration of the reactant is
doubled.

31. (a) Give any two characteristics of chemisorption.

(b)What is meant by selectivity of a catalyst?
(c) Define:
1. Brownian movement
2. Tyndall effect

V. Answer any FOUR of the following questions: [4 × 5 = 10]

32. (a) (i) Explain the SN2 mechanism.
(ii) What is the reagent used in the conversion of alkyl halide into alkene?
(b) Complete the reaction.

(c) What are enantiomers?

33. (a) Explain Kolbe's reaction.

(b) Complete the reactions:
 (c) Write the general equation of Williamson’s ether synthesis.

34. (a) How would you prepare acetaldehyde from acetyl chloride ? Name the reaction.
(b) Name the reagent used in the conversion of ketone to hydrocarbon. Name the reaction.
(c) Acetaldehyde does not undergo Cannizzaro’s reaction. Why?

35. (a) Name the major product formed when nitrous acid is treated with
(i) Methylamine (ii)Aniline at low temperature.
(b) Explain the Hoffinann’s bromamide reaction.
(c) Write the IUPAC name of (CH3)2N-CH2-CH

36. (a) Give the Haworth structure of lactose.

(b) What are hormones? Give an example.
(c) Which nitrogenous base is present in DNA but not in RNA?

37. (a) How is neoprene prepared?

(b) What are biodegradable polymers? Give an example.
(c) What is vulcanisation?
 Model Paper 7 - issued by KSEEB
Subject : Chemistry (34)

PART- A
I. Answer ALL the following questions: [10 × 1 = 10]
1. Name the law behind the dissolution of CO2 gas in solf under high pressure?
2. Ornamental gold containing copper is an example for what type of solution ?
3. Which gas is evolved at cathode during the electrolysis of an aqueous solution of NaCl?
4. What happens to the half life period of a first order reaction if the initial concentration of the
reactants is increased ?
5. Out of physisorption and chemisorption, which one has lower enthalpy of adsorption ?
6. Give the composition of copper matte.
7. Noble gases are chemically inert give one reason ?
8. What is “Chirality”?
9. Complete the following chemical reaction.

10. Which hormone regulates the sugar level in the blood?

PART- B
II. Answer any FIVE of the following questions: [5 × 2 = 10]
11. Calculate the no of particles ( atoms) per unit cell in a FCC crystal lattice?
12. What are ferromagnetic substances? Give one example.
13. The rate constant of a certain first order reaction is 200 S-1. What is its half life period ?
14. Zr and Hf have almost identical radii give reason ?
15. Explain Kolbe’s reaction ?
16. Name the reaction?
 17. What is the role of following chemicals in food ?
(i) Saccharin (ii) Sodium benzoate
18. What are antifertility drugs? Give an example ?

PART - C
IlI. Answer any FIVE of the following questions: [5 × 3 = 15]
19. In the extraction of aluminium by electrolysis?
(i) Give the composition of electrolyte used
(ii) Overall cell reaction
(iii) Role of cryolite
20. Write the balanced chemical equation with condition involved in manufacture of nitric acid
by ostwald’s process.
21. Complete the following chemical equations
(i) PbS + 4O3 → PbSO4 + _____
(ii) Cu + 2H2SO4 → CuSO4 + _____ + 2H2O
(iii) Cl2 + 2H2O + SO2 → _____ + 2HCl
22. (a) How is chlorine prepared using KMnO4
(b) Why is I2 less reactive than ICl ?
23. (a) Calculate the spin only magnetic moment of Fe2+
(b) Why Sc3+ salts are colourless whereas Cr3+ salts are coloured.
24. Write the balanced equations in the manufacture of K2Cr2O7 from chromite ore?
25. Explain the hybridization, geometry and magnetic property of [CoF6]3- on the basis of
valence bond theory. [ Z of Go = 27]
26. (a) Write any two postulates of erner’s theory of Co- ordination compounds.
(b) Write the IUPAC name of [Pt(NH3)3(H2O)Cl2].

PART - D
IV. Answer any THREE of the following questions: [3 × 5 = 10]
27. (a) Calculate the packing efficiency in a body centred cubic (BCC) lattice.
(b) Silver forms a ccp lattice the edge length of his unit cell is 408.6 pm. Calculate the
density of silver. [NA = 6.022 × 1023]
 28. (a)5.8g of a non volatile solute was dissolved in 100 g carbon disulphide [CS2] The vapour
pressure of the solution was found to be 190 mm of Hg calculate the molar mass of the solute
given the vapour pressure of pure CS2 is 195 mm of Hg. [ Molar mass of CS2 = 76 gmol-1]
(b) Mention any two differences between Ideal and non ideal solutions.

29. (a) State Faraday's first law of electrolysis. Write its mathematical form, using usual
notations.
(b) State Kohlrausch law.
(c) Write the overall cell reaction taking place in Daniel cell.

30. (a) Derive the integrated rate equation for the rate constant of a Zero order reaction.
(b) Draw a graph of potential energy v/s reaction coordinate showing the effect of a catalyst
on activation energy.

31. (a) Mention any three differences between lyophilic and lyophobic colloids.
(b) What is heterogeneous catalysis ? Give an example ?

V. Answer any FOUR of the following questions: [4 × 5 = 10]

32. (a) Explain the mechanism of SN1 reaction taking 2-bromo - 2 methylpropane (t – butyl
bromide)
(b) Explain Wurtz – Fittig’s reaction.
(c) Write the general formula of grignard reagent.

33. (a) How is phenol manufactured by cumene process ?

(b) Among alcohols and phenols, which one is more acidic ? Why ?

34. (a) Explain the mechanism of addition of HCN of a carbonyl in presence of a base.
(b) How is benzamide obtained from benzoic acid ?

35. (a) Explain carbylamine reaction.

(b) What is the action of bromine water on benzenamine (Aniline) at room temp.
(c) The pkb values of Ammonia, methanamine and bezenamine (aniline) are 4.75, 3.38 &
9.38 respectively arrange them in the increasing order of their basic strength.
36. (a) How do you show that glucose contains a linear chain of six carbon atoms ?
(b) What are essential amino acids ? Is glycine an essential amino acid ?
(c) Write the general formula of the Zwitter ionic form of an amino acid.

37. (a) Explain addition polymerization with an example.

(b) Name the monomers used in the manufacture of Nylon- 6, 6.
(c) Write the partial structure of Neoprene.
 GOVERNMENT OF KARNATAKA
KARNATAKA STATE PRE-UNIVERSITY EDUCATION EXAMINATION BOARD
II YEAR PUC MODEL QUESTION PAPER (for -2021-22 academic year only)
SUBJECT CODE: 34 SUBJECT: CHEMISTRY
ENGLISH VERSION
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. The question paper has four parts. All parts are compulsory.
2. a. Part-A carries 10 marks. Each question carries 1 mark.
b. Part-B carries 10 marks. Each question carries 2 marks.
c. Part-C carries 15 marks. Each question carries 3 marks.
d. Part-D carries 35 marks. Each question carries 5 marks.
3. Write balance chemical equations and draw diagrams wherever necessary.
4. Use log tables and simple calculator if necessary (use of scientific calculator is not allowed).
PART-A
I. ANSWER ANY TEN OF THE FOLLOWING. EACH QUESTION CARRIES 1 MARK. 10X1 = 10
1. What are F-centres?
2. How does the enthalpy change on mixing two volatile liquids to form an ideal solution?
3. Give an example for natural semipermeable membrane.
4. What happens to molar conductivity when one mole of potassium chloride dissolved in one litre is diluted
to five litres?
5. Write the energy distribution curve showing temperature dependence of rate of a reaction.
6. Name the shape selective catalyst which converts alcohols directly into gasoline in petroleum industry.
7. What are co-enzymes?
8. Name the method used for concentration of sulphide ores.
9. Complete the reaction: XeF6 + 2H2O → ? + 4HF
10. Which element of 3d series has more number of unpaired electrons in the ground state?
11. Define the term racemisation.
12. Out of ortho & para nitrophenols, which one less volatile compound?
13. Mention the role of dry HCl in the addition of alcohols to carbonyl compounds.
14. Give an example for synthetic biodegradable polyamide copolymer.
15. Name the first popular artificial sweetening agent.
PART-B
II. ANSWER ANY FIVE OF THE FOLLOWING. EACH QUESTION CARRIES 2 MARKS. 5X2=10
16. Calculate the number of particles present per unit cell in a BCC unit cell.
17. State Henry’s law. Write its mathematical form.
18. Calculate the limiting molar conductivity of calcium chloride (CaCl2). Given that the limiting molar
conductivities of Ca2+ and Cl- ions are 119.0Scm2mol-1 and 76.3Scm2mol-1 respectively.
19. Write the symbolic representation of standard hydrogen electrode. Mention its standard electrode
potential value (E0).
20. What is the role of coke and lime stone during the extraction of cast iron using blast furnace.
21. Name the noble gas which does not have general noble gas electronic configuration ns 2np6. Name the
commercial source of this noble gas.
22. Explain Friedel-Crafts reaction with equation by taking chlorobenzene as example.
 23. How do you prepare propanamine by Hoffmann’s bromamide degradation reaction? Write the chemical
equation.
24. Why soap does not work in hard water?
25. Give an example each for. a. Anti-fertility drug b. Anionic detergents
PART-C
III. ANSWER ANY FIVE OF THE FOLLOWING. EACH QUESTION CARRIES 3MARKS. 5X3=15
26. Write the chemical equations involved in the leaching of pure alumina from bauxite ore.
27. With reaction conditions write the balanced chemical equations for the preparation of Nitric acid
(HNO3) by Ostwald’s process.
28. a. How is ozonised oxygen prepared in the laboratory? Write the chemical equation.
b. Complete the equation: CaO + H2O → ____. (2+1)
29. a. Which is the strongest acid among the hydrogen halides? Give one reason.
b. Write the structure of hypochlorous acid (HOCl). (2+1)
30. What are interstitial compounds? Write any two characteristics of interstitial compounds.
31. Write the balanced equation in the manufacture of potassium dichromate from chromite ore.
32. What is Lanthanoid contraction? Mention any two consequences of it.
33. Using Valence Bond Theory (VBT), explain hybridisation, geometry and magnetic property of
[Ni(CN)4]2- complex ion. (Z for Ni is 28).
34. Write the geometrical isomeric structures of [Co(NH 3)4Cl2]+. What is the coordination number of Cobalt
in this complex?
35. a. Give any two postulates of Werner’s theory of co-ordination compound.
b. Write the formula of the Potassium hexacyanidoferrate(III) (2+1)
PART-D
IV. ANSWER ANY THREE OF THE FOLLOWING. EACH QUESTION CARRIES 5MARKS. 3X5=15
36. a. Calculate the packing efficiency in Simple Cubic lattice.
b. Calcium metals crystallises in FCC with edge length of 556pm. Calculate the density of the metal.
(Atomic mass of Calcium = 40gmol-1, NA = 6.022 X 1023atoms). (3+2)
37. a. 1.00g of a non-electrolyte solute is dissolved in 50g of benzene lowers the freezing point of benzene
by 0.4K. The freezing point depression constant for benzene is 5.12KKgmol-1. Find the molar mass
of solute.
b. What is reverse osmosis? Mention its one practical utility. (3+2)
38. a. Calculate equilibrium constant for the reaction:
Cu(s) + 2Ag+(aq) → Cu+2(aq) + 2Ag(S); E0cell= +0.46V.
b. Suggest any two methods to prevent corrosion of iron. (3+2)
39. a. Derive an integrated rate equation for the rate constant of a zero order reaction.
b. According to collision theory, write two factors responsible for effective collision. (3+2)
40. a. The rate of a specific reaction doubles when the temperature changes from 350K to 360K. Calculate
the energy of activation. (3+2)
b. Show that the half life period of a first order reaction is independent of initial concentration of reacting species.
41. a. Give any three differences between Lyophilic and Lyophobic Colloids.
b. How does free energy and entropy change during adsorption of gas on solids? (3+2)
V. ANSWER ANY FOUR OF THE FOLLOWING. EACH QUESTION CARRIES 5MARKS. 4X5=20
42. a. Write the equation for the steps in SN1 mechanism for the conversion of tertiary butyl bromine into
tertiary butyl alcohol. Why Tertiary alkyl halides undergo SN1 reaction very fast?
b. Explain the reaction between ethyl bromide and magnesium metal. (3+2)
43. a. Write the three steps involved in the mechanism of acid catalyzed dehydration of ethanol to ethene.
b. How is phenol prepared from Aniline? Write the equation. (3+2)
44. a. Identify the products A and B in the following equation:

(CH3)3C – OCH3 A+B

b. Between phenol and alcohol, which is more acidic? Why? (2+2+1)
c. Name the enzyme which catalyses the conversion of glucose & fructose into ethanol.
45. a. Write the name of the following reactions:

i.

ii.

iii.
b. Write the chemical equation of Benzaldehyde with Acetophenone in the presence of dilute alkali at
293K. Give the name the major product obtained in this reaction. (3+2)
46. a. What is decarboxylation reaction? Give an example.
b. Explain Hell-Volhard-Zelinsky reaction.
c. Give reason: Benzoic acid does not undergo Friedel-Crafts reaction. (2+2+1)
47. a. Write the chemical name & the structure of Hinsberg’s reagent.
b. Explain carbyl amine reaction by taking ethanamine as an example.
c. Aniline is less basic than ammonia. Give reason. (2+2+1)
48. a. Write chemical reactions to show that
i. Glucose contains carbonyl groups.
ii. Glucose contains primary alcoholic group.
b. Write the Haworth’s structure of α-D-Maltose.
c. Deficiency of which vitamin causes the disease ‘Beri-Beri’? (2+2+1)
49. a. What are non-essential amino-acids? Give an example.
b. what is peptide bond? How many peptide bonds are in tripeptide?
c. Name the sugar moiety present in DNA. (2+2+1)
50. a. Explain Vulcanization of rubber. Write the structure & IUPAC name of the isoprene.
b. What are the monomeric repeating units in the Nylon-6, 6. (3+2)
 Government of Karnataka

Department of pre university education

Model question paper

CHEMISTRY (34)

TIME: 3hours 15minutes MAX.MARKS:70

Instructions: i. The question paper has four parts. All the four parts are compulsory
PART -A carries 20 marks, each question carries one mark.
PART- B carries 8 marks. Each question carries two marks
PART -C carries 12 marks. Each question carries three marks
PART-D carries 30 marks. Each question carries five marks
ii. Write balanced chemical equations and draw diagrams wherever necessary
Use log table and simple calculators if necessary (use of scientific calculator
is not allowed)
PART-A

I. Select the correct option from the given choices. 1x15 = 15

1. Due to Frenkel defect, the density of the ionic solids

a) Increases b) Decreases
c) does not change d) Changes to a small extent
2. In which mode of expression the concentration of solution remains independent of temperature
a) Volume percent b) Molarity
c) Molality d) Formality
3. Which of the following is not colligative property
a) Optical activity b) Osmotic pressure
c) Depression in freezing point d) Elevation of boiling point
4. During the electrolysis of molten sodium chloride, the reaction occurs at anode is
a) Chloride ions are oxidized b) Chloride ions are reduced
c) Sodium ions are oxidized d) Sodium ions are reduced
5. The unit of rate constant for zero order reaction
a) Ls-1 b) L mol s-1
c) mol L-1 s-1 d) mol s-1
6. In the process of adsorption
a) ΔH = 0, ΔS = 0 b) ΔH = +ve, ΔS = +ve
c) ΔH = -ve, ΔS = -ve d) ΔH = +ve, ΔS = -ve
7. Pair of metals purified by van Arkel method is
a) Ni and Fe b) Ga and In
c) Zr and Ti d) Ag and Au
8. The noble gas which does not occur in atmosphere is
a) Radon b) Helium c) Xenon d) Krypton
9. The element which does not show variable oxidation state is
a) Sc b) V c) Fe d) Hg
10. An example of ambidentate ligand is
a) NH3 b) H2O c) CN- d) Cl-
11. Primary alkyl halides prefer to undergo
a) SN1reaction b) SN2 reaction c) Addition reaction d) Condensation reaction
12. When Phenol is treated with excess of bromine water, it gives
a) m-bromophenol b) o-and p-bromophenols
c) 2,4-dibromophenol d) 2,4,6-tribromophenol
13. In Clemmensen reduction, carbonyl compound is treated with…………to form corresponding
hydrocarbon.
a) Zinc amalgam + HCl b) Sodium amalgam + HCl
c) Zinc amalgam + HNO3 d) Sodium amalgam + HNO3
14. Amongst the following the strongest base in aqueous medium is
a) CH3NH2 b) (CH3)3N c) (CH3)2NH d) C6H5NH2
15. Starch is a polymer of
a) α-D (+) Glucose b) β-D (+) Glucose c) α-D (+) Fructose d) β-D (+) Fructose

II. Fill in the blanks by choosing the appropriate word from those given in the brackets:
[ phosgene, terpineol, camphor, exponentially, PtF6] 1x5=5
16. _________ in nitrogen gas is the example for gaseous solution
17. In a first order reaction the concentration of the reaction decreases ____ with time.
18. The first noble gas compound was prepared by reacting Xe with ____.
19. The poisonous gas ____ is formed when chloroform is exposed to air and light.
20. The main constituents of Dettol are chloroxylenol and _________
 PART-B

III.Answer any four of the following. Each question carries two marks. 4 x 2=8

21. Give any two differences between crystalline and amorphous solids.
22. The conductivity of a 0.20M solution of KCl at 298 K is 0.0248 Scm -1. Calculate its Molar
Conductivity.
23. Define molecularity. For a zero-order reaction will the molecularity be equal to zero?
24. What is lanthanoid contraction? Mention any one of its consequences.
25. i) What is the composition of Lucas reagent?
ii) What is the inference observed when 3° alcohol is treated with Lucas reagent?
26. Explain Hell Volhard Zelensky reaction.
27. What are food preservatives? Give an example.
28. Explain saponification with an example.
PART –C

IV. Answer any four of the following. Each question carries three marks 4 x 3 = 12

29. Write the reactions involved in the process of leaching of bauxite ore to prepare pure (3)
alumina.
30. Write the optimum conditions to get ammonia by Haber’sprocess? (3)
31. a) Give an example for each i) basic oxide ii) neutral oxide. (2+1)
b) What happens when SO2 is passed through an aqueous solution of Fe (III) salt?
32. a) Explain the bleaching action of chlorine water.
b) Name the halogen which forms only one oxoacid. (2+1)
33. a) Calculate the ‘spin only’ magnetic moment of M 3+(aq) ion (Z =27).
b) Sc3+ is colorless. Give reason. (2+1)
34. How is pure potassium dichromate manufactured by chromite ore? (3)
35. On the basis of valence bond theory, explain hybridization, structure and magnetic
property of the complex [Ni(Cl)4]2-. (3)
36. a) Draw the energy level diagram to show splitting of degenerated orbitals in an octahedral
Crystal field.
b) Write the type of isomerism exhibited by coordinate complexes having ambidentate
ligands. (2+1)
 PART-D

V. Answer any three of the following. Each question carries five marks. 3 x 5 = 15

37. a) Calculate the packing efficiency in simple cubic lattice. (3)

b) Calcium metal crystallizes in a face centered cubic lattice with edge length of 0.556nm.
Calculate the density of the metal. (Atomic mass of calcium=40g/mol and Avogadro
Number = 6.022 x 1023 mol-1) (2)
38. a) Vapour pressure of benzene is 200 mm of Hg. A solution having 2g of non volatile solute
in 78 g of benzene has a vapour pressure of 195 mm of Hg. Calculate the molar mass of
the solute. (Molar mass of benzene is 78 gmol -1) (3)
b) Write two differences between ideal and non ideal solutions with respect to
i) intermolecular interactions between the components and
ii) Change in enthalpy. (2)
39. a) For the given equation
Cu (s)+ 2Ag+(aq)→Cu2+(aq)+2Ag(s)
0 2+ 0
(E Cu /Cu= +0.34V, E Ag+ /Ag = +0.80V). (3)

i) Calculate the standard cell potential.

ii) Write the cell representation for the above equation.
b) Name the cathode in lead storage battery and write the discharge reaction taking place at
cathode. (2)
40. a) Derive the integrated rate equation for the rate constant of a first order reaction. ( 3)
b) What are the two criteria for effective collision according to collision theory? (2)
41. a) Give any two differences between lyophilic and lyophobic colloids. (2)
b) Explain heterogeneous catalysis with a suitable example. (2)
c) Why do colloidal solutions exhibit Tyndall effect? (1)

VI. Answer any three of the following. each question carries five marks 3 x 5= 15

42. a) Discuss SN2 reaction mechanism by taking methyl chloride as example. (2)
b) Name the organic compounds formed when ethyl bromide reacts with the following
reagents: i) alcoholic KNO2 ii) alcoholic AgCN (2)
c) What is an asymmetric carbon? (1)
43. a) How does ethyl alcohol reacts with Cu at 573 K. write the equation (2)
b) Explain Kolbe’s reaction. (2)

c) Write the IUPAC name of ethyl methyl ether (1)

44. a) Explain the mechanism of addition of HCN to carbonyl compound. (2)
b) Write the chemical equation of benzaldehyde with acetophenone in the presence of
dilute alkali at 293K. Give the name of major product obtained in this reaction. (2)
c) The pKa value of 4-methoxy benzoic acid is greater than 4-nitrobenzoic acid.
Which among them is stronger acid? (1)
45. a) Explain carbylamine reaction with suitable example. (2)
b) Write chemical equation for the conversion of Nitro-benzene to aniline (2)
c) Why primary amines have higher boiling point than tertiary amines? (1)
46. a) Write the Haworth structure of Lactose (2)
b) Name the nucleic acid which is responsible for genetic information. (1)
c) Name the vitamin responsible for coagulation of blood (1)
d) Give an example for naturally occurring optically inactive amino acid. (1)
47. a) How is Buna-S prepared? Write the equation. (2)
b) What are homopolymers? Give an example. (2)
c) Write the IUPAC name of the isoprene. (1)
 GOVERNMENT OF KARNATAKA
KARNATAKA SCHOOL EXAMINATION & ASSESSMENT BOARD
Class: II Year PUC MODEL QUESTION PAPER Academic Year: 2023-24
Subject: Chemistry (34) Maximum Marks:70
Time: 3.15hours Number of questions: 49
Instructions:
1. Question paper has FIVE parts. All parts are compulsory.
2. a. Part-A carries 20 marks. Each question carries 1 mark.
b. Part-B carries 06 marks. Each question carries 2 marks.
c. Part-C carries 15 marks. Each question carries 3 marks.
d. Part-D carries 20 marks. Each question carries 5 marks.
e. Part-E carries 09 marks. Each question carries 3 marks.
3. In Part- A questions,first attempted answerwill be considered for awarding marks.
4. Write balanced chemical equations and draw neat labeled diagrams and graphswherever necessary.
5. Direct answers to the numerical problems without detailed stepsand specific unit for final answer will
not carry any marks.
6. Use log tables and simple calculator if necessary (use of scientific calculator is not allowed).
PART - A
I. Select the correct option from the given choices. 1 ×15 = 15
1. Aquatic species are more comfortable in cold water rather than in warm water. This is due to
a) solubility of oxygen is more in warm water.
b) solubility of oxygen is more in cold water.
c) solubility of gases increases with decrease of temperature.
d) both (b) and (c).
2. Which of the following cell was used in Apollo space programme?
a) Mercury cell b) Daniel cell c) H2–O2 Fuel cell d) Dry cell
3. During electrolysis of aqueous solution of NaCl, the reaction preferred at anode is
a) 2H2O(l) → O2(g) + 4H+(aq) + 4e- b) H2O(l) + e-→ ½ H2(g) + OH-
c) Cl-(aq) → ½ Cl2(g) + e- d) ½ Cl2(g) + e-→ Cl-(aq)
4. Order of a reaction is determined by
a) balanced chemical equation b) unbalanced chemical reaction
c) experimental rate expression d) thermo-chemical equation
5.Ionic character decreases in the following oxides.
a) Mn2O7> MnO2>MnO b) MnO> MnO2> Mn2O7
c) Mn2O7>MnO> MnO2 d) MnO> Mn2O7> MnO2
6. The oxidation state of Fe in [Fe(CO)5] is
a) + 2 b) 0 c) + 3 d) + 5
7. The gases liberated when primary alcohols react with thionyl chloride are
a) SO2 and H2 b) H2and HCl c) SO2and HCl d) NO2and H2

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8. Phenol molecule is less stable than phenoxide ion because
a) phenol resonance structures have charge separation but not in phenoxide ion.
b) phenoxide ion resonance structures have charge separation but not in phenol.
c) both Phenoxide ion and phenol resonance structures have charge separation
d) both Phenoxide ion and phenol resonance structures do not have charge separation
9. Glycerol is an example for
a) dihydric alcohol b) dihydric phenol c) trihydric phenol d) trihydric alcohol
10. Tollen’s reagent is a
a) silver nitrate solution b) ammonical silver nitrate solution
c) ammonium nitrate solution d) silver chloride solution
11. Carboxylic acids exists in dimeric form even in vapour phase due to
a) Hydrogen bond b) peptide bond c) ionic bond d) metallic bond
12. The state of hybridization of orbitals of Nitrogen atom in amines is;
a) sp2 b) sp3 c) sp d) dsp2
13.Benzene diazonium chloride reacts with phenol to form p-hydroxy azobenzene in
a) acidic medium b) neutral medium
c) basic medium d) both acidic and neutral medium
14. Thiamine is a chemical name of;
a) Vitamin A b) Vitamin B1 c) Vitamin C d) Vitamin K
15. The nitrogenous base adenine form hydrogen bonding with
a) Thymine b) Cytosine c) Guanine d) None of the above
II. Fill in the blanks by choosing the appropriate word from those given in the brackets:
(phosgene, tin, hydrogen, molecularity, zinc, cellulose acetate) 5 × 1 = 05
16. Thesemi permeable membrane used in the reverse osmosis is ________________.
17. The number of molecules taking part in the elementary reaction is called _______.
18. The non-transitional metal present in brass is ___________.
19. The poisonous gas formed when chloroform is exposed to air and lightis ________.
20. Solubility of ethylamine in water is due to formation of _______bonding with water.
PART - B
III. Answer any three of the following. Each question carries two marks. 3 × 2 = 06
21. How does theboiling point of solvent varies, when a non-volatile solute is dissolved in it? Give reason.
22. Define order of a reaction. For which order reaction the unit of rate of reaction and rate constant is same?
23. What are chelate ligands? Give an example.
24. Write the general equation for Finkelstein reaction. What is the role of dry acetone in this reaction?

25. Complete the equation and name the reaction:

26. Name two hormones which regulate the glucose level in the blood.

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 PART - C
IV. Answer any three of the following. Each question carries three marks. 3 × 3 = 09
3+
27. Calculate the spin only magnetic moment of M (aq)ion. (Z = 24)
2-
28. Explain the structure of dichromate ion (Cr2O7 ).
29. What is Lanthanoid contraction? Mention two of its consequences.
30. Write the IUPAC names and thetype of isomerism forthefollowing complexes
(a) [Co(NH3)5Br]SO4 and (b) [Co(NH3)5SO4]Br.
31. Using Valence Bond Theory [VBT], explain geometry, hybridisation and magnetic property of [CoF 6]-3
ion. [Atomic number of Cobalt is 27].
32. Drawthe energy level diagram for the crystal field splitting in tetrahedral complexes. Write the relation
between Δ0 and Δt for the complexes having same metal, the same ligand and metal-ligand distances.
V. Answer any two of the following. Each question carries three marks. 2 × 3 = 06
33. Write any three differences between ideal and non-ideal solutions.
34. State Kohlrausch’s law of independent migration of ions. Mention two applications of it.
35. Explain the experimental determination of conductance of electrolytic solution by using Wheatstone
bridge.
36. Derive integrated rate equation forfirst order gas phase reaction.
PART - D
VI. Answer any four of the following. Each question carries five marks. 4 × 5 = 20
37. a.Write the mechanism involved in the following reaction:
(CH3)3CBr + OH- → (CH3)3COH + Br-
Identify the reactant on which rate of reaction depends.
b. Define stereocenter? How many asymmetric carbon atoms are there in 2, 3-dichlorobutane?(3+2)
38. a.Identify A, B and C in the following reaction:

b. Describe the manufacture of methanol from water gas. (3+2)

39. a. An aromatic hydrocarbon ‘A’ having molecular formula C9H12 is oxidised in the presence of air gives
compound ‘B’. The compound ‘B’ is treated with dilute acid gives two organic compounds ‘C’ and
‘D’. The compound ‘C’ forms white precipitate ‘E’ with bromine water. Write the chemical reactions
with names of A, B, C and E.
b. Give an example for unsymmetrical (mixed) ether. (4+1)
40. a. Write the chemical equation for the reaction whenbenzaldehyde is slightly heated with acetophenone
in the presence of dilute alkali. Give the IUPAC name of the product.
b. Explain Rosenmund reduction with an example.
c. Alpha (α) -Hydrogens of aldehydes and ketones are acidic. Give reason. (2+2+1)

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41. a. A Grignard reagent ‘X’ reacts with CO2 (dry ice) followed by acid hydrolysis gives ethanoic acid.
Write the chemical equation. Namethe compound ‘X’?
b.Between methanoic acid and ethanoic acid, which is more acidic? Give reason. (3+2)
42. a.Write the chemical name and structure of Hinsberg’s reagent. 3- amines do not react with Hinsberg’s
reagent. Give reason.
b.Explain Carbylamine reaction with an example. (3+2)
43. a.(i)The penta-acetate of glucose does not react with Hydroxylamine. What does it indicate?
(ii) Write chemical reaction to show the open chain structure of D-glucose which contains six carbon
atom the straight chain.
b. What is Zwitter ion of an amino acid? Give its general structure.
c. Name the hormone responsible for the hypothyroidism? (2+2+1)
PART – E (PROBLEMS)
VII. Answerany three of the following. Each question carries three marks. 3 × 3 = 09
44. 100 g of liquid ‘A’ (molar mass 140 gmol-1)was dissolved in 1000 g of liquid ‘B’ (molar mass 180 gmol-
1
).The vapour pressure of liquid ‘B’ was found to be 500 torr. Calculate the vapour pressure of pure
liquid ‘A’ if the total vapor pressure of the solution is 475 torr.
45. The boiling point of benzene is 353.23K. When 1.8g of non-volatile solute was dissolved in 90g of
benzene, the boiling point is raised to 354.11K. Calculate the molar mass of the solute. (Given K b for
benzene is 2.53Kkgmol–1).
46. At 298K, the EMF of the cell: Mg(s) |Mg2+(Q)||Ag+(0.01)|Ag(s)is 3.022V. Calculate the value ‘Q’.
(Given: EoMg2+/Mg = -2.37V and EoAg+/Ag = 0.80V)
47. The resistance of 0.01M acetic acid solution is found to be 2220Ω, when measured in a cellhas two
electrodes of area of cross section 3.85cm2 placed 10.5cm apart. Calculateconductivity.
48. For a first order reaction, the half-life period is 120 min. Calculate the time required to complete 90% of
the reaction.
49. The rate constants of a reaction are 2 × 10-2s1 at 300K and 8 × 10-2 s1 at 320 K. Calculate the energy of
activation of the reaction. (Given: R = 8.314JK-1mol-1).

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