SGIS_CAIE Weekly Test A level Chemistry

10 Marks 2nd April, 2024

(a) Define the term lattice energy, ΔH⦵ latt. [1]
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B Write equations describing the lattice energy of: [2]

magnesium oxide

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potassium bromide
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(c) Define the term “electron affinity”. [1]

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(d) Explain, why second electron affinity is always positive. [2]

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(e) The first electron affinity of sulfur is −200 kJ mol−1. The second electron affinity of sulfur is +640
kJ mol−1. Calculate a value for the enthalpy change S(g) + 2e− → S2−(g) [2]
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(f) Explain the trend in the first electron affinities going from sulfur to tellurium (in group 16). [2]
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