Homogeneous & Heterogeneous Catalysts (Cambridge (CIE) A Level Chemistry): Exam Questions

Exam code: 9701

17 mins3 questions
1a
1 mark

Iron acts as a catalyst in the Haber process.

Complete the diagram to show the electron configuration of an atom of Fe presubscript 56 presuperscript 26.

Blank electron box diagram for completing the electron configuration of an iron atom
1b
2 marks

State and explain whether the iron used in the Haber process acts as a homogeneous or heterogeneous catalyst.

1c
3 marks

Describe the mode of action of a heterogeneous catalyst in a chemical reaction.

2a
1 mark

Define the term homogeneous catalysis.

2b
3 marks

Describe the mode of action of a homogeneous catalyst.

2c
2 marks

Suggest one advantage and one disadvantage of using a homogeneous catalyst rather than a heterogeneous catalyst in an industrial process.

3a
1 mark

Larger hydrocarbon molecules are cracked into smaller alkanes and alkenes by passing their vapours over a heated catalyst.

Identify a suitable catalyst for this reaction.

3b
2 marks

State and explain whether this process is an example of homogeneous or heterogeneous catalysis.

3c
2 marks

Explain why using a powdered solid catalyst increases the rate of this reaction.