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Chemistry Past Questions and Answers

Waec Chemistry Questions

Question 1506:
In which of the following compounds is the oxidation number of nitrogen equal to + 3?
  • A NO 2
  • B N 2O
  • C NO
  • D HNO2
  • E HNO3
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Question 1507:
Which of the following statements is not correct about electrolysis?
  • A Reduction occurs at the anode
  • B Anions migrate to the anode
  • C Positive ions migrate to the cathode
  • D Concentration affects the discharge of ions
  • E Electrolytes conduct electric current
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Question 1508:
Which of the following is not correct about a catalyst? It
  • A Remains unchanged chemically at the end of a reaction
  • B Helps to establish equilibrium faster reversible reaction
  • C Can start a chemical rection which will normally not take place
  • D Is usually specific in its action
  • E Alters the rate of chemical reaction
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Question 1509:
The rate of production of hydrogen gas from the reaction between zinc granules and hydrochloric acid can be increased by
  • A Cooling the reaction mixture
  • B Using zinc powder instead of zinc granules
  • C Using zinc rod instead of zinc granules
  • D Carrying out the reaction at a higher pressure
  • E Carrying out the reaction in a closed vessel
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Question 1510:
What does X represent in the following equation? H 2(g) + 1/2O2(g) → H2O (l); ∆H = xKJ.
  • A Bond energy
  • B Activation energy
  • C Ionization energy
  • D Enthalpy of neutralization
  • E Enthalpy of formation
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