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CSEC Chemistry · January 2019 · Paper 2 · Question 5(c)(ii)

Compound D reacts with sodium metal to produce a salt of Compound D and a gas.

Describe ONE test that could be used to identify the gas.

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  1. 5(a)(i)Name the homologous series to which Compound D belongs.[1 mark]
  2. 5(a)(ii)Draw the FULLY DISPLAYED structural formula of Compound D and write its name.[2 marks]
  3. 5(a)(iii)Name of Compound D[1 mark]
  4. 5(b)(i)Write a balanced chemical equation for the reaction between Compound D and ethanol to form Compound E.[2 marks]
  5. 5(b)(ii)Suggest the conditions for the reaction between Compound D and ethanol.[2 marks]
  6. 5(b)(iii)State the type of reaction that occurs between Compound D and ethanol.[1 mark]
  7. 5(c)(i)Write a balanced chemical equation for the reaction between Compound D and sodium metal.[2 marks]
  8. 5(c)(iii)State whether the salt formed will be soluble in water, giving a reason for your answer.[2 marks]

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