C2.3· 17 questions · 17 marks · 20 min · 2005–2024· Multiple choice
Every Cambridge IGCSE Physical Science Paper 1 question on methods of purification, laid out as 8 A4 pages with the mark scheme below. Nothing is left out. Free to read, no account.

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Pastlit
Physical Science 0652 · Methods of purification — Paper 1
IGCSE · topical answer key — answer key (teacher use)
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| Question | Answer | Marks | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | B | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2005 |
| 2 | D | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2006 |
| 3 | D | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2010 |
| 4 | A | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2011 |
| 5 | B | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2015 |
| 6 | B | 1 | 0652/12 Oct/Nov 2015 |
| 7 | B | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2016 |
| 8 | B | 1 | 0652/12 Oct/Nov 2016 |
| 9 | A | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2017 |
| 10 | B | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2018 |
| 11 | B | 1 | 0652/12 Oct/Nov 2018 |
| 12 | D | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2019 |
| 13 | B | 1 | 0652/12 Oct/Nov 2019 |
| 14 | C | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2021 |
| 15 | B | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2022 |
| 16 | C | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2022 |
| 17 | B | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2024 |
1 Which method would be most suitable for obtaining a sample of pure water from aqueous sodium chloride? A chromatography B distillation C electrolysis D precipitation
1 marks
Answer: B
2 An ink can be separated by chromatography. Which diagram shows the correct way to set up the apparatus? A B spot of ink spot of ink solvent solvent C D spot of ink spot of ink solvent solvent
1 marks
Answer: D
18 The diagram shows the separation of crude oil into fractions. petrol X Y crude oil Z bitumen What could X, Y and Z represent? X Y Z A diesel lubricating oil paraffin B lubricating oil diesel paraffin C paraffin lubricating oil diesel D paraffin diesel lubricating oil
1 marks
Answer: D
18 The diagram represents an apparatus used in the fractional distillation of crude oil. From which position is methane obtained? A B crude oil C heater at 400 °C D
1 marks
Answer: A
2 The diagram shows the chromatogram obtained using five felt-tip pens. P Q R S T Which statement about the pens is not correct? A One of the dyes is found in three pens. B Pen R contains a mixture of dyes. C Three pens contain two dyes. D Two pens contain only one dye.
1 marks
Answer: B
2 The diagram shows the chromatogram obtained using five felt-tip pens. P Q R S T Which statement about the pens is not correct? A One of the dyes is found in three pens. B Pen R contains a mixture of dyes. C Three pens contain two dyes. D Two pens contain only one dye.
1 marks
Answer: B
2 The chromatogram of black ink and three coloured dyes, X, Y and Z, is shown. black X Y Z ink Which colours make up the black ink? A X and Y only B X and Z only C X, Y and Z D Z only
1 marks
Answer: B
2 The chromatogram of black ink and three coloured dyes, X, Y and Z, is shown. black X Y Z ink Which colours make up the black ink? A X and Y only B X and Z only C X, Y and Z D Z only
1 marks
Answer: B
17 The fractional distillation of petroleum is shown. From which position is methane obtained? A B C petroleum heater at 400 °C D
1 marks
Answer: A
2 The diagram shows a chromatogram obtained using five felt-tip pens. P Q R S T Which statement about the pens is not correct? A One of the dyes is found in three pens. B Pen R contains a mixture of dyes. C Three pens contain two dyes. D Two pens contain only one dye.
1 marks
Answer: B
2 The diagram shows a chromatogram obtained using five felt-tip pens. P Q R S T Which statement about the pens is not correct? A One of the dyes is found in three pens. B Pen R contains a mixture of dyes. C Three pens contain two dyes. D Two pens contain only one dye.
1 marks
Answer: B
2 Which process is used to separate the components of petroleum? A chromatography B crystallisation C filtration D fractional distillation
1 marks
Answer: D
2 The diagram shows a chromatogram of several different inks. X 1 2 3 Which statement is correct? A 2 is a pure substance. B 3 is a pure substance. C X is a mixture of 1 and 2. D X is a mixture of 2 and 3.
1 marks
Answer: B
3 Food colouring R is compared with food colourings S, T, U and V using chromatography. The chromatogram is shown. R S T U V Which food colourings are present in food colouring R? A S and T B S and U C S and V D U and V
1 marks
Answer: C
1 The chromatogram of a black ink and three coloured dyes, X, Y and Z, is shown. black X Y Z ink Which colours make up the black ink? A X and Y only B X and Z only C X, Y and Z D Z only
1 marks
Answer: B
19 The diagram shows the fractional distillation of petroleum. fuel gas V W X Y petroleum Z Which row shows the correct use for the fraction? fraction use A V aircraft fuel B W making roads C X diesel fuel D Z making polishes and waxes
1 marks
Answer: C
3 The diagram shows a chromatogram of several different inks. X 1 2 3 Which statement is correct? A 2 is a pure substance. B 3 is a pure substance. C X is a mixture of 1 and 2. D X is a mixture of 2 and 3.
1 marks
Answer: B