Chemical analysis multiple choice questions
A set of 12 multiple choice questions on chemical analysis, with answers for self or peer marking in the lesson.
KS4 students consider a range of questions in a helpful PowerPoint, covering the following:
- identification tests for common gases and metal ions
- descriptions of chemicals
- identifying substances based on the precipitate.
Students choose their answer from a choice of four possible answers.
Perfect as a quick formative assessment or learning check at the end of a series of lessons on chemical analysis or for revision. Includes answers for marking in class.
Example multiple choice question from the PowerPoint:
1. The table gives identification tests for some common gases. Which of these tests is correct?
|
|
Gas |
Identification test |
|
A |
Hydrogen |
Relights a glowing splint |
|
B |
Chlorine |
Bleaches dry litmus paper |
|
C |
Carbon dioxide |
Turns limewater milky |
|
D |
Oxygen |
‘Pops’ with a lighted splint |
2. Which of the following substances will fizz when a dilute acid is added to produce carbon dioxide?
A. Carbonates
B. Sulphates
C. Chlorides
D. Iodides
