0654.C4.1.06 — State that metals or hydrogen are formed at the cathode and that non-metals (other than hydrogen) are formed at the anode: past paper questions
Real questions on 0654.c4.1.06 — state that metals or hydrogen are formed at the cathode and that non-metals (other than hydrogen) are formed at the anode
The newest 7 of 7 written questions. Open one to see it on the real paper.
- 0973/31 · May/June 2026 · Q8b(i)[2]
Identify gas X and gas Y.
See it on the paper → - 0973/31 · May/June 2026 · Q8b(iii)[1]
Suggest a suitable material for use as the inert electrodes.
See it on the paper → - 0973/41 · October/November 2022 · Q11d(i)[1]
State what is made at the cathode.
See it on the paper → - 0973/42 · May/June 2021 · Q13b[2]
State the name of the gas that forms at each electrode. anode cathode
See it on the paper → - 0973/42 · May/June 2021 · Q13c[2]
State the name of the solution remaining after electrolysis. Explain why the solution is alkaline. name of solution explanation
See it on the paper → - 0973/41 · October/November 2020 · Q11a(ii)[1]
State the name of the product at the cathode.
See it on the paper → - 0973/41 · October/November 2020 · Q11a(iii)[1]
Explain why the electrodes used must be inert electrodes.
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What examiners said
Some knew that hydrogen was liberated at the cathode. Sodium was a popular choice.
— Examiner report, October/November 2020, 0973/41 Q11(a)(ii) (Cambridge)
Correct explanations of why inert electrodes must be used involved the lack of reaction with the electrolyte or products, rather than giving a general definition of the word inert.
— Examiner report, October/November 2020, 0973/41 Q11(a)(iii) (Cambridge)
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