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CAIE IGCSE Chemistry 3.1.4 Construct word equations & symbol

Practise writing and balancing word and symbol equations for reactions such as halogen salts, decompositions, acids and combustion.

Syllabus
2026–2028
Course
Chemistry 0620

Exam points

  • write balanced symbol equations from named reactants and products, with only valid products shown
  • complete missing coefficients and formulae in decomposition, combustion and industrial equations

3.1.4—Construct word equations and symbol question 1

[Maximum number: 2]

Fluorine is a Group VII element. Fluorine forms compounds with metals and non-metals.

Write a chemical equation for the reaction between sodium and fluorine.

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