CBSE Class 12 Chemistry 2024 question paper (56/5)
Maximum marks 70 · Time 3 hours · 3 sets
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Section A
1 mark each
- Q.11 markThe specific sequence in which amino acids are arranged in a protein is called its
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- Q.21 markThe correct name of the given reaction is
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- Q.31 markOut of the following alkenes, the one which will produce tertiary butyl alcohol on acid catalysed hydration is
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- Q.41 markAuto-oxidation of chloroform in air and light produces a poisonous gas known as
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- Q.51 markTransition metals are known to make interstitial compounds. Formation of interstitial compounds makes the transition metal
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- Q.61 markIsotonic solutions have the same
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- Q.71 markWhich of the following cell was used in Apollo space programme ?
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- Q.81 markThe rate of a reaction increases sixteen times when the concentration of the reactant increases four times. The order of the reaction is
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- Q.91 markIn which of the following molecules, C atom marked with asterisk is chiral ?
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- Q.101 markWhich of the following species can act as the strongest base ?
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- Q.111 markDilution affects both conductivity as well as molar conductivity. Effect of dilution on both is as follows :
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- Q.121 markVan’t Hoff factor for solution, assuming complete ionization is
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- For questions number 13 to 16, two statements are given one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R). Select the correct answer to these questions from the codes (A), (B), (C) and (D) as given below :Q.131 markAssertion (A) : Zr and Hf are of almost similar atomic radii. Reason (R) : This is due to Lanthanoid contraction.
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- Q.141 markAssertion (A) : The units of rate constant of a zero order reaction and rate of reaction are the same. Reason (R) : In zero order reaction, the rate of reaction is independent of the concentration of reactants.
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- Q.151 markAssertion (A) : Inversion of configuration is observed in reaction. Reason (R) : The reaction proceeds with the formation of carbocation.
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- Q.161 markAssertion (A) : p-methoxyphenol is a stronger acid than p-nitrophenol. Reason (R) : Methoxy group shows effect whereas nitro group shows effect.
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Section B
2 marks each
- Q.172 marksState : (a) Kohlrausch law of independent migration of ions. (b) Faraday’s first law of electrolysis.
- Q.182 marksClassify the following sugars into monosaccharides and disaccharides : Galactose, Glucose, Lactose and Maltose
- Q.19 (a)2 marksCarry out the following conversions : (i) Nitrobenzene to Aniline (ii) Aniline to Phenol
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Q.19 (b)2 marks(i) Write a chemical test to distinguish between Dimethyl amine and Ethanamine. (ii) Write the product formed when benzene diazonium chloride is treated with KI.- Q.202 marksShow that in case of a first order reaction, the time taken for completion of 99% reaction is twice the time required for 90% completion of the reaction. (log 10 = 1)
- Q.212 marksResistance of a conductivity cell filled with solution is . If the resistance of the same cell when filled with solution is , calculate the conductivity and molar conductivity of solution. The conductivity of solution is .
Section C
3 marks each
- Q.223 marksWrite the IUPAC names of the following coordination compounds (any three) : (a) (b) (c) (d)
- Q.233 marksGive the structure of the major product expected from the following reactions : (a) Reaction of Ethanal with methyl-magnesium bromide followed by hydrolysis. (b) Hydration of But-1-ene in the presence of dilute sulphuric acid. (c) Reaction of phenol with bromine water.
- Q.243 marksDraw the structures of major product(s) in each of the following reactions : (a) A cyclohexanone ring carrying a group on the carbon para to the (4-oxocyclohexane-1-carbaldehyde) (b) (c) A benzene ring carrying and on adjacent carbons (2-formylbenzoic acid)
- Q.253 marksCalculate the emf of the following cell : Given that V, log 10 = 1
- Q.263 marksAccount for the following : (a) Haloalkanes react with AgCN to form isocyanide as main product. (b) Allyl chloride shows high reactivity towards reaction. (c) Haloarenes are extremely less reactive towards nucleophilic substitution reactions.
- Q.273 marksThe rate constant of a reaction quadruples when the temperature changes from 300 K to 320 K. Calculate the activation energy for this reaction. [log 2 = 0.30, log 4 = 0.60, 2.303 R = 19.15 J ]
- Q.283 marksA compound ‘X’ with molecular formula reacts with to give a solid, insoluble in alkali. Identify ‘X’ and give the IUPAC name of the product. Write the reaction involved.
Section D
- The oxidation number of the central atom in a complex is defined as the charge it would carry if all the ligands are removed along with the electron pairs that are shared with the central atom. Similarly the charge on the complex is the sum of the charges of the constituent parts i.e. the sum of the charges on the central metal ion and its surrounding ligands. Based on this, the complex is called neutral if the sum of the charges of the constituents is equal to zero. However, for an anion or cationic complex, the sum of the charges of the constituents is equal to the charge on the coordination sphere.Q.29 (a)1 markDefine ambidentate ligand with an example.
- Q.29 (b)1 markWhat type of isomerism is shown by and ?
- Q.29 (c)2 marksDefine Chelate effect. How it affects the stability of complex ?
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Q.29 (c) OR2 marksFind the coordination number and oxidation state of chromium in .- Certain organic compounds are required in small amounts in our diet but their deficiency causes specific disease. These compounds are called vitamins. Most of the vitamins cannot be synthesized in our body but plants can synthesize almost all of them. So they are considered as essential food factors. However, the bacteria of the gut can produce some of the vitamins required by us. All the vitamins are generally available in our diet. The term ‘vitamin’ was coined from the words vital + amine, since the earlier identified compounds had amino group. Vitamins are classified into two groups depending upon their solubility in water or fat namely-fat soluble vitamins and water soluble vitamins.Q.30 (a)1 markWhat is the other name of vitamin ?
- Q.30 (b)1 markName the vitamin whose deficiency causes increased blood clotting time.
- Q.30 (c)2 marksXerophthalmia is caused by the deficiency of which vitamin ? Give two sources of this vitamin.
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Q.30 (c) OR2 marksWhy can’t vitamin C be stored in our body ? Name the disease caused by the deficiency of this vitamin.
Section E
5 marks each
- Q.315 marksAttempt any five of the following : (a) Ce(III) is easily oxidised to Ce(IV). Comment. (b) is V. Why is this value highly negative in comparison to neighbouring d block elements ? (c) Which element of 3d series has lowest enthalpy of atomisation and why ? (d) What happens when sodium chromate is acidified ? (e) Zn, Cd and Hg are soft metals. Why ? (f) Why is permanganate titration not carried out in the presence of ? (g) The lower oxides of transition metals are basic whereas the highest are amphoteric/acidic. Give reason.
- Q.32 (a)5 marks(i) Ishan’s automobile radiator is filled with 1.0 kg of water. How many grams of ethylene glycol (Molar mass = 62 g ) must Ishan add to get the freezing point of the solution lowered to . for water is 1.86 K kg . (ii) What type of deviation from Raoult’s law is shown by ethanol and acetone mixture ? Give reason.
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Q.32 (b)5 marks(i) Boiling point of water at 750 mm Hg pressure is . How much sucrose (Molar mass = 342 g ) is to be added to 500 g of water such that it boils at ? ( for water K kg ). (ii) State Henry’s law and write its any one application.- Q.33 (a)5 marksAn organic compound (A) with the molecular formula forms 2, 4-DNP derivative, reduces Fehling solution and undergoes Cannizzaro reaction. On vigorous oxidation, it gives 1, 2-benzene dicarboxylic acid. (i) Identify the compound (A) and write its IUPAC name. (ii) Write the reaction of compound (A) with (1) 2, 4-Dinitrophenyl hydrazine and (2) Fehling solution (iii) Write the equation of compound (A) when it undergoes Cannizzaro reaction.
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Q.33 (b)5 marks(i) Account for the following : (1) The alpha ()-hydrogens of aldehydes and ketones are acidic in nature. (2) Oxidation of aldehydes is easier than ketones. (ii) Arrange the following in : (1) Decreasing reactivity towards nucleophilic addition reaction propanal, acetone, benzaldehyde. (2) Increasing order of boiling point : Propane, Ethanol, Dimethylether, Propanal (iii) Give simple chemical test to distinguish between Benzoic acid and Benzaldehyde.
Section A
1 mark each
- Q.11 markWhich of the following species can act as the strongest base ?
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- Q.21 markAuto-oxidation of chloroform in air and light produces a poisonous gas known as
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- Q.31 markIsotonic solutions have the same
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- Q.41 markThe specific sequence in which amino acids are arranged in a protein is called its
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- Q.51 markTransition metals are known to make interstitial compounds. Formation of interstitial compounds makes the transition metal
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- Q.61 markThe correct name of the given reaction is .
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- Q.71 markVisha took 4 test-tubes namely A, B, C & D containing , , and respectively and tried to convert them into tertbutylalcohol. She carried out acid catalysed hydration reaction on every alkene. Out of the four test-tubes, the one which will give desired result is
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- Q.81 markVan’t Hoff factor for solution assuming the complete dissociation is
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- Q.91 markDilution affects both molar conductivity as well as conductivity. Effect of dilution on both is
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- Q.101 markWhich of the following cell is used in inverter ?
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- Q.111 markIn which of the following molecules, C atom marked with asterisk is chiral ?
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- Q.121 markFor the reaction . The order of the reaction is
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- For questions number 13 to 16, two statements are given one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R). Select the correct answer to these questions from the codes (A), (B), (C) and (D) as given below :Q.131 markAssertion (A) : p-methoxyphenol is a stronger acid than p-nitrophenol. Reason (R) : Methoxy group shows effect whereas nitro group shows effect.
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- Q.141 markAssertion (A) : Inversion of configuration is observed in reaction. Reason (R) : The reaction proceeds with the formation of carbocation.
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- Q.151 markAssertion (A) : The units of rate constant of a zero order reaction and rate of reaction are the same. Reason (R) : In zero order reaction, the rate of reaction is independent of the concentration of reactants.
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- Q.161 markAssertion (A) : Zr and Hf are of almost similar atomic radii. Reason (R) : This is due to Lanthanoid contraction.
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Section B
2 marks each
- Q.172 marksDefine the following terms : (a) Faraday’s second law of electrolysis (b) Corrosion
- Q.182 marksResistance of a conductivity cell filled with solution is . If the resistance of the same cell when filled with solution is , calculate the conductivity and molar conductivity of solution. The conductivity of solution is .
- Q.192 marksShow that in case of a first order reaction, the time taken for completion of 99% reaction is twice the time required for 90% completion of the reaction. (log 10 = 1)
- Q.20 (a)2 marksCarry out the following conversions : (i) Nitrobenzene to Aniline (ii) Aniline to Phenol
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Q.20 (b)2 marks(i) Write a chemical test to distinguish between Dimethyl amine and Ethanamine. (ii) Write the product formed when benzene diazonium chloride is treated with KI.- Q.212 marksClassify the following sugars into monosaccharides and disaccharides : Fructose, Lactose, Glucose, Maltose
Section C
3 marks each
- Q.223 marksGive the structure of the major product expected from the following reactions : (a) Reaction of Ethanal with methyl-magnesium bromide followed by hydrolysis. (b) Hydration of But-1-ene in the presence of dilute sulphuric acid. (c) Reaction of phenol with bromine water.
- Q.233 marksA compound ‘X’ with molecular formula reacts with to give a solid, insoluble in alkali. Identify ‘X’ and give the IUPAC name of the product. Write the reaction involved.
- Q.243 marksThe rate constant of a reaction quadruples when the temperature changes from 300 K to 320 K. Calculate the activation energy for this reaction. [log 2 = 0.30, log 4 = 0.60, 2.303 R = 19.15 J ]
- Q.253 marksWrite IUPAC names of the following coordination compounds : (any three) (a) (b) (c) (d)
- Q.263 marksDraw the structures of major product(s) in each of the following reactions : (a) A cyclohexanone ring carrying a group on the carbon para to the (4-oxocyclohexane-1-carbaldehyde) (b) (c) A benzene ring carrying and on adjacent carbons (2-formylbenzoic acid)
- Q.273 marksCalculate the emf of the following cell : Given that V, log 10 = 1
- Q.283 marksAccount for the following : (a) Haloalkanes react with NaCN to form both cyanides and isocyanides. (b) Haloarenes do not undergo nucleophilic substitution reaction easily. (c) Benzyl chloride gives reaction.
Section D
- Certain organic compounds are required in small amounts in our diet but their deficiency causes specific disease. These compounds are called vitamins. Most of the vitamins cannot be synthesized in our body but plants can synthesize almost all of them. So they are considered as essential food factors. However, the bacteria of the gut can produce some of the vitamins required by us. All the vitamins are generally available in our diet. The term ‘vitamin’ was coined from the words vital + amine, since the earlier identified compounds had amino group. Vitamins are classified into two groups depending upon their solubility in water or fat namely-fat soluble vitamins and water soluble vitamins.Q.29 (a)1 markWhat is the other name of vitamin ?
- Q.29 (b)1 markName the vitamin whose deficiency causes increased blood clotting time.
- Q.29 (c)2 marksXerophthalmia is caused by the deficiency of which vitamin ? Give two sources of this vitamin.
OR
Q.29 (c) OR2 marksWhy can’t vitamin C be stored in our body ? Name the disease caused by the deficiency of this vitamin.- The oxidation number of the central atom in a complex is defined as the charge it would carry if all the ligands are removed along with the electron pairs that are shared with the central atom. Similarly the charge on the complex is the sum of the charges of the constituent parts i.e. the sum of the charges on the central metal ion and its surrounding ligands. Based on this, the complex is called neutral if the sum of the charges of the constituents is equal to zero. However, for an anion or cationic complex, the sum of the charges of the constituents is equal to the charge on the coordination sphere.Q.30 (a)1 markDefine ambidentate ligand with an example.
- Q.30 (b)1 markWhat type of isomerism is shown by and ?
- Q.30 (c)2 marksDefine Chelate effect. How it affects the stability of complex ?
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Q.30 (c) OR2 marksFind the coordination number and oxidation state of chromium in .
Section E
5 marks each
- Q.31 (a)5 marksAn organic compound (A) with the molecular formula forms 2, 4-DNP derivative, reduces Fehling solution and undergoes Cannizzaro reaction. On vigorous oxidation, it gives 1, 2-benzene dicarboxylic acid. (i) Identify the compound (A) and write its IUPAC name. (ii) Write the reaction of compound (A) with (1) 2, 4-Dinitrophenyl hydrazine and (2) Fehling solution (iii) Write the equation of compound (A) when it undergoes Cannizzaro reaction.
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Q.31 (b)5 marks(i) Account for the following : (1) The alpha ()-hydrogens of aldehydes and ketones are acidic in nature. (2) Oxidation of aldehydes is easier than ketones. (ii) Arrange the following in : (1) Decreasing reactivity towards nucleophilic addition reaction propanal, acetone, benzaldehyde. (2) Increasing order of boiling point : Propane, Ethanol, Dimethylether, Propanal (iii) Give simple chemical test to distinguish between Benzoic acid and Benzaldehyde.- Q.325 marksAttempt any five of the following : (a) Ce(III) is easily oxidised to Ce(IV). Comment. (b) is V. Why is this value highly negative in comparison to neighbouring d block elements ? (c) Which element of 3d series has lowest enthalpy of atomisation and why ? (d) What happens when sodium chromate is acidified ? (e) Zn, Cd and Hg are soft metals. Why ? (f) Why is permanganate titration not carried out in the presence of ? (g) The lower oxides of transition metals are basic whereas the highest are amphoteric/acidic. Give reason.
- Q.33 (a)5 marks(i) Ishan’s automobile radiator is filled with 1.0 kg of water. How many grams of ethylene glycol (Molar mass = 62 g ) must Ishan add to get the freezing point of the solution lowered to . for water is 1.86 K kg . (ii) What type of deviation from Raoult’s law is shown by ethanol and acetone mixture ? Give reason.
OR
Q.33 (b)5 marks(i) Boiling point of water at 750 mm Hg pressure is . How much sucrose (Molar mass = 342 g ) is to be added to 500 g of water such that it boils at ? ( for water K kg ). (ii) State Henry’s law and write its any one application.
Section A
1 mark each
- Q.11 markVan’t Hoff factor for solution, assuming complete ionization is
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- Q.21 markDilution affects both conductivity as well as molar conductivity. Effect of dilution on both is as follows :
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- Q.31 markWhich of the following species can act as the strongest base ?
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- Q.41 markIn which of the following molecules, C atom marked with asterisk is chiral ?
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- Q.51 markThe rate of a reaction increases sixteen times when the concentration of the reactant increases four times. The order of the reaction is
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- Q.61 markWhich of the following cell is used in hearing aids ?
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- Q.71 markIsotonic solutions have the same
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- Q.81 markTransition metals are known to make interstitial compounds. Formation of interstitial compounds makes the transition metal
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- Q.91 markAuto-oxidation of chloroform in air and light produces a poisonous gas known as
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- Q.101 markOut of the following alkenes, the one which will produce tertiary butyl alcohol on acid catalysed hydration is
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- Q.111 markThe correct name of the given reaction is
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- Q.121 markThe specific sequence in which amino acids are arranged in a protein is called its
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- For questions number 13 to 16, two statements are given one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other labelled as Reason (R). Select the correct answer to these questions from the codes (A), (B), (C) and (D) as given below :Q.131 markAssertion (A) : The units of rate constant of a zero order reaction and rate of reaction are the same. Reason (R) : In zero order reaction, the rate of reaction is independent of the concentration of reactants.
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- Q.141 markAssertion (A) : Zr and Hf are of almost similar atomic radii. Reason (R) : This is due to Lanthanoid contraction.
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- Q.151 markAssertion (A) : p-methoxyphenol is a stronger acid than m-methoxy phenol. Reason (R) : Methoxy group exerts +R effect at both ortho and para position.
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- Q.161 markAssertion (A) : Inversion of configuration is observed when 1-Bromobutane is hydrolysed. Reason (R) : The reaction is and proceeds with the formation of transition state.
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Section B
2 marks each
- Q.17 (a)2 marksCarry out the following conversions : (i) Nitrobenzene to Aniline (ii) Aniline to Phenol
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Q.17 (b)2 marks(i) Write a chemical test to distinguish between Dimethyl amine and Ethanamine. (ii) Write the product formed when benzene diazonium chloride is treated with KI.- Q.182 marksDefine the following terms : (a) Limiting molar conductivity (b) Fuel cell
- Q.192 marksClassify the following sugars into monosaccharides and disaccharides : Sucrose, Lactose, Glucose, Fructose
- Q.202 marksResistance of a conductivity cell filled with solution is . If the resistance of the same cell when filled with solution is , calculate the conductivity and molar conductivity of solution. The conductivity of solution is .
- Q.212 marksA first order reaction takes 40 min for 75% decomposition. Calculate rate constant. [Given : log 2 = 0.30, log 4 = 0.60]
Section C
3 marks each
- Q.223 marksA compound ‘X’ with molecular formula reacts with to give a solid, insoluble in alkali. Identify ‘X’ and give the IUPAC name of the product. Write the reaction involved.
- Q.233 marksAccount for the following : (a) Haloalkanes react with AgCN to form isocyanide as main product. (b) Allyl chloride shows high reactivity towards reaction. (c) Haloarenes are extremely less reactive towards nucleophilic substitution reactions.
- Q.243 marksWrite the IUPAC names of the following coordination compounds (any three) : (a) (b) (c) (d)
- Q.253 marksDraw the structures of major product(s) in each of the following reactions : (a) A cyclohexanone ring carrying a group on the carbon para to the (4-oxocyclohexane-1-carbaldehyde) (b) (c) A benzene ring carrying and on adjacent carbons (2-formylbenzoic acid)
- Q.263 marksCalculate the emf of the following cell : Given that V, log 10 = 1
- Q.273 marksGive the structure of the major product expected from the following reactions : (a) Reaction of propanal with methyl magnesium bromide followed by hydrolysis. (b) Reaction of phenol with in . (c) Reaction of propene with diborane followed by oxidation.
- Q.283 marksThe rate constant of a reaction quadruples when the temperature changes from 700 K to 720 K. Calculate the activation energy for this reaction. [log 2 = 0.30, log 4 = 0.60, 2.303 R = 19.15 J ]
Section D
- The oxidation number of the central atom in a complex is defined as the charge it would carry if all the ligands are removed along with the electron pairs that are shared with the central atom. Similarly the charge on the complex is the sum of the charges of the constituent parts i.e. the sum of the charges on the central metal ion and its surrounding ligands. Based on this, the complex is called neutral if the sum of the charges of the constituents is equal to zero. However, for an anion or cationic complex, the sum of the charges of the constituents is equal to the charge on the coordination sphere.Q.29 (a)1 markWhat is the secondary valence of Co in ?
- Q.29 (b)1 markWhat type of isomerism is shown by the complex and ?
- Q.29 (c)2 marksWrite the electronic configuration of ion on the basis of crystal field theory when (i) (ii)
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Q.29 (c) OR2 marksFind the oxidation state and coordination number of the central metal ion in- Certain organic compounds are required in small amounts in our diet but their deficiency causes specific disease. These compounds are called vitamins. Most of the vitamins cannot be synthesized in our body but plants can synthesize almost all of them. So they are considered as essential food factors. However, the bacteria of the gut can produce some of the vitamins required by us. All the vitamins are generally available in our diet. The term ‘vitamin’ was coined from the words vital + amine, since the earlier identified compounds had amino group. Vitamins are classified into two groups depending upon their solubility in water or fat namely-fat soluble vitamins and water soluble vitamins.Q.30 (a)1 markWhat is the other name of Vitamin ?
- Q.30 (b)1 markName the vitamin whose deficiency causes increased blood clotting time.
- Q.30 (c)2 marksXerophthalmia is caused by the deficiency of which vitamin ? Give two sources of this vitamin.
OR
Q.30 (c) OR2 marksWhy can’t vitamin C be stored in our body ? Name the disease caused by the deficiency of this vitamin.
Section E
5 marks each
- Q.31 (a)5 marks(i) Ishan’s automobile radiator is filled with 1.0 kg of water. How many grams of ethylene glycol (Molar mass = 62 g ) must Ishan add to get the freezing point of the solution lowered to . for water is 1.86 K kg . (ii) What type of deviation from Raoult’s law is shown by ethanol and acetone mixture ? Give reason.
OR
Q.31 (b)5 marks(i) Boiling point of water at 750 mm Hg pressure is . How much sucrose (Molar mass = 342 g ) is to be added to 500 g of water such that it boils at ? ( for water K kg ). (ii) State Henry’s law and write its any one application.- Q.32 (a)5 marksAn organic compound (A) with the molecular formula forms 2, 4-DNP derivative, reduces Fehling solution and undergoes Cannizzaro reaction. On vigorous oxidation, it gives 1, 2-benzene dicarboxylic acid. (i) Identify the compound (A) and write its IUPAC name. (ii) Write the reaction of compound (A) with (1) 2, 4-Dinitrophenyl hydrazine and (2) Fehling solution (iii) Write the equation of compound (A) when it undergoes Cannizzaro reaction.
OR
Q.32 (b)5 marks(i) Account for the following : (1) The alpha ()-hydrogens of aldehydes and ketones are acidic in nature. (2) Oxidation of aldehydes is easier than ketones. (ii) Arrange the following in : (1) Decreasing reactivity towards nucleophilic addition reaction propanal, acetone, benzaldehyde. (2) Increasing order of boiling point : Propane, Ethanol, Dimethylether, Propanal (iii) Give simple chemical test to distinguish between Benzoic acid and Benzaldehyde.- Q.335 marksAttempt any five of the following : (a) Ce(III) is easily oxidised to Ce(IV). Comment. (b) is V. Why is this value highly negative in comparison to neighbouring d block elements ? (c) Which element of 3d series has lowest enthalpy of atomisation and why ? (d) What happens when sodium chromate is acidified ? (e) Zn, Cd and Hg are soft metals. Why ? (f) Why is permanganate titration not carried out in the presence of ? (g) The lower oxides of transition metals are basic whereas the highest are amphoteric/acidic. Give reason.