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Edexcel IAL Chemistry 8.13 Group 1 and 2 element reactions

Identify the expected oxide, chloride or hydroxide and hydrogen, balance the equation, add states and keep observations separate from inferred products.

Syllabus
First assessment 2019
Course
Chemistry YCH11
Level
AS

Exam points

  • Write balanced equations with states for Group 1 or 2 metals reacting with water or oxygen.
  • State visible observations such as fizzing, movement, dissolving or precipitate formation.
  • Identify products such as hydroxides, oxides or lithium nitride from the reaction context.

8.13—The reactions of the elements of Group 1 (Li to K) and Group 2 (Mg to Ba) with oxygen, chlorine and water question 1

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This question is about the element calcium and some of its compounds.

*(d) Samples of calcium and magnesium are added to separate test tubes of cold water containing a few drops of universal indicator.

State and explain the differences in the observations made in each experiment.
Include an equation in your answer.

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