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Explain how dyes are separated by paper chromatography.

For the technique of chromatography, there are two 'phases', the stationary phase and the mobile phase. In paper chromatography, the stationary phase is the paper and the mobile phase is...

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What is the electronic structure of sulphur

2,8,6

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Plan an experiment that would allow you to determine the maximum voltage that can be achieved using strips of lithium, zinc, copper and aluminium.

i) Pick electrolyte (e.g. hydrochloric acid) - strong acid ii) Use same volume of electrolyte; Use same electrolyte throughout; iii) Cut same size strips; Connect wire to each metal; Connect to voltmeter;...

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Which substance is oxidised in the reaction represented by the ionic equation below? Zn(s) + Cu2+(aq) → Zn2+(aq) + Cu(s)

Remember OILRIG for oxidation or reduction reactionOxidisation IsLoss Reduction Is GainSo if Zinc goes from neutral charge to 2+ charge, this means it has lost 2 negative charges in electrons, so as oxida...

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Explain the need for a temperature compromise in the Haber Process: N2(g) + 3 H2(g) ⇌2 NH3(g) (ΔH = -92 kJ mol-1)

The Haber process is used to produce ammonia (NH3), so we want the equilibrium position to be as far over to the right hand side of the equation as possible to maximise the yield of NH3. As the enthalpy f...

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