C3.5· 21 questions · 21 marks · 25 min · 2005–2024· Multiple choice
Every Cambridge IGCSE Physical Science Paper 1 question on molecules and covalent bonds, laid out as 6 A4 pages with the mark scheme below. Nothing is left out. Free to read, no account.



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Physical Science 0652 · Molecules and covalent bonds — Paper 1
IGCSE · topical answer key — answer key (teacher use)
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| Question | Answer | Marks | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | D | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2005 |
| 2 | C | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2006 |
| 3 | D | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2007 |
| 4 | B | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2008 |
| 5 | B | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2011 |
| 6 | A | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2011 |
| 7 | B | 1 | 0652/12 Oct/Nov 2011 |
| 8 | A | 1 | 0652/12 Oct/Nov 2011 |
| 9 | C | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| 10 | C | 1 | 0652/12 Oct/Nov 2013 |
| 11 | B | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2015 |
| 12 | B | 1 | 0652/12 Oct/Nov 2015 |
| 13 | D | 1 | 0652/12 Oct/Nov 2016 |
| 14 | B | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2018 |
| 15 | B | 1 | 0652/12 Oct/Nov 2018 |
| 16 | C | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2019 |
| 17 | C | 1 | 0652/12 Oct/Nov 2019 |
| 18 | D | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2023 |
| 19 | D | 1 | 0652/12 Oct/Nov 2023 |
| 20 | C | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2024 |
| 21 | C | 1 | 0652/11 Oct/Nov 2024 |
5 A model of a molecule is shown. Which molecule could this be? A ammonia B hydrogen chloride C methane D water
1 marks
Answer: D
4 The dot-and-cross diagram shows the outer shell electrons in a molecule with a single covalent bond. key e electron } X_ electron ‘ * nucleus No What could this molecule be? H Ch HCl 0 ONO DW > ~ eK ~*~ {Kw K& Ke OM
1 marks
Answer: C
5 Which formula represents a molecule that contains 3 atoms? A HBr B MgO C NH3 D SCl2
1 marks
Answer: D
5 The diagrams show the bonding in three covalent molecules. 1 2 3 Which of these molecules combine to form ammonia? A 1 and 2 only B 1 and 3 only C 2 and 3 only D 1, 2 and 3
1 marks
Answer: B
3 The following statements are about covalent bonding. Covalent bonds are formed by the ……1…… of electrons. Covalent substances have ……2…… electrical conductivity. Which words correctly complete gaps 1 and 2? 1 2 A sharing high B sharing low C transfer high D transfer low
1 marks
Answer: B
10 The diagram shows an outline of part of the Periodic Table. W X Y Z Which two elements could form a covalent compound? A W and X B W and Y C X and Y D X and Z
1 marks
Answer: A
1 The following statements are about covalent bonding. Covalent bonds are formed by the ……1…… of electrons. Covalent substances have ……2…… electrical conductivity. Which words correctly complete gaps 1 and 2? 1 2 A sharing high B sharing low C transfer high D transfer low
1 marks
Answer: B
10 The diagram shows an outline of part of the Periodic Table. W X Y Z Which two elements could form a covalent compound? A W and X B W and Y C X and Y D X and Z
1 marks
Answer: A
3 The diagram shows the bonding electrons in a covalent molecule. Which molecule is shown? A chlorine B hydrogen chloride C methane D water
1 marks
Answer: C
3 The diagram shows the bonding electrons in a covalent molecule. Which molecule is shown? A chlorine B hydrogen chloride C methane D water
1 marks
Answer: C
4 The following statements are about covalent bonding. Covalent bonds are formed by the ……1…… of electrons. Covalent substances have ……2…… electrical conductivity. Which words correctly complete gaps 1 and 2? 1 2 A sharing high B sharing low C transfer high D transfer low
1 marks
Answer: B
4 The following statements are about covalent bonding. Covalent bonds are formed by the ……1…… of electrons. Covalent substances have ……2…… electrical conductivity. Which words correctly complete gaps 1 and 2? 1 2 A sharing high B sharing low C transfer high D transfer low
1 marks
Answer: B
5 Which statement about the structure of diamond is correct? A Each atom has three covalent bonds. B Electrons in the structure are free to move. C It is made up of layers of atoms. D It is tetrahedral.
1 marks
Answer: D
4 Compound J contains the elements Y and Z. The diagram shows the outer-shell electron arrangement of compound J. Y Y Z Y Which type of compound is J? A alloy B covalent C ionic D macromolecule
1 marks
Answer: B
4 Compound J contains the elements Y and Z. The diagram shows the outer-shell electron arrangement of compound J. Y Y Z Y Which type of compound is J? A alloy B covalent C ionic D macromolecule
1 marks
Answer: B
4 Which row describes properties of a simple covalent compound? electrical volatility conductivity A good high B good low C poor high D poor low
1 marks
Answer: C
4 Some properties of X and Y are shown. property X Y volatility non-volatile highly volatile solubility in water soluble insoluble electrical conductivity when molten good poor Which row describes the bonding in X and Y? X Y A covalent covalent B covalent ionic C ionic covalent D ionic ionic
1 marks
Answer: C
5 Water, H2O, is a covalent molecule made up of hydrogen and oxygen. Which dot-and-cross diagram represents a water molecule? A B C D O O O O H H H H H H H H
1 marks
Answer: D
5 Water, H2O, is a covalent molecule made up of hydrogen and oxygen. Which dot-and-cross diagram represents a water molecule? A B C D O O O O H H H H H H H H
1 marks
Answer: D
5 Some properties of X and Y are shown. property X Y volatility non-volatile highly volatile solubility in water soluble insoluble electrical conductivity when molten good poor Which row describes the bonding in X and Y? X Y A covalent covalent B covalent ionic C ionic covalent D ionic ionic
1 marks
Answer: C
6 Which row shows the formulae of carbon dioxide and chlorine? carbon dioxide chlorine A CO Cl 2 B CO Cl C CO2 Cl 2 D CO2 Cl
1 marks
Answer: C