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CHEMISTRY 0620/32
Paper 3 Theory (Core) February/March 2023
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the February/March 2023 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level
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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently, e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

Science-Specific Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.

2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for any
correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.

3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other syllabus
terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).

4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme where
necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

5 ‘List rule’ guidance

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

• The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided.
• Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n.
• Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n.
• Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this should
be treated as a single incorrect response.
• Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.

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6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded by
the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form (e.g. a  10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1
and 10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.

7 Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples / fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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Question Answer Marks

1(a) CH4 1

1(b) Br2 1

1(c) Cl – 1

1(d) Cr3+ 1

1(e) CO2 1

1(f) O2 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a) filter paper in filter funnel (1) 3

filtrate labelled (1)

residue labelled (1)

2(b)(i) chloride / Cl – 1

2(b)(ii) sulfate 1

2(b)(iii) 3.1 (mg) 1

2(c) electronic configuration 2,8 with no other shells added (1) 2

+ / 1+ outside brackets (1)

2(d) oxygen 1

2(e) sewage: contains harmful bacteria / causes disease (1) 2

nitrates: deoxygenate water / remove oxygen from water (1)

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Question Answer Marks

3(a) pair of electrons between each H and N and no other electrons on H atoms (1) 2

two non-bonding electrons on N atom (1)

3(b)(i) car engines / car exhausts / vehicle exhausts 1

3(b)(ii) acid rain / (photochemical) smog / respiratory problems 1

3(c) acidic because nitrogen is a non-metal 1

Question Answer Marks

4(a) B and D (1) 3

have coloured chlorides / have coloured compounds (1)

have high melting points (1)

4(b) 3rd box down ticked (silver chloride) 1

4(c)(i) Mg + Cl2 on line on left AND MgCl2 on line on right 1

4(c)(ii) the energy of the reactants is greater than the energy of the products / the energy of the products is less than the energy of 1
the reactants

4(d) niobium < nickel < iron < magnesium (2) 2

1 mark if one pair reversed

4(e) 411 (2) 2

if 2 marks not scored 1 mark for P = (4  31) = 124

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Question Answer Marks

5(a) high melting point (1) 2

conducts electricity when molten / conducts electricity in aqueous solution (1)

5(b)(i) positive electrode: iodine (1) 2

negative electrode: potassium (1)

5(b)(ii) anode 1

5(c) protons: 53 (1) 2

neutrons: 74 (1)

5(d)(i) I2 (1) 2

2(KCl) (1)

5(d)(ii) displacement 1

5(d)(iii) (pale) yellow-green 1

Question Answer Marks

6(a)(i) circle around the OH group 1

6(a)(ii) C=C bond 1

6(a)(iii) C4H8O 1

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Question Answer Marks

6(a)(iv) 1 mark each for any two of: 2

• (when mixture is heated) water boils off first / water boils off before crotyl alcohol

• (because) water has a lower boiling point / crotyl alcohol has a higher boiling point

• water reaches the condenser first / water condenses first

6(b) 1 mark each for any two of: 2

• 25–35 °C (inclusive of these values)

• anaerobic / absence of oxygen

• yeast

6(c) CnH2n 1

6(d)(i) covalent 1

6(d)(ii) H H 1
│ │
H–C–C–H
│ │
H H

6(d)(iii) chlorine 1

6(d)(iv) 2 (O2) (1) 2

CO2 (1)

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Question Answer Marks

7(a)(i) hematite 1

7(a)(ii) 1 mark each for any four of: 4

the production of carbon monoxide

• carbon burns in oxygen / air

• to form carbon dioxide

• carbon dioxide reduced by carbon / reacts with carbon to form carbon monoxide

the role of carbon monoxide

• iron(III) oxide reduced by carbon monoxide

the role of calcium carbonate, added to the blast furnace

• calcium carbonate decomposes to calcium oxide

• calcium oxide reacts with impurities / silicon(IV) oxide (in iron ore)

• slag formed / calcium silicate formed

7(a)(iii) arrangement: irregular / no (particular) arrangement (1) 2

motion: sliding over each other

7(b) iron gains oxygen 1

7(c)(i) (substance) chemically combined with water 1

7(c)(ii) air / oxygen (1) 2

water (1)

7(d)(i) filtration / filter 1

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Question Answer Marks

7(d)(ii) 1 mark each for any 2 of: 2

• evaporate to point of crystallisation / evaporate until saturated solution formed

• leave to crystalise

• filter off crystals / pick out crystals

• dry with filter paper

Question Answer Marks

8(a)(i) 27 (cm3) 1

8(a)(ii) steeper initial gradient starting at 0-0 (1) 2

line levels off at 44 cm3 (1)

8(b)(i) (rate) decreases / reaction slows down 1

8(b)(ii) (rate) decreases / reaction slows down 1

8(c)(i) sodium chloride (1) 2

water (1)

8(c)(ii) H+ 1

8(c)(iii) pH 13 1

8(c)(iv) yellow 1

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CHEMISTRY 0620/31
Paper 3 Theory (Core) May/June 2023
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the May/June 2023 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International A and AS Level and Cambridge Pre-U components, and some
Cambridge O Level components.

This document consists of 13 printed pages.

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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

 the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
 the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
 the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

 marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond
the scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
 marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
 marks are not deducted for errors
 marks are not deducted for omissions
 answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently, e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

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Science-Specific Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.

2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for
any correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.

3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other
syllabus terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).

4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme
where necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

5 ‘List rule’ guidance

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

 The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided.
 Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n.
 Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n.
 Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this
should be treated as a single incorrect response.
 Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.

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6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded
by the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form (e.g. a  10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1
and 10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.

7 Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples / fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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Examples of how to apply the list rule

State three reasons … [3]

A 1 Correct 

2 Correct  2

3 Wrong 

B 1 Correct, Correct , 

(4 responses) 2 Correct  3

3 Wrong ignore

C 1 Correct 

(4 responses) 2 Correct, Wrong ,  2

3 Correct ignore

D 1 Correct 

(4 responses) 2 Correct, CON (of 2.) , (discount 2) 2

3 Correct 

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E 1 Correct 

(4 responses) 2 Correct  3

3 Correct, Wrong 

F 1 Correct 

(4 responses) 2 Correct 
2
3 Correct 
CON (of 3.) (discount 3)

G 1 Correct 

(5 responses) 2 Correct 
3
3 Correct 
Correct ignore
CON (of 4.) ignore

H 1 Correct 

(4 responses) 2 Correct 
2
3 CON (of 2.) (discount 2)
Correct 

I 1 Correct 

(4 responses) 2 Correct 
2
3 Correct 
CON (of 2.) (discount 2)

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Question Answer Marks

1(a) N 1

1(b) He 1

1(c) I 1

1(d) O 1

1(e) Fe 1

1(f) Al 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) values between –100 °C and +58 °C (inclusive of these values) 1

2(a)(ii) values between 3.20 and 10.0 (inclusive of these values 1

2(a)(iii) gas 1

–10 °C is above the boiling point 1

2(b)(i) displacement 1

2(b)(ii) chlorine is more reactive than iodine / iodine is less reactive than chlorine 1

2(c) configuration as 2,8,7 1

2(d) damp litmus paper (1) 2

bleaches (1)

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Question Answer Marks

3(a) oxygen 1

3(b)(i) sewage / microbes 1

3(b)(ii) deoxygenate (the water) / remove oxygen (from the water) 1

3(c)(i) hydrogencarbonate 1

3(c)(ii) ammonium 1

3(c)(iii) 0.44 (mg) 1

3(d)(i) (substance that is) chemically combined with water 1

3(d)(ii) heat 1

3(e) 2(H2O) (1) 2

H2 (1)

Question Answer Marks

4(a) atom(s) with the same number of protons(1) 2

different numbers of neutrons (1)

4(b) protons: 16 (1) 3

neutrons: 20 (1)

electrons: 18 (1)

4(c)(i) S + O2 on left horizontal line AND SO2 on right horizontal line 1

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Question Answer Marks

4(c)(ii) the energy of the reactants is greater than the energy of the product / the energy of S + O2 is greater than the energy of 1
SO2

4(c)(iii) surroundings 1

4(d)(i) right hand electrode labelled cathode (1) 2

electrolyte labelled (1)

4(d)(ii) product at positive electrode: oxygen (1) 4

observations at positive electrode: bubbles (1)

product at negative electrode: hydrogen (1)

observations at negative electrode: bubbles (1)

4(e) sodium sulfate (1) 3

carbon dioxide (1)

water (1)

4(f) colourless 1

Question Answer Marks

5(a) 1 mark each for any two of: 2

 iron has a high(er) melting point / boiling point

 iron has a high(er) density
 iron is strong(er)
 hard(er)

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Question Answer Marks

5(b) to provide heat / increase temperature (1) 2

to produce carbon dioxide (from the combustion of carbon) (1)

5(c)(i) mixture of a metal with another element 1

5(c)(ii) harder / stronger / more resistant to corrosion 1

5(d) lead<nickel<iron<magnesium (2) 2

if 2 marks not scored: 1 mark for 1 pair adjacent reversed OR

magnesium<iron<nickel<lead

Question Answer Marks

6(a)(i) 1.0 (mol / dm3) 1

2.0 (mol / dm3)
1.5 (mol / dm3)

6(a)(ii) takes longer time / time increases 1

6(a)(iii) takes shorter time / time decreases 1

6(b) filtration 1

6(c) 4th box down ticked (sodium nitrate) 1

Question Answer Marks

7(a)(i) circle around one or both COOH groups 1

7(a)(ii) C5H6O4 1

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Question Answer Marks

7(a)(iii) orange (1) 2

to colourless (1)

7(b) (family / group of similar) compounds with similar chemical properties (1) 2

having the same functional group (1)

7(c) magnesium ethanoate (1) 2

hydrogen (1)

7(d) 88 (2) 2

If 2 marks not scored 1 mark for 32 (for O)

OR 8 (for H)

7(e) ethene (1) 2

steam / water (1)

Question Answer Marks

8(a) 1 mark each for any 2 of: 2

 poor thermal conductor / poor conductor of heat

 not malleable / brittle
 not ductile
 low melting point / low boiling point

8(b)(i) car engines 1

8(b)(ii) respiratory problems / photochemical smog 1

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Question Answer Marks

8(c)(i) pair of electrons (1) 2

(electron(s) shared) between two atoms (1)

8(c)(ii) 3 dot-and-cross bonding pairs between each H and N and no extra electrons on H (1) 2

Two non-bonding electrons on N (1)

8(c)(iii) pH 10 1

8(c)(iv) 1 mark each for any 3 of: 3

 evaporation (of ammonia)
 diffusion (molecules)
 molecules in (constant) movement / molecules
collide / hit / molecules travel / molecules move (rapidly)
 (movement of) molecules is random / in every direction
 molecules spread out / molecules mix
 molecules hit / reach litmus paper
 (molecules spread) from higher concentration to lower concentration / down concentration gradient

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MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the May/June 2023 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International A and AS Level and Cambridge Pre-U components, and some
Cambridge O Level components.

This document consists of 11 printed pages.

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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

 the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
 the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
 the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

 marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond
the scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
 marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
 marks are not deducted for errors
 marks are not deducted for omissions
 answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently, e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

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Science-Specific Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.

2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for
any correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.

3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other
syllabus terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).

4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme
where necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

5 ‘List rule’ guidance

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

 The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided.
 Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n.
 Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n.
 Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this
should be treated as a single incorrect response.
 Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.

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6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded
by the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form (e.g. a  10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1
and 10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.

7 Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples / fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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Question Answer Marks

1(a) O 1

1(b) Cl 1

1(c) K 1

1(d) I 1

1(e) Cr 1

1(f) Cu 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) values between 115 °C and 335 °C (inclusive of these values) 1

2(a)(ii) values between 4.95 and 15.0 (inclusive of these values) 1

2(a)(iii) liquid (1) 2

50 C is between the melting point and boiling point / 50 C is above the melting point and below the boiling point / 50 C is
higher than melting point but lower than boiling point / melting point below 50 C and boiling point above (1)

2(b)(i) iodine (1) 2

potassium bromide (1)

2(b)(ii) bromine is more reactive than iodine / iodine is less reactive than bromine 1

2(b)(iii) add (nitric acid and) silver nitrate (1) 2

yellow precipitate (1)

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Question Answer Marks

3(a)(i) 1 mark each for any two of: 2

 plastics
 sewage
 microbes

3(a)(ii) deoxygenation of water / remove oxygen from water 1

3(b)(i) potassium 1

3(b)(ii) nitrate 1

3(b)(iii) 0.4 (mg) 1

3(c)(i) add water 1

3(c)(ii) anhydrous 1

3(d) 2(H2O) (1) 2

H2 (1)

Question Answer Marks

4(a) (molecule) containing two atoms / (molecule) has two atoms 1

4(b) protons: 17 (1) 3

neutrons: 20 (1)

electrons: 18 (1)

4(c)(i) reaction that transfers thermal energy / reaction that gives out heat (1) 2

to the surroundings (1)

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4(c)(ii) Cl2 + H2 on left horizontal line AND 2HCl on right horizontal line 1

4(c)(iii) the energy of the reactants is greater than the energy of the product / the energy of Cl2 + H2 is greater than the energy of 1
HCl / the energy of the products is less than the energy of the reactants

4(d) red / pink 1

4(e)(i) sodium chloride (1) 2

water (1)

4(e)(ii) OH- 1

4(f)(i) left hand electrode labelled anode (1) 2

electrolyte labelled (1)

4(f)(ii) product at anode: chlorine (1) 4

observations at anode: green gas / bubbles (1)

product at cathode: hydrogen (1)

observations at cathode: bubbles (1)

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Question Answer Marks

5(a)(i) hematite 1

5(a)(ii) carbon (1) 2

carbon dioxide (1)

5(b) coating with plastic / painting / greasing / galvanising 1

5(c) silver<chromium<beryllium <magnesium (1) 2

if 2 marks not scored: 1 mark for 1 pair reversed (consecutive) OR

magnesium<beryllium<chromium<silver

Question Answer Marks

6(a)(i) medium 1
small
large

6(a)(ii) takes shorter time / less time taken 1

6(a)(iii) takes longer time / more time taken 1

6(b) filtration 1

6(c) 3rd box down ticked (silver chloride) 1

Question Answer Marks

7(a)(i) circle around OH group 1

7(a)(ii) C5H6O5 1

7(a)(iii) has a C=C bond / has a carbon – carbon double bond 1

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Question Answer Marks

7(b)(i) 1

7(b)(ii) 2
aqueous bromine (1)

turns colourless / decolourises (1)

7(c)(i) catalyst (1) 2

high temperature (1)

7(c)(ii) C8H18 1

7(d) fermentation 1

7(e) sodium ethanoate 1

7(f) 102 (2) 2

If 2 marks not scored 1 mark for 60 (for C)

OR 10 (for H)

Question Answer Marks

8(a) 1 mark each for any 2 of: 2

 poor thermal conductor / poor conductor of heat

 poor electrical conductor
 not malleable / brittle
 not ductile
 low melting point / low boiling point

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8(b)(i) pair of electrons between each H and C and no other electrons on the H atoms 1

8(b)(ii) CnH2n+2 1

8(b)(iii) decomposition of vegetation / waste gases from digestion in animals 1

8(b)(iv) (increased) global warming / climate change 1

8(b)(v) carbon monoxide 1

8(c)(i) pH 4 1

8(c)(ii) 1 mark each for any two of: 2

 catalytic converters
 low sulfur fuels
 flue gas desulfurisation

8(c)(iii) 1 mark each for any 3 of: 3

 diffusion
 molecules in (constant) movement / molecules collide / molecules travel
 (movement of) molecules is random / molecules (move) in every direction
 molecules spread out / molecules mix
 molecules hit filter paper / reach filter paper
 (molecules spread) from higher concentration to lower concentration / down concentration gradient

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CHEMISTRY 0620/33
Paper 3 Theory (Core) May/June 2023
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the May/June 2023 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International A and AS Level and Cambridge Pre-U components, and some
Cambridge O Level components.

This document consists of 10 printed pages.

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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

 the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
 the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
 the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

 marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond
the scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
 marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
 marks are not deducted for errors
 marks are not deducted for omissions
 answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently, e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

Science-Specific Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.

2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for
any correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.

3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other
syllabus terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).

4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme
where necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

5 ‘List rule’ guidance

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

 The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided.
 Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n.
 Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n.
 Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this
should be treated as a single incorrect response.
 Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.

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6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded
by the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form (e.g. a  10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1
and 10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.

7 Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples / fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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Question Answer Marks

1(a) C 1

1(b) N 1

1(c) I 1

1(d) Li 1

1(e) Fe 1

1(f) Al 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) values between –100 °C and +10 °C (inclusive of these values) 1

2(a)(ii) values lower than 0.003 1

2(a)(iii) solid (1) 2

100 °C is lower than the melting point / the melting point is above 100 °C (1)

2(b)(i) bromine (1) 2

sodium chloride (1)

2(b)(ii) flame test / put sodium (compound) in (non-luminous) flame (1) 2

(flame colour) yellow (1)

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Question Answer Marks

3(a)(i) 1 mark each for any two of: 2

 plastics
 phosphates
 microbes

3(a)(ii) contains harmful microbes 1

3(b)(i) nickel 1

3(b)(ii) sulfate 1

3(b)(iii) 0.55 (mg) 1

3(c)(i) heat 1

3(c)(ii) hydrated 1

3(d) 4(H2O) (1) 2

(4) H2 (1)

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Question Answer Marks

4(a) protons: 35 (1) 3

neutrons: 46 (1)

electrons: 36 (1)

4(b)(i) 2HBr on left horizontal line AND H2 + Br2 on right horizontal line 1

4(b)(ii) the energy of the reactant is lower than the energy of the products / the energy of HBr is lower than the energy of H2 + 1
Br2 / the energy of the products is greater than the energy of the reactants

4(b)(iii) surroundings 1

4(c)(i) H+ 1

4(c)(ii) salt (1) 3

carbon dioxide (1)

water (1)

4(c)(iii) red / pink 1

4(d)(i) left hand electrode labelled cathode (1) 2

electrolyte labelled (1)

4(d)(ii) product at anode: bromine (1) 4

observations at anode: red-brown fumes / brown gas / (red-brown) bubbles (1)

product at cathode: lead (1)

observations at anode: grey solid / grey deposit / silver solid / silver deposit (1)

4(d)(iii) conducts electricity / inert 1

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Question Answer Marks

5(a) 1 mark each for any two of: 2

 nickel has a high melting point / boiling point

 nickel has a high density
 nickel is strong / hard

5(b) hard / resistant to corrosion / strong 1

5(c) gold  nickel  lanthanum  magnesium (1) 2

if 2 marks not scored: 1 mark for 1 pair reversed (consecutive) OR

magnesium  lanthanum  nickel  gold

5(d) electronic configuration shown as 2,8,2 1

Question Answer Marks

6(a)(i) 40 °C 1
20 °C
30 °C

6(a)(ii) takes shorter time / less time taken 1

6(a)(iii) takes longer time / more time taken 1

6(b) filter (off excess magnesium) (1) 2

heat until point of crystallisation / heat until form saturated solution

6(c) first box down ticked (ammonium sulfate) 1

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Question Answer Marks

7(a)(i) circle around C=C bond 1

7(a)(ii) C4H8O 1

7(a)(iii) aqueous bromine / bromine water (1) 3

saturated: remains orange / no colour change (1)

unsaturated: decolourises / turns colourless (1)

7(b)(i) CnH2n+1OH 1

7(b)(ii) H H 1
│ │
H–C–C–O–H
│ │
H H

7(c) 116 (2) 2

if 2 marks not scored 1 mark for 32 (for O)

OR 12 (for H)

7(d) 1 mark each for any two of: 2

 25–35 °C (inclusive of these values)

 yeast
 absence of oxygen / anaerobic

7(e) sodium ethanoate (1) 2

hydrogen (1)

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Question Answer Marks

8(a) 1 mark each for any 2 of: 2

 not malleable / brittle

 not ductile
 poor electrical conductor
 low melting point / low boiling point

8(b) 1 mark each for two of: 2

 planting (more) trees

 reduction in livestock farming
 decreasing use of fossil fuels / increasing use of hydrogen / renewable energy

8(c)(i) pair of electrons between each H and O and no other electrons on H (1) 2

4 non-bonding electrons on O (1)

8(c)(ii) low melting points / low boiling points (1) 2

do not conduct electricity / do not conduct heat (1)

8(c)(iii) a substance that dissolves a solute 1

8(c)(iv) pH 7 1

8(c)(v) 1 mark each for any 3 of: 3

 copper sulfate dissolves / particles go into solution

 diffusion
 particles in (constant) movement / particles collide / molecules travel
 (movement of) particles is random/particles (move) in every direction
 particles spread out / particles mix
 (particles spread) from higher concentration to lower concentration / down concentration gradient

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Paper 3 Theory (Core) For examination from 2023
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Specimen

This document has 10 pages. Any blank pages are indicated.

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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the specific
content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these marking
principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.
GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).
GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

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• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.
GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently, e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.
GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
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be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or grade
descriptors in mind.

Generic Science Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.
2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for any
correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.
3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other syllabus
terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).
4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme where
necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

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5 ‘List rule’ guidance

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

• The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided.
• Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n.
• Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n.
• Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this should
be treated as a single incorrect response.
• Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.
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6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded by
the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form (e.g. a × 10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1 and
10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.
7. Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples/fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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Abbreviations used in the Mark Scheme

• ; separates marking points

• / separates alternatives within a marking point
• R reject
• I ignore (mark as if this material was not present)
• A accept (a less than ideal answer which should be marked correct)
• COND indicates mark is conditional on previous marking point
• OWTTE or words to that effect (accept other ways of expressing the same idea)
• AW alternate wording (where responses vary more than usual)
• underline actual word given must be used by candidate (grammatical variants accepted)
• max indicates the maximum number of marks that can be awarded
• ECF credit a correct statement that follows a previous wrong response
• () the word / phrase in brackets is not required, but sets the context
• ORA or reverse argument
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Question Answer Marks

1(a)(i) B 1
1(a)(ii) B 1
1(a)(iii) E 1
1(a)(iv) C 1
2−
1(b) number of electrons in O ion = 10 1
number of neutrons in S = 18 1
number of protons in S = 16 AND in O2− = 8 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) 25 (mg) 1
+
2(a)(ii) potassium / K 1
2(a)(iii) eight electrons in outer shell and none added elsewhere 1
2(a)(iv) add acidified aqueous silver nitrate 1

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2(a)(v) tap water contains dissolved ions / tap water contains impurities ORA 1
2(b) ammonium sulfate (3rd box ticked) 1
2(c)(i) COOH group circled 1
2(c)(ii) C3H6O3 1
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Question Answer Marks

3(a) Any three from: 3
• crystal dissolves
• (cobalt(II) chloride) particles go from close together to spread out / particles go into solution / particles go into the water
• diffusion
• random movement of particles / particles move anywhere (in the liquid) / particles move in all directions
• particles collide / particles bounce off each other
• (bulk) movement of particles from higher to lower concentration / movement of particles down a concentration gradient
3(b)(i) reversible reaction 1
3(b)(ii) blue 1
pink 1
3(c)(i) cobalt < zinc < magnesium < barium 2

if 2 marks not scored, 1 mark for all reversed / one consecutive pair reversed
3(c)(ii) 100 (°C) 1
3(d) Any two from: 2

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• Co has high melting point / boiling point ORA for Li
• Co has high density ORA for Li
• Co has catalytic activity ORA for Li
• Co forms coloured compounds ORA for Li
• Co compounds have variable oxidation states / form ions with different charges ORA for Li
• Co is hard / Co is strong ORA for Li
• Co less reactive ORA for Li / Li reacts rapidly with water / Co does not react with water / Co reacts slowly with water
• Co is magnetic ORA for Li
3(e) 6 (CoO) 1
3(f) Co3O4 loses oxygen / cobalt oxide loses oxygen / it loses oxygen / oxygen removed from cobalt oxide / 1
oxidation number of Co is reduced
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4(a)(i) reaction complete / reaction finished / no more sulfuric acid left 1
4(a)(ii) 3 min / 180 s (unit needed) 1
4(a)(iii) line with steeper gradient and starting at (0,0) 1
line ends at same volume and before the line already drawn 1
4(b) faster reaction / rate increases / reaction speeds up 1
(zinc) powder has a larger surface area ORA 1
4(c)(i) (substance containing) atoms of two or more different elements bonded / joined together 1
4(c)(ii) H+ 1
4(c)(iii) red 1
4(c)(iv) 98 2

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5(a) diamond does not conduct 1
sulfur does not conduct 1
5(b) low boiling point 1
5(c)(i) strong force of attraction 1
between + and – ions / between oppositely charged ions 1
5(c)(ii) does not conduct when solid but conducts when molten 1
higher boiling point 1
5(d) (low) density 1
5(e) the anode: bromine / Br2 1
the cathode: potassium / K 1
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6(a) oxides 1
6(b) max four from: 4

reaction with a named acid

max three from:
• forms a salt
• correctly named sodium salt from correctly named acid
• water formed
• neutralisation reaction

reaction with an ammonium salt

max three from:
• ammonia produced / NH3 produced
• forms a (different) salt
• correctly named salt from named ammonium salt
• water formed
• gas turns (damp) red litmus blue

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6(c) pH 10 1
6(d) 2nd box down ticked (potassium chloride) 1
3rd box down ticked (sodium phosphate) 1
6(e)(i) car engines 1
6(e)(ii) acid rain 1

Question Answer Marks

7(a) colour of astatine: black / grey-black 1
boiling point of bromine: any value between 0 and 177 (°C) 1
state of iodine at 190 °C: gas / vapour 1
7(b)(i) potassium chloride 1
7(b)(ii) chlorine is more reactive than bromine 1
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7(b)(iii) pair of electrons in overlap area between the atoms 1
six unbonded electrons on each Cl atom in the molecule 1

Question Answer Marks

8(a)(i) 2 (H2) and 2 (H2O) 1
8(a)(ii) (g) = gas 1
(l) = liquid 1
8(a)(iii) exothermic 1
8(b) only water formed 1
water not a pollutant / no CO2 formed 1
8(c) decreasing use of fossil fuels / use renewable fuels 1
reduction in livestock farming 1
8(d) carbon dioxide 1

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8(e)(i) breakdown of larger alkanes 1
into smaller alkanes AND an alkene / ethene / H2 1
8(e)(ii) C10H22 1
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Paper 3 Theory (Core) February/March 2022
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the February/March 2022 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level
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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently, e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

Science-Specific Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.

2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for any
correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.

3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other syllabus
terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).

4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme where
necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

5 ‘List rule’ guidance

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

• The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided.
• Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n.
• Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n.
• Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this
should be treated as a single incorrect response.
• Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.

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6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded by
the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form (e.g. a × 10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1
and 10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.

7 Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples / fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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Question Answer Marks

1(a)(i) A 1

1(a)(ii) C 1

1(a)(iii) C 1

1(a)(iv) B 1

1(a)(v) D 1

1(b) number of electrons in Rb ion: = 36 (1) 3

number of neutrons in U = 143 (1)

number of protons in U = 92
AND
number of protons in Rb ion = 37 (1)

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) 1 (%) 1

2(a)(ii) 1 mark each for any two of: 2

• less carbon dioxide in X / more carbon dioxide in Y

• more methane in X / less methane in Y
• less nitrogen in X / more nitrogen in Y

2(b) 2 electrons in each of the four overlap areas 1

AND
no unpaired electrons on the hydrogen atoms

2(c)(i) 2 (H2S) (1) 2

3 (O2) (1)

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2(c)(ii) sulfur has gained oxygen / hydrogen sulfide has gained oxygen 1

Question Answer Marks

3(a) 1 mark each for any three of: 3

• conduct electricity / conduct heat

• malleable
• ductile
• shiny / lustrous
• sonorous / rings when hit

3(b)(i) mixture of metal with another element 1

3(b)(ii) (alloy is) hard(er) / (more) resistant to corrosion / strong(er) 1

3(b)(iii) cutlery / chemical plant / surgical equipment 1

3(c) copper , zinc , magnesium , potassium (2) 2

if 2 marks not scored: 1 mark for one consecutive pair reversed

3(d) 14.4 (g) 1

Question Answer Marks

4(a)(i) sodium nitrate (1) 2

(and) water (1)

4(a)(ii) named suitable indicator e.g. methyl orange / litmus (1) 2

correct colour in alkali e.g. blue (for litmus) / yellow (for methyl orange) (1)

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4(a)(iii) ammonia (1) 2

sodium chloride (1)

4(b) 1 mark each for any two of: 2

• evaporate to point of crystallisation / heat to point of crystallisation / evaporate some of the water and leave (1)

• filter crystals / pick out crystals (1)

• dry with filter paper / dry in drying oven

4(c) large pieces: (rate) decreases / (reaction gets) slower (1) 3

catalyst: (rate) increases / (reaction gets) faster (1)

lower concentration: (rate) decreases / (reaction gets) slower (1)

Question Answer Marks

5(a)(i) G is oxygen (1) 2

H is nitrogen (1)

5(a)(ii) volume increases (as temperature increases) 1

5(a)(iii) they have a full outer shell (of electrons) / they have a complete outer shell (of electrons) 1

5(a)(iv) arrangement: irregular / random (1) 2

separation: far apart (1)

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5(b)(i) oxides of nitrogen: 2

breathing difficulties / irritates lungs / irritates eyes / irritates throat / irritates skin / lung problems (1)

lead compounds:
poisonous / toxic / harms nervous system / harms brain (1)

5(b)(ii) 1 mark for each correct pollutant and one 1 mark for each correct source e.g. 4

sulfur dioxide (1)

burning fossil fuels / volcanoes (1)

carbon monoxide (1)

incomplete combustion of carbon containing substance / incomplete combustion of named carbon compound (1)

Question Answer Marks

6(a)(i) boiling point of Na any values between 800 and 1300 (°C) (inclusive of these values) (1) 2

hardness of Li: any value above 0.70 (MPa) up to a maximum of 5.0 (MPa) (1)

6(a)(ii) liquid (1) 2

200 °C is above the melting point and below the boiling point / 200 °C is between the melting and boiling points (1)

6(b) 1 mark each for any 2 of: 2

• bubbles / effervescence / fizzing

• potassium disappears
• potassium moves around
• potassium floats on the surface
• (bursts into) flame / sparks / explodes

BUT
colour of flame is lilac = 2 marks

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6(c)(i) carbon / graphite 1

6(c)(ii) inert / unreactive 1

6(c)(iii) negative electrode: lithium (1) 2

positive electrode: chlorine (1)

6(d) high boiling point / high melting point (1) 2

soluble in water (1)

Question Answer Marks

7(a)(i) Q 1

7(a)(ii) S 1

7(a)(iii) R 1

7(a)(iv) C4H8O2 1

7(b)(i) alkenes 1

7(b)(ii) breakdown of a compound (1) 2

using heat / by heat (1)

7(c) naphtha → making chemicals 2

lubricating fraction → waxes and polishes
kerosene → jet fuel

all 3 correct (2)

1 or 2 correct (1)

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8(a) substance containing only one type of atom / substance where the atoms have the same proton number 1

8(b) water treatment / water purification / killing bacteria 1

8(c)(i) 2 (P) (1) 2

5 (Cl2) (1)

8(c)(ii) releases thermal energy / releases heat 1

8(d)(i) bromine (1) 2

sodium chloride (1)

8(d)(ii) (add nitric acid and aqueous) silver nitrate (1) 2

cream precipitate / cream solid (1)

8(d)(iii) bromine is less reactive than chlorine / chlorine more reactive than bromine 1

8(e) 113 (2) 2

If two marks not scored, allow 1 mark for H = 6 × 1 / 6 OR Cl = 2 × 35.5 / 71

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MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the May/June 2022 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International A and AS Level and Cambridge Pre-U components, and some
Cambridge O Level components.

This document consists of 10 printed pages.

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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

 the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
 the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
 the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

 marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
 marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
 marks are not deducted for errors
 marks are not deducted for omissions
 answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently, e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

Science-Specific Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.

2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for any
correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.

3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other syllabus
terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).

4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme where
necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

5 ‘List rule’ guidance

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

 The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided.
 Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n.
 Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n.
 Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this should
be treated as a single incorrect response.
 Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.

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6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded by
the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form (e.g. a  10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1
and 10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.

7 Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples / fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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Question Answer Marks

1(a)(i) CaO 1

1(a)(ii) Cu2+ 1

1(a)(iii) H2 1

1(a)(iv) C2H4 1

1(a)(v) Cl - 1

1(b) neutron: 0 / no charge / nil (1) 2

electron: –1 (1)

1(c) 2nd box ticked (1) 2

3rd box ticked (1)

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) Cl – / chloride 1

2(a)(ii) ammonium chloride 1

2(a)(iii) 6.1 (g) 1

2(b) (acidify and) add barium nitrate (1) 2

white precipitate (1)

2(c) C9H8O 1

2(d)(i) O 1
║
─ C─O─H

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Question Answer Marks

2(d)(ii) carbon dioxide (1) 2

water (1)

Question Answer Marks

3(a) electrons: 17 (1) 3

neutrons: 20 (1)

protons: 17 (1)

3(b) to kill bacteria (1) 1

3(c)(i) 2 (KI) (1) 2

2 (KCl) (1)

3(c)(ii) chlorine is more reactive than iodine / iodine is less reactive than chlorine 1

3(d)(i) boiling point of fluorine: 2

values between – 40 and – 210 (inclusive of these values) (1)

density of chlorine:
values between 1.6 and 3.0 (inclusive of these values) (1)

3(d)(ii) solid (1) 2

–105 °C is lower than the melting point / the melting point is above –105 °C (1)

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4(a) acidic: red / pink (1) 2

alkaline: yellow (1)

4(b) calcium chloride (1) 2

water (1)

4(c) making cement / making steel / neutralising acidic soils / flue gas desulfurisation / making glass 1

4(d)(i) reaction which gives out thermal energy / reaction which releases heat 1

4(d)(ii) The energy of the reactants is higher than the energy of the products / the energy of the products is lower than the energy of 1
the reactants

Question Answer Marks

5(a) A: freezing (1) 2

B: boiling (1)

5(b) separation: 4
liquid: close together / some touching (1)

gas: far apart (1)

motion:
liquid: sliding over each other / restricted movement (1)

gas: moving freely (1)

5(c) lead oxide has lost oxygen 1

5(d)(i) (leaded) petrol / paints 1

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5(d)(ii) poisonous / toxic / harms nerves / harms brain 1

5(e)(i) giant 1

5(e)(ii) covalent 1

5(e)(iii) cutting tools / for cutting / drill tips / jewellery 1

5(e)(iv) 2,4 1

Question Answer Marks

6(a)(i) C 1

6(a)(ii) D 1

6(a)(iii) C 1

6(a)(iv) E 1

6(b) (fractional) distillation 1

6(c) refinery gas: heating / cooking (1) 3

gasoline: fuel for cars / fuel for vehicles (1)

waxes: lubricating (fraction) (1)

6(d)(i) breakdown / decomposition of hydrocarbons (1) 2

idea of long chain hydrocarbons being converted to short chain hydrocarbons (1)

6(d)(ii) heat / thermal (decomposition) / high temperature (1) 2

catalyst (1)

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7(a) 1 mark each for any three of: 3

 conduct electricity OR conduct heat (1)
 malleable (1)
 ductile (1)
 shiny / lustrous (1)

7(b) 3 (Zn) (1) 2

2 (P) (1)

7(c)(i) wires leading from each side of power pack or battery to the electrodes (1) 2

positive electrode labelled anode (1)

7(c)(ii) positive electrode: chlorine (1) 2

negative electrode: zinc (1)

7(d)(i) reversible reaction 1

7(d)(ii) pH 3 1

7(e) 123 (2) 2

if two marks not scored, allow 1 mark for C = 4  12 / 48 OR H = 1  10 / 10

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8(a) 180.42 1

8(b) initial gradient steeper and line starts at 181.00 (1) 2

line is curved and ends at same final volume (1)

8(c) catalyst: rate increases / reaction faster / rate higher / reaction speeds up (1) 2

concentration: rate decreases / reaction slower / rate lower / reaction slows down (1)

8(d) 95 (cm3) 1

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MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the May/June 2022 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International A and AS Level and Cambridge Pre-U components, and some
Cambridge O Level components.

This document consists of 10 printed pages.

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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

 the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
 the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
 the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

 marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
 marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
 marks are not deducted for errors
 marks are not deducted for omissions
 answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently, e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

Science-Specific Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.

2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for any
correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.

3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other syllabus
terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).

4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme where
necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

5 ‘List rule’ guidance

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

 The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided.
 Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n.
 Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n.
 Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this should
be treated as a single incorrect response.
 Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.

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6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded by
the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form (e.g. a  10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1
and 10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.

7 Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples / fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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Question Answer Marks

1(a)(i) CO2 1

1(a)(ii) K+ 1

1(a)(iii) O2 1

1(a)(iv) U 1

1(a)(v) Br- 1

1(b) neutron: 1 (1) 2

electron: values between 0.000001 and 0.001 (1)

1(c) 2nd box ticked (1) 2

5th box ticked (1)

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) Mg2+ / magnesium 1

2(a)(ii) magnesium sulfate 1

2(a)(iii) 6.4 (g) 1

2(b) (add nitric acid and add) silver nitrate (1) 2

white precipitate (1)

2(c) C3H8O3 1

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2(d)(i) HH 1
│ │
H─C─C─O─H
│ │
H H

2(d)(ii) carbon dioxide (1) 2

water (1)

2(d)(iii) fuel / solvent 1

Question Answer Marks

3(a) electrons: 19 (1) 3

neutrons: 21 (1)

protons: 19 (1)

3(b) 2 (H2O) (1) 2

H2 (1)

3(c)(i) melting point of sodium: values between 65 and 178 (inclusive of these values) (1) 2

hardness of potassium: values between 0.3 and 0.6 (inclusive of these values) (1)

3(c)(ii) liquid (1) 2

100 °C is higher than the melting point but lower than the boiling point / 100 °C is between the melting and boiling
point / 100 °C is above the melting point and below the boiling point (1)

3(d)(i) bromine displaces iodine from potassium iodide / bromine replaces iodide in potassium iodide 1

3(d)(ii) brown 1

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3(e) (molecule) has two atoms 1

3(f) volatile 1

Question Answer Marks

4(a) neutralisation 1

4(b) acidic: red / pink (1) alkaline: blue (1) 2

4(c) calcium nitrate (1) 2

water (1)

4(d)(i) exothermic 1

4(d)(ii) reactants on top left horizontal line and products on bottom left horizontal line 1

4(e) treating acidic soil / neutralising acidic waste / flue gas desulfurisation / neutralising acidic soil 1

Question Answer Marks

5(a) A: melting (1) 2

B: condensation / condensing (1)

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5(b) arrangement: 4
solid: regular / in rows (1)

liquid: irregular (1)

separation:
solid: close together / touching (1)

liquid: close together / (some) touching (1)

5(c)(i) bauxite 1

5(c)(ii) aluminium is too reactive / aluminium is above carbon in the reactivity series 1

5(d) oxygen removed from iron oxide / iron oxide loses oxygen 1

5(e) use (1) 2

property related to the use (1)

e.g. aircraft/ aeroplane (1) low density / strength (1)

food containers / food cans / window frames (1) resistance to corrosion (1)

Saucepans/ pans (1) Good conductor of heat (1)

5(f) 2,8,3 1

Question Answer Marks

6(a)(i) D and E 1

6(a)(ii) F 1

6(a)(iii) C 1

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Question Answer Marks

6(b) (fractional) distillation (1) AND 4

1 mark each for any three of:
 petroleum vaporised / heated / turned into a gas
 temperature gradient in column / column hotter at bottom / colder at top
 smaller hydrocarbons go further up the column / larger hydrocarbons stay near the bottom of the column
 different boiling points of fractions / alkanes / molecules / hydrocarbons
 fractions / molecules / hydrocarbons come off at different heights in the column

6(c) naphtha: making chemicals (1) 3

diesel oil: fuel for cars / fuel for vehicles (1)

making roads: bitumen (1)

Question Answer Marks

7(a)(i) 1 mark each for any two of: 2

 conduct electricity / conduct heat (1)
 malleable (1)
 ductile (1)
 shiny / lustrous (1)

7(a)(ii) density is low(er) / melting point is low(er) / soft 1

7(b) 4 (Na) (1) 2

2 (Na2O) (1)

7(c)(i) electrolyte labelled (1) 2

negative electrode labelled cathode (1)

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7(c)(ii) positive electrode: iodine (1) 2

negative electrode: sodium (1)

7(d) 158 (2) 2

if two marks not scored, allow 1 mark for S = 2  32 / 64 OR O = 3  16 / 48

Question Answer Marks

8(a) 44 (cm3) 1

8(b) initial gradient steeper starting at 0-0 point (1) 2

line ends at same final volume (1)

8(c) concentration: rate increases / reaction faster / rate higher / reaction speeds up (1) 2

smaller pieces: rate increases / reaction faster / rate higher / reaction speeds up (1)

8(d) 0.44 (g) 1

8(e) making iron / making cement 1

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CHEMISTRY 0620/33
Paper 3 Theory (Core) May/June 2022
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the May/June 2022 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International A and AS Level and Cambridge Pre-U components, and some
Cambridge O Level components.

This document consists of 10 printed pages.

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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

 the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
 the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
 the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

 marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
 marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
 marks are not deducted for errors
 marks are not deducted for omissions
 answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently, e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

Science-Specific Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.

2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for any
correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.

3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other syllabus
terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).

4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme where
necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

5 ‘List rule’ guidance

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

 The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided.
 Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n.
 Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n.
 Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this should
be treated as a single incorrect response.
 Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.

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6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded by
the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form (e.g. a  10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1
and 10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.

7 Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples / fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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Question Answer Marks

1(a)(i) He 1

1(a)(ii) Li+ 1

1(a)(iii) H2 1

1(a)(iv) CO2 1

1(a)(v) O2- 1

1(b) proton: +1 (1) 2

electron: -1 (1)

1(c) 1st box ticked (1) 2

5th box ticked (1)

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) PO43- / phosphate 1

2(a)(ii) ammonium carbonate 1

2(a)(iii) 0.55 (g) 1

2(b) a few drops: white precipitate (1) 2

excess: precipitate dissolves / colourless solution (1)

2(c) C3H8O2 1

2(d)(i) group (1) 2

similar (1)

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2(d)(ii) 1 mark each for any two of: 2

 carbon monoxide
 water
 carbon

Question Answer Marks

3(a) electrons: 11 (1) 3

neutrons: 12 (1)

protons: 11 (1)

3(b)(i) yellow-green (1) 1

3(b)(ii) the molecule has two atoms 1

3(b)(iii) Cl2 (1) 2

2 (NaCl) (1)

3(b)(iv) 1 mark each for any two of: 2

 high melting point / high boiling point
 conducts electricity when molten
 dissolves in water

3(c)(i) melting point of potassium: 2

values between 42 and 95 (inclusive of these values) (1)

atomic radius of sodium:

values between 0.160 and 0.230 (inclusive of these values) (1)

3(c)(ii) gas (1) 2

700 °C is higher than the boiling point / the boiling point is below 700°C (1)
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3(c)(iii) 1 mark each for any two of: 2

 low(er) density (1)
 low(er) melting point (1)
 soft(er)

3(d) chlorine displaces iodine from sodium iodide / chlorine replaces iodide in sodium iodide 1

Question Answer Marks

4(a) (from) yellow (1) 2

to

red / pink (1)

4(b) calcium chloride (1) 2

carbon dioxide (1)

4(c)(i) making cement / making iron / neutralising acidic soils / flue gas desulfurisation 1

4(c)(ii) reaction which absorbs thermal energy / reaction which absorbs heat 1

4(c)(iii) The energy of the reactants is lower than the energy of the products / the energy of the products is higher than the energy of 1
the reactants

4(c)(iv) 24 (cm3) 1

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Question Answer Marks

5(a) condensation / condensing (1) 2

sublimation / subliming (1)

5(b) arrangement: 4
solid: regular / in rows (1)

gas: irregular (1)

motion:
solid: vibrating (only)

gas: moving freely / moving randomly (1)

5(c) 2,8,6 1

5(d)(i) reversible reaction 1

5(d)(ii) bleach / manufacture of wood pulp / making paper / food preservative 1

5(e)(i) pH 4 1

5(e)(ii) (chemical) erosion / corrosion 1

Question Answer Marks

6(a)(i) B 1

6(a)(ii) D 1

6(a)(iii) C 1

6(a)(iv) D 1

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6(b)  C2H4 / correct displayed formula (1) 4

 steam (1)
 1 mark each for any two of:
– catalyst
– high temperature / heat
– high pressure

6(c) making chemicals: naphtha (1) 3

kerosene: jet fuel (1)

fuel oil: fuel for ships / fuel for (home) heating (1)

Question Answer Marks

7(a) 6 (Li) (1) 2

2 (Li3N) (1)

7(b)(i) positive electrode labelled anode (1) 2

electrolyte correctly labelled (1)

7(b)(ii) positive electrode: bromine (1) 2

negative electrode: lithium (1)

7(b)(iii) inert / unreactive 1

7(c) 87 (2) 2

if two marks not scored, allow 1 mark for H = 5  1 / 5 OR O = 2 16 / 32 OR Li = 2  7 / 14

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Question Answer Marks

8(a) 36 (s) 1

8(b) initial gradient steeper (1) 2

line ends at same final volume (1)

8(c) higher temperature: rate increases / reaction faster (1) 2

concentration: rate decreases / reaction slower (1)

8(d) NaOCl has lost oxygen / it has lost oxygen 1

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Paper 3 Theory (Core) October/November 2022
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the October/November 2022 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level
components.

This document consists of 10 printed pages.

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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently, e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

Science-Specific Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.

2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for any
correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.

3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other syllabus
terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).

4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme where
necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

5 ‘List rule’ guidance

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

• The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided.
• Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n.
• Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n.
• Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this should
be treated as a single incorrect response.
• Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.

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6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded by
the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form (e.g. a  10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1
and 10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.

7 Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples / fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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Question Answer Marks

1(a)(i) B 1

1(a)(ii) G 1

1(a)(iii) C 1

1(a)(iv) D 1

1(a)(v) A 1

1(b)(i) one mark each for any 2 of: 2

• breakdown of long chain hydrocarbons / breakdown of large hydrocarbons
• to short chain hydrocarbons / to small hydrocarbons
• by heat / when heated / thermal (energy)

1(b)(ii) C5H10 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) 5(%) 1

2(a)(ii) iron 1

2(a)(iii) one mark each for any 2 of: 2

• more iron in whole / less iron in crust
• more magnesium in whole / less magnesium in crust
• less oxygen in whole / more oxygen in crust
• less silicon in whole / more silicon in crust

2(b) 2 electrons in outer shell (1) 2

2,8,8 in inner shells (1)

2(c)(i) hematite (1) 1

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2(c)(ii) 2 (Fe) (1) 2

3 (CO2) (1)

2(c)(iii) breakdown of a compound (1) 2

by heat / when heated / using thermal energy (1)

2(c)(iv) 3rd box down ticked (it reacts with impurities in the iron ore to form slag) 1

2(c)(v) less iron ore mined / conserves iron ore / less energy used to produce iron / conserves fuels 1

Question Answer Marks

3(a) coal / coke / wood 1

3(b) L 1

3(c) exothermic 1

3(d) carbon dioxide (1) 2

water (1)

3(e)(i) 235U 1

3(e)(ii) testing for leaks in pipes / measuring paper thickness 1

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4(a)(i) melting point of chlorine: 2

values between –10 and – 210 (inclusive of these values) (1)

density of fluorine:
values lower than 0.003 (inclusive of this value) but not below 0.0001 (1)

4(a)(ii) gas (1) 2

0 °C higher than the boiling point / the boiling point is below 0 °C (1)

4(b)(i) 2 (F2) (1) 2

4 (HF) (1)

4(b)(ii) gain of oxygen / addition of oxygen 1

4(c) 1 mark each for any 3 of: 3

• bromine particles escape from liquid
• diffusion
• particles in (constant) movement / particles collide
• (movement of particles) is random / in every direction
• particles spread out
• particles (spread) from higher concentration to lower concentration

Question Answer Marks

5(a) potassium (1) 2

phosphorus (1)

5(b) calcium chloride (1) 2

water (1)

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5(c) (add dilute nitric acid and) silver nitrate (1) 2

white precipitate (1)

5(d)(i) vehicle engines / high temperature furnaces / lightning 1

5(d)(ii) breathing difficulties / asthma 1

Question Answer Marks

6(a) Products (max 2 marks) 4

1 mark each for any of:
• zinc chloride (for zinc and zinc oxide)
• reaction with Zn gives off hydrogen
• reaction with ZnO gives water

Observations (max 2 marks)

with zinc
• bubbles / effervescence
• zinc disappears / zinc gets smaller

with zinc oxide

• zinc oxide disappears / zinc oxide gets smaller

6(b)(i) 1.0 1
2.0
0.5

6(b)(ii) takes longer / time increases 1

6(c) pH 12 1

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6(d) yellow (1) 2

to red / pink (1)

6(e)(i) crops / plants don’t grow well if pH acidic 1

6(e)(ii) calcium carbonate / calcium oxide / slaked lime 1

6(f) 1 mark each for any two of: 2

• evaporate to point of crystallisation / heat to point of crystallisation / evaporate some of the water and leave (to
crystallise) / heat to form a saturated solution (then leave) (1)
• filter crystals / pick out crystals (1)
• dry with filter paper / dry in drying oven

Question Answer Marks

7(a)(i) circle around OH attached to middle carbon atom 1

7(a)(ii) C3H6O3 1

7(b)(i) ethene 1

7(b)(ii) 1 mark each for any two of: 2

• anaerobic / no oxygen
• yeast
• room temperature / quoted values between 10 °C and 40 °C (inclusive)
• pH neutral / pH 7

7(b)(iii) solvent 1

7(b)(iv) melting point / boiling point 1

7(c) compounds with similar chemical properties (1) 2

same functional group (1)

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8(a) one mark each for any two of: 2

• nickel has high(er) density or reverse argument for sodium
• nickel forms coloured compounds or reverse argument for sodium
• nickel hard(er) or reverse argument for sodium

8(b)(i) anode 1

8(b)(ii) pure nickel rod gets smaller (1) 2

spoon gets silvery / shiny / shinier(1)

8(b)(iii) makes object more attractive / makes object more resistant to corrosion / makes object (surface) harder 1

8(c) electrons = 28 (1) 2

neutrons = 34 (1)

8(d) 171 (2) 2

If two marks not scored, allow 1 mark for C = 4  12 / 48 OR O = 4 16 / 64

8(e) tin < nickel < magnesium < sodium (2) 2

IF two marks not scored, 1 mark for one adjacent pair reversed.

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MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the October/November 2022 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level
components.

This document consists of 11 printed pages.

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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently, e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

Science-Specific Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.

2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for any
correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.

3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other syllabus
terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).

4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme where
necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

5 ‘List rule’ guidance

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

• The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided.
• Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n.
• Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n.
• Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this should
be treated as a single incorrect response.
• Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.

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6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded by
the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form (e.g. a  10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1
and 10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.

7 Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples / fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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Question Answer Marks

1(a)(i) D 1

1(a)(ii) B 1

1(a)(iii) F 1

1(a)(iv) B 1

1(a)(v) G 1

1(b) aqueous bromine (1) 2

decolourises / goes colourless (1)

1(c) carbon dioxide (1) 2

water (1)

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) 3.5 (%) 1

2(a)(ii) oxygen 1

2(a)(iii) one mark each for any 2 of: 2

• more aluminium in Earth / less aluminium on moon
• less iron in Earth / more iron on moon
• more oxygen in Earth / less oxygen on moon
• more silicon in Earth / less silicon on moon

2(b) 4 electrons in outer shell (1) 2

2,8 in inner shells (1)

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2(c)(i) 3 (Fe) (1) 2

2 (O2) (1)

2(c)(iii) air (1) 4

reduced (1)

dioxide (1)

slag (1)

2(d)(i) oxidises the carbon / converts it to carbon dioxide 1

2(d)(ii) basic oxide 1

2(d)(iii) J 1

Question Answer Marks

3(a) reaction which absorbs thermal energy / reaction which absorbs heat 1

3(b) P 1

3(c) hydrogen / methane 1

3(d) reactants on top left horizontal line AND products on bottom right horizontal line 1

3(e) testing for leaks in pipes / measuring paper thickness / tracer / treating cancer / treating thyroid function 1

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4(a)(i) density of iodine: 2

values between 3.2 and 6.2 (inclusive of these values) (1)

boiling point of astatine:

values between 305 and 1000 (inclusive of these values) (1)

4(a)(ii) liquid (1) 2

20 °C higher than melting point but lower than boiling point / 20 °C is between the melting and boiling point / melting point
below and boiling point above 20 °C (1)

4(b)(i) 2 (H2O) (1) 2

2 (HBr) (1)

4(b)(ii) loss of oxygen 1

4(c) one mark each for any 3 of: 3

• (hydrogen bromide) particles escape from liquid / hydrogen bromide particles escape from cotton wool
• diffusion
• particles in (constant) movement / particles collide
• (movement of) particles is random / particles (move) in every direction
• particles spread out
• particles (spread) from higher concentration to lower concentration
• particles react with (dye in) litmus paper / particles hit litmus paper

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5(a) 78 (%) 1

5(b)(i) vehicle engines / high temperature furnaces / lightning 1

5(b)(ii) breathing difficulties / asthma 1

5(c)(i) phosphorus 1

5(c)(ii) to increase crop growth / to replace elements taken from soil by previous crops 1

5(c)(iii) flame test / put potassium (compound) in (non-luminous) flame (1) 2

lilac colour (1)

Question Answer Marks

6(a) products 4

one mark each for any of: (max 2 marks)

• magnesium sulfate (1 mark each for carbonate and oxide)
• water (1 mark each for carbonate and oxide)
• reaction with magnesium carbonate gives off carbon dioxide

observations
one mark each for any of: (max 2 marks)

with magnesium carbonate

• bubbles / effervescence / fizzing
• magnesium carbonate disappears / magnesium carbonate gets smaller

with magnesium oxide

• magnesium oxide disappears / magnesium oxide gets smaller

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6(b) red / pink (1) 2

to blue (1)

6(c)(i) add indicator (paper) to acid / solution (1) 2

compare colour with indicator colour chart / (pH) colour chart (1)

6(c)(ii) pH 2 1

6(d)(i) neutralisation 1

6(d)(ii) step 3 filter (the mixture) (1) 2

step 6 dry crystals on filter paper / dry crystals in drying oven (1)

6(e)(i) 40 1
60
20

6(e)(ii) time taken is less / shorter 1

Question Answer Marks

7(a)(i) carboxylic acid 1

7(a)(ii) C5H10O2 1

7(b)(i) (substance that) speeds up a reaction / (substance that) increases the rate of a reaction / (substance that) makes the 1
reaction go faster

7(b)(ii) fermentation 1

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7(c)(i) H H 1
│ │
C=C
│ │
H H

7(c)(ii) far apart 1

7(c)(iii) to produce more needed products / to produce products in greater demand 1

7(c)(iv) poly(ethene) 1

7(d) clothing 1

7(e) protein 1

Question Answer Marks

8(a) one mark each for any 2 of: 2

• chromium has high(er) melting point / boiling point OR reverse argument for potassium
• chromium forms coloured compounds
OR reverse argument for potassium
• chromium hard(er)
OR reverse argument for potassium

8(b)(i) cathode 1

8(b)(ii) prevents corrosion / makes object (surface) hard(er) 1

8(c) electrons = 24 (1) 2

neutrons = 30 (1)

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8(d) 150 (2) 2

if two marks not scored, allow 1 mark for H = 2  1 / 2 OR O = 6 16 / 96

8(e) silver < chromium < uranium < sodium (2) 2

if two marks not scored, 1 mark for one adjacent pair reversed

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Paper 3 Theory (Core) October/November 2022
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the October/November 2022 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level
components.

This document consists of 11 printed pages.

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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently, e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

Science-Specific Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.

2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for any
correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.

3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other syllabus
terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).

4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme where
necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

5 ‘List rule’ guidance

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

• The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided.
• Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n.
• Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n.
• Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this should
be treated as a single incorrect response.
• Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.

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6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded by
the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form (e.g. a  10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1
and 10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.

7 Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples / fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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Question Answer Marks

1(a)(i) D 1

1(a)(ii) G 1

1(a)(iii) G 1

1(a)(iv) B 1

1(a)(v) A 1

1(b) saturated hydrocarbon: 2

(remains) orange / no (colour) change (1)

unsaturated hydrocarbon:
decolourises bromine / goes colourless (1)

1(c)(i) combustion in limited oxygen / combustion in limited air / not enough air to burn completely 1

1(c)(ii) poisonous / toxic

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) 0.9 (%) 1

2(a)(ii) oxygen 1

2(a)(iii) one mark each for any 2 of: 2

• more iron in (whole) Earth / less iron in oceans / no iron in oceans
• more magnesium in (whole) Earth / less magnesium in oceans
• less oxygen in (whole) Earth / more oxygen in oceans
• more silicon in (whole) Earth / less silicon in oceans / no silicon in oceans

2(b) 7 electrons in outer shell (1) 2

2,8 in inner shells (1)

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2(c)(i) to oxidise the carbon / to oxidise the coke / to make carbon dioxide 1

2(c)(ii) 2 (CO) 1

2(c)(iii) loss of oxygen (from a compound) 1

2(c)(iv) 20 (g) 1

2(d)(i) calcium oxide (1) 2

oxygen (1)

2(d)(ii) mixture of metal(s) and other elements 1

Question Answer Marks

3(a) L 1

3(b)(i) refinery gases / kerosene / fuel oil 1

3(b)(ii) boiling point 1

3(b)(iii) X drawn next to bottom right-hand arrow 1

3(c)(i) uranium 1

3(c)(ii) testing for leaks in pipes / measuring paper thickness 1

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4(a)(i) boiling point of sodium: 2

values between 770 and 1300 (inclusive of these values) (1)

hardness of rubidium:
values between 0.1 and 0.35 (inclusive of these values) (1)

4(a)(ii) solid (1) 2

50 °C lower than the melting point / the melting point is above 50°C (1)

4(b)(i) 2 (Na) (1) 2

2 (Na2O) (1)

4(b)(ii) lighted splint (1) 2

pops / explosion (1)

4(c) 1 mark each for any 3 of: 3

• particles escape from (surface of) solid to the solvent
• diffusion
• particles in (constant) movement / particles collide
• (movement of) particles is random / in every direction
• (particles) spread out
• (particles spread) from higher concentration to lower concentration

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5(a) displacement 1

5(b)(i) reversible reaction 1

5(b)(ii) 78 (%) 1

5(c) phosphorus (1) 2

potassium (1)

5(d)(i) sulfur dioxide 1

5(d)(ii) chemical weathering / erosion / pitting of surface 1

Question Answer Marks

6(a) Products 4
1 mark each for any of: (max 2 marks)
• magnesium chloride (1 mark each for carbonate and oxide)
• reaction with magnesium gives off hydrogen
• reaction with magnesium carbonate gives carbon dioxide
• reaction with magnesium carbonate gives water

Observations
1 mark each for any of: (max 2 marks)
with magnesium
• bubbles / effervescence
• magnesium disappears / magnesium gets smaller

with magnesium carbonate

• bubbles / effervescence
• magnesium carbonate disappears / magnesium carbonate gets smaller

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6(b)(i) very small 1

large
small

6(b)(ii) takes longer / time increases 1

6(c)(i) from red / pink (1) 2

to yellow (1)

6(c)(ii) pH 14 1

6(d)(i) step 4 evaporate filtrate to point of crystallisation / evaporate some of the water and leave / evaporate to form saturated 2
solution (1)

step 6 dry crystals on filter paper / dry crystals in drying oven (1)

6(d)(ii) increases reaction rate / makes the reaction go faster / speeds up the reaction 1

Question Answer Marks

7(a)(i) circle around COOH group 1

7(a)(ii) C4H6O2 1

7(a)(iii) regular / ordered (1) 1

7(b)(i) H H 1
│ │
H–C–C–O–H
│ │
H H

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7(b)(ii) (reaction of) ethene (1) 2

with steam (1)

7(c)(i) monomer(s) 1

7(c)(ii) protein 1

7(c)iii) block drains / litter / (fills) landfill (sites) / poisonous fumes given off when burned 1

Question Answer Marks

8(a)(i) one mark each for any two of: 2

• copper has high(er) melting point / high(er) boiling point
OR reverse argument for sodium
• copper has high(er) density
OR reverse argument for sodium
• copper forms coloured compounds
OR reverse argument for sodium

8(a)(ii) electrical wiring 1

8(b)(i) pure copper rod labelled anode (1) 2

electrolyte labelled (1)

8(b)(ii) spoon gets brown / red-brown / pink (1) 2

pure copper rod gets smaller (1)

8(c) electrons = 29 (1) 2

neutrons = 36 (1)

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8(d) 218 (2) 2

If two marks not scored, allow 1 mark for Cu = 1  64 / 64 OR F = 4 19 / 76

8(e) gold < iron < zinc < lanthanum (2) 2

IF two marks not scored, 1 mark for one adjacent pair reversed.

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MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the March 2021 series for most Cambridge
IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level components.

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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently, e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

Science-Specific Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.

2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for any
correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.

3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other syllabus
terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).

4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme where
necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

5 ‘List rule’ guidance

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

• The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided.
• Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n.
• Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n.
• Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this should
be treated as a single incorrect response.
• Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.

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6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded by
the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form (e.g. a × 10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1
and 10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.

7 Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples / fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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Question Answer Marks

1(a) Al 1

1(b) O 1

1(c) N 1

1(d) Fe 1

1(e) Ar 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) B3O63– / metaborate 1

2(a)(ii) K+ AND SO42– 1

2(a)(iii) 80 (mg) 1

2(a)(iv) sodium chloride 1

2(a)(v) bromide 1

2(b) 3 (H2O) (1) 2

3 (HCl) (1)

2(c) number of electrons: 36 (1) 3

number of protons: 38 (1)

number of neutrons: 49 (1)

2(d)(i) cancer treatment / tracer (e.g. for thyroid function) 1

2(d)(ii) source of energy / energy production 1

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Question Answer Marks

3(a)(i) boiling point of chlorine: any values between –100 and 10 (°C) (inclusive of these values) (1) 2

density of fluorine: any values between 0.20 and 1.55 (g / cm3) (inclusive of these values) (1)

3(a)(ii) increases 1

3(a)(iii) liquid (1) 2

130 (°C) is between the melting and boiling point / the melting point is lower than 130 (°C) AND the boiling point is above
130 (°C) (1)

3(b)(i) 2,7 1

3(b)(ii) the number of electrons is one more than the number of protons / it has 9 protons and 10 electrons (1) 1

3(c) 0.48(0) (g) 1

Question Answer Marks

4(a) values between 28–30 s (inclusive of these values) 1

4(b) initial gradient is shallower and line starts at 0-0 (1) 2

final volume below 25 cm3 hydrogen AND levelling off (1)

4(c) higher temperature: faster / increases (1) 2

magnesium ribbon: slower / decreases (1)

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Question Answer Marks

4(d) calcium chloride (1) 4

carbon dioxide (1)

water (1)

bubbles / fizzing / calcium carbonate becomes smaller / tube gets warm (1)

Question Answer Marks

5(a) 1 mark each for any 3 of: 3

• does not conduct electricity / poor conductor of electricity / insulator
• does not conduct heat / poor conductor of heat
• brittle / not malleable / not ductile
• not sonorous / dull sound when hit
• not lustrous / not shiny
• has (relatively) low melting point / low boiling point

5(b) in underground deposits / sulfide ores / volcanoes 1

5(c)(i) C + (2)S on lower line to left AND CS2 on upper line to right (1) 1

5(c)(ii) the product energy level is above the reactant energy level 1

5(d) separation: particles close together / small spaces between the particles (1) 2

motion: limited (movement) / restricted (movement) / sliding over each other / random (motion) (1)

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Question Answer Marks

5(e) 1 mark each for any 3 of: 3

• evaporation of hydrogen sulfide from the cotton wool / hydrogen sulfide molecules escape from solution
• diffusion
• molecules in (constant) movement / molecules collide / molecules travel
• (movement of) molecules is random / in every direction
• molecules spread out / molecules mix
• molecules hit filter paper
• (molecules spread) from higher concentration to lower concentration

5(f)(i) (chemical) weathering / ironwork corrodes 1

5(f)(ii) food preservation / food preservative 1

Question Answer Marks

6(a)(i) circle around COOH group 1

6(a)(ii) ethanoic acid 1

6(a)(iii) C5H8O3 1

6(a)(iv) has a C=C double bond 1

6(b) 2
C=C bond and 2 carbon atoms and no other types of atom (1)
rest of molecule correct (1)

6(c)(i) idea of breaking down large hydrocarbons to smaller hydrocarbons (using heat) 1

6(c)(ii) heat / high temperature (1) 2

catalyst (1)

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Question Answer Marks

6(d) poly(ethene) (1) 2

addition (1)

6(e) filling landfill sites / gets stuck in animals digestive system / animals get stuck in the plastic / blocks drains / floats on surface 1
of water / stops light getting to organisms in sea (or rivers/ lake)

Question Answer Marks

7(a) sodium is too reactive / sodium is high in the electrochemical series / it takes too high a temperature to extract sodium using 1
carbon

7(b)(i) graphite / platinum 1

7(b)(ii) ‘square’ in middle of diagram labelled anode 1

7(b)(iii) the sodium floats on top of the sodium chloride 1

7(c) negative electrode: 4

hydrogen (1)

bubbles / fizzing / colourless gas (1)

positive electrode:
chlorine (1)

bubbles / fizzing / green gas / yellow-green gas (1)

7(d) 1 mark each for any 2 of: 2

• sodium is soft / not strong / more malleable / more ductile
• sodium has low density
• sodium has (relatively) low melting point

7(e)(i) sodium + hydrogen → sodium hydride 1

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Question Answer Marks

7(e)(ii) so that sodium does not react with water / sodium reacts with water

7(e)(iii) the iron oxide has lost oxygen 1

7(f) yellow (1) 1

Question Answer Marks

8(a) bonding pair of electrons between each H and N AND no other electrons on H (1) 2

2 non-bonded electrons on N (1)

8(b) ammonium chloride (1) 1

8(c) red / pink to yellow (1) 1

8(d) 168 (2 marks) 2

if 2 marks not scored, 1 mark for :

(16 × 1) = 16 OR (2 × 16) = 32 (on the appropriate line)

8(e) makes plants grow faster / increases yield 1

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Paper 3 Theory (Core) May/June 2021
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the May/June 2021 series for most Cambridge
IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level components.

This document consists of 9 printed pages.

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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently, e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

Science-Specific Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.

2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for any
correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.

3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other syllabus
terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).

4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme where
necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

5 ‘List rule’ guidance

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

• The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided.
• Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n.
• Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n.
• Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this
should be treated as a single incorrect response.
• Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.

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6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded by
the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form (e.g. a × 10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1
and 10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.

7 Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples / fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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Question Answer Marks

1(a)(i) C 1

1(a)(ii) D 1

1(a)(iii) E 1

1(a)(iv) B 1

1(a)(v) D 1

1(b) number of electrons in Ca ion: = 18 (1) 3

number of neutrons in V = 28 (1)

number of protons in V = 23
AND
number of protons in Ca ion = 20 (1)

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) Cl – / chloride 1

2(a)(ii) NH4+ AND SO42- 1

2(a)(iii) 24 (mg) 1

2(b) flame test / description of flame test (1) 2

(flame coloured) red (1)

2(c) nitrogen (1) 2

phosphorus (1)

pH 4 circled 1

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Question Answer Marks

2(e) 1 mark each for any 2 of: 2

• calcium carbonate
• calcium oxide
• calcium hydroxide

2(f)(i) arrangement: random (arrangement) / no fixed arrangement / no pattern / no fixed position (1) 2
separation: far apart / far away (from each other) / distant (from each other) (1)

2(f)(ii) 1 mark each for any 3 of: 3

• (HCl) molecules escape from solution

• diffusion
• molecules in (constant) movement / molecules collide / molecules travel
• (movement of) molecules is random / haphazard / in every direction
• molecules spread out / molecules mix
• (molecules spread) from high(er) concentration to low(er) concentration
• molecules hit the litmus paper / molecules

Question Answer Marks

3(a)(i) boiling point of Rb: any values between 675 and 755 (°C) (inclusive of these values) (1) 2
atomic radius of K: any values between 0.195 and 0.245 (nm) (inclusive of these values) (1)

3(a)(ii) decreases (1) 1

3(a)(iii) solid (1) 2

60 °C is below the melting point / the melting point is above 60 °C (1)

3(b)(i) number of protons in the nucleus of an atom / number of positive charges in the nucleus of an atom 1

3(b)(ii) any suitable, e.g. detecting leaks in pipes / measuring thickness of paper / energy production 1

3(c)(i) 2 (Fe) (1) 2

3 (NaOH) (1)

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Question Answer Marks

3(c)(ii) iron(III) oxide loses oxygen / it loses oxygen 1

Question Answer Marks

4(a)(i) OH alcohol group circled 1

4(a)(ii) C4H6O5 1

4(b) it has a C=C double bond 1

4(c)(i) large molecules / long chain molecules / macromolecules (1) 2

built up from (many) small units / made from monomers (1)

4(c)(ii) poly(ethene) 1

4(d) with Mg: fizzes / bubbles / effervescence (1) 2

litmus: turns red / turns pink (1)

4(e)(i) pH 13 1

4(e)(ii) 18 (cm3) 1

Question Answer Marks

5(a)(i) breakdown of substance / idea of one substance forming two or more substances (1) 2
using heat / on heating (1)

5(a)(ii) add (aqueous) sodium hydroxide (1) 2

white precipitate / white solid (1)
OR
add (aqueous) ammonia (1)
no precipitate / very slight white precipitate (1)

5(b)(i) gas syringe / upturned measuring cylinder dipping into container (1) 2
apparatus is workable and airtight (1)

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Question Answer Marks

5(b)(ii) lower concentration of acid: decreases (in rate) / reaction slower / lower rate / slows down (1) 2
higher temperature: increases (in rate) / reaction faster / higher rate / speeds up (1)

5(c)(i) compound containing hydrogen and carbon only / compound containing hydrogen and carbon and no other substance (2) 2
if two marks not scored, 1 mark for:
compound containing hydrogen and carbon / it contains hydrogen and carbon only

5(c)(ii) alkane(s) 1

5(c)(iii) 1 mark each for any 2 of: 2

• carbon monoxide
• carbon
• water

Question Answer Marks

6(a) dip indicator paper in to water (and record the colour) (1) 2
compare the colour with (universal indicator) colour chart
match colour with colour chart (1)

6(b)(i) nitrogen (1) 2

oxygen (1)

6(b)(ii) large(r) particles cannot get through (the small gaps in) the filter / large(r) particles get trapped in the filter / large(r) particles 2
too big to get through (filter) (1)
water passes through (1)

6(b)(iii) to kill bacteria / to kill micro-organisms 1

6(c) (from) blue (1) 2

(to) pink (1)

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Question Answer Marks

7(a)(i) negative electrode: lead (1) 2

positive electrode: bromine (1)

7(a)(ii) platinum (1) 1

7(b) 1 shared pair of electrons AND no other electrons on either H atom (1) 1

8(a) Q AND S (1) 3

low melting points (1)
poor conductor (of electricity) / does not conduct (electricity) (1)

8(b) basic (oxide) AND T is a metal / metal oxides are basic 1

8(c) has a complete outer (electron) shell / has a full outer (electron) shell 1

8(d) 1 mark each for any 2 of: 2

• transition elements have a high(er) density / Group I has a low(er) density

• transition elements form coloured compounds / Group I compounds are not coloured
• transition elements form ions with different charges / Group I forms only one type of ion
• transition elements are good catalysts / Group I elements not catalysts

8(e) copper < nickel < iron < calcium (2) 2

if 2 marks not scored, 1 mark for:
1 consecutive pair reversed / calcium < iron < nickel < copper

8(f) ⇌ 1

8(g) mixture of metal with another element 1

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Paper 3 Theory (Core) May/June 2021
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the May/June 2021 series for most Cambridge
IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level components.

This document consists of 10 printed pages.

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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently, e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

Science-Specific Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.

2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for any
correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.

3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other syllabus
terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).

4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme where
necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

5 ‘List rule’ guidance

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

• The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided.
• Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n.
• Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n.
• Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this should
be treated as a single incorrect response.
• Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.

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6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded by
the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form (e.g. a × 10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1
and 10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.

7 Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples / fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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1(a)(i) B 1

1(a)(ii) D 1

1(a)(iii) A 1

1(a)(iv) B 1

1(a)(v) C 1

1(b) number of electrons in Na ion =10 (1) 3

number of neutrons in Si = 16 (1)

number of protons in Si = 14
AND
number of protons in Na ion = 11 (1)

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) Na + / sodium 1

2(a)(ii) Ca2+ AND SO42- 1

2(a)(iii) 40 (mg) 1

2(b) (add aqueous) sodium hydroxide (1) 2

white precipitate (1)

OR

( add aqueous) ammonia (1)

no precipitate / very slight white precipitate (1)

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2(c) potassium (1) 2

phosphorus (1)

2(d) colourless liquid (condenses at the mouth of the tube) 1

2(e) 2 (NH3) (1) 2

3 (Cl2) (1)

2(f) 1 mark each for any 3 of: 3

• evaporation of ammonia molecules (from the solution) / (ammonia) molecules escape from solution
• diffusion
• molecules in (constant) movement / molecules collide / molecules travel
• (movement of) molecules is random / in every direction / haphazard
• molecules spread out / molecules mix
• (smell occurs when) molecules hit (the sensory cells in) the nose
• (molecules spread) from higher concentration to lower concentration

Question Answer Marks

3(a)(i) boiling point of Br any values between – 5 and 180 (°C) (inclusive of these values) (1) 2

density of I: any values between 3.5 and 6.0 (nm) (inclusive of these values) (1)

3(a)(ii) increases (1) 1

3(a)(iii) liquid (1) 2

–50 (°C) is between the melting point and boiling point / the melting point is lower than –50 (°C) AND the boiling point is
above –50 (°C) (1)

3(b) (molecule) made up of two atoms 1

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3(c)(i) number of protons plus neutrons (in the nucleus of an atom) 1

3(c)(ii) cancer treatment / tracer (e.g. for thyroid function) 1

3(c)(iii) source of energy / energy production 1

Question Answer Marks

4(a)(i) COOH circled 1

4(a)(ii) C4H6O4 1

4(b) conversion of vapour directly to solid / conversion of solid directly to vapour 1

4(c)(i) alcohol 1

4(c)(ii) monomers 1

4(d) blue litmus paper: (turns) red (1) 2

calcium carbonate: bubbles / fizzes / effervescence / calcium carbonate reduces in size (1)

4(e)(i) pH 4.8 1

4(e)(ii) 22 (cm3) 1

Question Answer Marks

5(a)(i) limestone 1

5(a)(ii) reversible (reaction) 1

5(a)(iii) neutralising (acidic) soil / making cement / steelmaking 1

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5(a)(iv) limewater (1) 2

turns milky / goes cloudy / white precipitate (1)

5(b)(i) flask or other suitable container (1) 2

connecting tubing AND apparatus gas-tight / no air gaps (1)

5(b)(ii) lower temperature: (rate) decreases / (rate) lower (1) / (rate) slower 2

powdered CaCO3: (rate) increases / (rate) higher (1) / (rate) faster

5(c)(i) double bond between 3rd and 4th C atoms from left (1) 2

─ H connected to 4th carbon from the left (1)

5(c)(ii) (combustion with) limited oxygen / the hydrocarbon is in excess (1) 1

Question Answer Marks

6(a)(i) 21% 1

6(a)(ii) nitrogen (1) 2

argon / other noble gases (1)

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6(b) lead 4

source: (some forms of) petrol / (some old) paints (1)

adverse effect: harms nervous system / brain (of children) (1)

sulfur dioxide

source: burning fossil fuels (1)

adverse effect: breathing difficulties / irritates eyes / irritates nose / irritates throat / irritates lungs / asthma

6(c)(i) pair of electrons between each H and the O atom and no other electrons on the H (1) 2

four non-bonding electrons on the oxygen atom (1)

6(c)(ii) (from) white (1) 2

(to) blue (1)

Question Answer Marks

7(a) negative electrode: hydrogen (1) 2

positive electrode: oxygen (1)

7(b)(i) shared pair of electrons (2) 2

If 2 marks not scored 1 mark for:

pair of electrons OR shared electrons

7(b)(ii) arrangement: regular / in hexagons (1) 2

motion: (only) vibrating (1)

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7(c) diamond 1

Question Answer Marks

8(a) Q and T (1) 3

low melting point (1)

does not conduct (electricity) (1)

8(b) metallic character decreases across a period / metals are on the left (of the Periodic Table) 1

8(c) 1 mark each for any 2 of: 2

• transition elements have a high(er) melting point / Group I has a low(er) melting point

• transition elements form coloured compounds / Group I compounds are not coloured

• transition elements forms ions with different charges / Group 1 forms only one type of ion

• transition elements are good catalysts / Group 1 elements not catalysts

8(d) basic (oxide) AND potassium is a metal / metals form basic oxides/ metal oxides are basic 1

8(e) zinc < chromium < manganese < potassium (2) 2

if 2 marks not obtained:

1 mark for: one consecutive pair reversed / potassium < manganese < chromium < zinc

8(f) green precipitate (when NaOH added) (1) 2

dissolves in excess (NaOH) (1)

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MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the May/June 2021 series for most Cambridge
IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level components.

This document consists of 9 printed pages.

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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently, e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

Science-Specific Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.

2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for any
correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.

3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other syllabus
terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).

4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme where
necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

5 ‘List rule’ guidance

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

• The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided.
• Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n.
• Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n.
• Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this
should be treated as a single incorrect response.
• Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.

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6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded by
the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form (e.g. a × 10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1
and 10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.

7 Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples / fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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Question Answer Marks

1(a)(i) D 1

1(a)(ii) E 1

1(a)(iii) B 1

1(a)(iv) D 1

1(a)(v) D 1

1(b) number of electrons in F ion = 10 (1) 3

number of neutrons in Br = 46 (1)
number of protons in Br = 35
AND
number of protons in F ion = 9 (1)

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) Cl – / chloride 1

2(a)(ii) Na+ AND NO3– 1

2(a)(iii) 1.5 (mg) 1

2(b) add (aqueous acidified) silver nitrate (1) 2

white precipitate / white solid (1)

2(c)(i) potassium (1) 2

nitrogen (1)

2(c)(ii) to improve crop yield / to replace nitrogen (or other elements) lost from soil (by being absorbed by plants) / to replace 1
nitrogen (or other elements) absorbed by plants

2(d)(i) 2 (NaOH) (1) 2

2 (NH3) (1)

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2(d)(ii) 1 mark each for any 3 of: 3

• (NH3) molecules escape from solution

• diffusion
• molecules in (constant) movement / molecules collide / molecules travel
• (movement of) molecules is random / haphazard / in every direction
• molecules spread out / molecules mix
• (molecules spread) from high(er) concentration to low(er) concentration
• molecules hit the litmus paper / molecules

Question Answer Marks

3(a)(i) melting point of Cl any values between –215 and –30 (°C) (inclusive of these values) (1) 3
colour of At: black / grey-black (1)
density of F: any values between 0.1 and 1.5 (nm) (inclusive of these values) (1)

3(a)(ii) liquid (1) 2

0 °C is between the melting point and boiling point / the melting point is less than 0 °C AND the boiling point is above 0 °C
(1)

3(b) bonding pair of electrons between the two chlorine atoms (1) 2
6 non-bonding electrons on each chlorine (1)

3(c)(i) (the number of nucleons) decreases (1) 1

3(c)(ii) third box down ticked (all isotopes are radioactive) (1) 1

Question Answer Marks

4(a)(i) aqueous bromine / bromine water (1) 2

bromine decolourised / goes colourless (1)

4(a)(ii) substance which speeds up reaction / substance which increases rate of reaction 1

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4(a)(iii) ethane 1

4(b)(i) C8H14O4 1

4(b)(ii) 1

4(b)(iii) universal indicator: turns yellow / orange / red (1) 2

sodium: bubbles / fizzes / sodium decreases in size (1)

4(c)(i) pH 4.2 1

4(c)(ii) 23 (cm3) 1

4(d)(i) alcohol 1

4(d)(ii) addition 1

Question Answer Marks

5(a)(i) limestone 1

5(a)(ii) methane 1

5(b) calcium oxide (1) 1

carbon dioxide (1)

5(c)(i) flask or other suitable container and workable apparatus (1) 2

connecting tubing AND apparatus gas-tight / no air gaps (1)

5(c)(ii) measuring cylinder 1

5(c)(iii) gas syringe 1

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5(c)(iv) large pieces: rate decreases / (reaction) slower / rate lower (1) 2
lower temperature: rate decreases / (reaction) slower / rate lower (1)

5(d) (increase concentration of carbon dioxide) traps energy from the Sun / absorbs energy from the Sun (1) 2
increase in atmospheric temperature / increase in global temperature / (increased) greenhouse effect / global warming (1)

6(a) 78% 1

6(b)(i) has a complete outer (electron) shell / has a full outer (electron) shell 1

6(b)(ii) lamps / light bulbs 1

6(c) carbon monoxide: 4

source: incomplete combustion of carbon / incomplete combustion of carbon-containing compounds / incomplete
combustion of hydrocarbons (1)
adverse effect: poisonous / toxic (1)

oxides of nitrogen:
source: car engines (1)
adverse effect: harms lungs / harms eyes / harms nose / harms throat (1)

Question Answer Marks

7(a) negative electrode: hydrogen (1) 2

positive electrode: chlorine (1)

7(b) platinum 1

7(c)(i) separation: far apart / far away (from each other) / distant (from each other) (1) 2
motion: rapid / unrestricted / random (1)

7(c)(ii) glowing splint (1) 2

relights (1)

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8(a) P and T (1) 3

poor electrical conductivity / does not conduct electricity (1)
(relatively) low(er) melting point (1)

8(b)(i) giant (structure) (1) 2

covalent (bonding) (1)

8(b)(ii) it is hard (1) 1

8(b)(iii) graphite 1

8(c) 1 mark each for any 2 of: 2

• transition elements have a high(er) density / Group I has a low(er) density

• transition elements form coloured compounds / Group I compounds are not coloured
• transition elements form ions with different charges / Group I forms only one type of ion
• transition elements are good catalysts / Group I elements not catalysts

8(d) basic oxide AND lithium is a metal / metals form basic oxides 1

8(e) copper < nickel < iron < lithium (2) 2

if 2 marks not scored 1 mark for 1 consecutive pair reversed / lithium < iron < nickel < copper

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CHEMISTRY 0620/31
Paper 3 Theory (Core) October/November 2021
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the October/November 2021 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level
components.

This document consists of 10 printed pages.

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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently, e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

Science-Specific Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.

2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for any
correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.

3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other syllabus
terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).

4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme where
necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

5 ‘List rule’ guidance

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

• The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided.
• Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n.
• Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n.
• Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this should
be treated as a single incorrect response.
• Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.

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6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded by
the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form (e.g. a × 10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1
and 10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.

7 Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples / fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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Question Answer Marks

1(a)(i) CuSO4 1

1(a)(ii) CaCO3 1

1(a)(iii) N2 1

1(a)(iv) NaCl 1

1(a)(v) NH3 1

1(b) bonding pair of electrons between the N atom and each of the H atoms with no other electrons on the H atom (1) 2

2 non-bonding electrons on N atom (1)

1(c) basic oxide AND magnesium is a metal / metal oxides are basic (1) 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) Na+ 1

2(a)(ii) ammonium sulfate 1

2(a)(iii) 0.032 (mg) 1

2(b) (acidified aqueous) silver nitrate (1) 2

white precipitate (1)

2(c)(i) OH group attached to 2nd or 3rd C atoms circled (1) 1

2(c)(ii) C4H6O6 1

2(d) 88 (2) 2

if two marks nor scored, 1 mark for 4 × 1 = 4 OR 3 × 16 = 48

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Question Answer Marks

3(a) E 1

3(b)(i) 2 (Fe) (1) 2

3 (CO) (1)

3(b)(ii) iron oxide loses oxygen / it loses oxygen 1

3(c)(i) calcium oxide (1) 2

carbon dioxide (1)

3(c)(ii) slag floats above the iron 1

3(d)(i) oxygen (1) 3

basic (1) oxides (1)

3(d)(ii) car bodies / machinery 1

3(d)(iii) electrons: 24 (1) 3

neutrons: 29 (1)

protons: 24 (1)

3(e) 1 mark each for any two of: 2

• conducts heat

• malleable

• ductile

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Question Answer Marks

4(a)(i) melting point of Rb: values from 31 to 61 °C (inclusive of these values) (1) 2

density of Li: values from 0.2 to 0.84 (inclusive of these values) (1)

4(a)(ii) very rapid bubbling and flame / more rapid bubbling 1

4(b) 2.8.8.1 1

4(c)(i) hydrogen 1

4(c)(ii) pH 13 1

4(c)(iii) 6 (Li) (1) 2

2 (Li3N) (1)

Question Answer Marks

5(a) H: alkene (1) 2

J: alkane (1)

5(b) H H 1
│ │
C=C
│ │
H H

5(c) H AND has a C=C double bond 1

5(d) G AND acids react with alkalis / G AND acids react with bases / carboxylic acids react with alkalis / carboxylic acids react 1
with bases (1)

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Question Answer Marks

5(e) carbon dioxide (1) 2

water (1)

5(f)(i) monomer(s) 1

5(f)(ii) clothing 1

Question Answer Marks

6(a) 5 of any of: 5

volatility:
• sodium bromide (very) low / does not evaporate (at room temperature)
• graphite low / does not evaporate (at room temperature)

solubility:
• sodium bromide soluble / dissolves
• graphite insoluble / does not dissolve

electrical conductivity:
• sodium bromide does not conduct
• graphite conducts

6(b) hydrogen 1

6(c)(i) sodium chloride (1) 2

bromine (1)

6(c)(ii) chlorine is more reactive than bromine / chlorine higher than bromine in reactivity series 1

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Question Answer Marks

7(a)(i) condensation 1

7(a)(ii) separation: 4
liquid: particles close together (1)

gas: far apart (1)

motion:
liquid: sliding over each other / limited motion / restricted motion (1)

gas: particles have rapid motion / particles have random motion (1)

7(b)(i) car engines 1

7(b)(ii) chemical weathering / chemical erosion 1

7(c)(i) hydroxide (1) 3

aluminium (1)

ammonia (1)

7(c)(Ii) calcium nitrate (1) 3

carbon dioxide (1)

water (1)

Question Answer Marks

8(a)(i) 39 (cm3) 1

8(a)(ii) 29 (cm3) 1

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Question Answer Marks

8(b) steeper initial gradient starting at 0-0 point (1) 2

final volume of oxygen higher than 39 cm3 (1)

8(c) (rate) decreases / slower (1) 2

(rate) decreases / slower (1)

8(d)(i) lead(IV) oxide > manganese(IV) oxide > iron(III) oxide 1

8(d)(ii) decreased / slower (rate with larger pieces) 1

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MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the October/November 2021 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level
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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond
the scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently, e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range
may be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

Science-Specific Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.

2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for
any correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.

3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other
syllabus terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).

4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme
where necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

5 ‘List rule’ guidance

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

• The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided.
• Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n.
• Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n.
• Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this
should be treated as a single incorrect response.
• Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.

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6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded
by the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form (e.g. a × 10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1
and 10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.

7 Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples / fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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Question Answer Marks

1(a)(i) CH4 1

1(a)(ii) Cl 2 1

1(a)(iii) Cl 2 1

1(a)(iv) NaCl 1

1(a)(v) CH4 1

1(b) bonding pair of electrons between each H and O atom and no other electrons on H atoms (1) 2

four non-bonding electrons on the oxygen atom (1)

1(c) basic (oxide) AND calcium is a metal / metal oxides are basic (1) 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) SiO32- 1

2(a)(ii) sodium nitrate 1

2(a)(iii) 1.10 / 1.1 (mg) 1

2(b) (acidified aqueous) barium nitrate (1) 2

white precipitate (1)

2(c)(i) 3 (1) 1

2(c)(ii) 192 (2) 2

if two marks not scored, 1 mark for 8 × 1 = 8 OR 7 × 16 = 112

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Question Answer Marks

3(a) hematite 1

3(b)(i) 3 (CO) (1) 2

2 (Fe) (1)

3(b)(ii) loss of oxygen (from a compound) 1

3(c) breaking down of a compound (1) 2

by heat / by heating (1)

3(d)(i) cutlery / chemical plant 1

3(d)(ii) reduced corrosion / harder / stronger 1

3(e) electrons: 26 (1) 3

neutrons: 31 (1)

protons: 26 (1)

3(f) 1 mark each for any 2 of: 2

• lustrous / shiny

• malleable

• ductile

3(g) oxygen (1) 2

water (1)

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Question Answer Marks

4(a)(i) melting point of K: values from 41 to 96 °C (inclusive of these values) (1) 2

density of Fr: values from 1.9 to 4.0 (inclusive of these values) (1)

4(a)(ii) slow bubbling 1

4(b)(i) 2.8.1 1

4(b)(ii) it has one more proton than electrons / it has 19 protons and 18 electrons (1) 1

4(c)(i) 2 (NaOH) (1) 2

H2 (1)

4(c)(ii) pH 14 1

Question Answer Marks

5(a) H is an alcohol (1) 2

J is an alkene (1)

5(b) 1

5(c) orange (1) 2

to colourless (1)

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Question Answer Marks

5(d)(i) high temperature (1) 2

catalyst (1)

5(d)(ii) hydrogen 1

5(e) carbon dioxide (1) 2

water (1)

5(f)(i) large molecules / long molecules (1) 2

made from small units / made from monomers (1)

5(f)(ii) clothing, ropes 1

5(f)(iii) filling landfill sites / gets stuck in animals digestive system / animals get stuck in the plastic / blocks drains / stops light 1
getting to plants under water

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Question Answer Marks

6(a) 1 mark each for any 5 of: 5

volatility:
• potassium iodide: (very) low / does not evaporate (at room temperature)

• bromine: high / evaporates rapidly (at room temperature)

solubility:
• potassium iodide: soluble / dissolves

• bromine: (slightly) soluble / dissolves (slightly)

electrical conductivity:
• potassium iodide: conducts

• bromine: does not conduct / poor conductor

6(b)(i) iodine 1

6(b)(ii) potassium bromide (1) 2

iodine (1)

6(b)(iii) chlorine more reactive than bromine / bromine less reactive than chlorine 1

6(c) freezing / solidification 1

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Question Answer Marks

7(a) arrangement: 4
solid: regular (1)

vapour: irregular / random (1)

separation:
solid: particles close to each other (1)

vapour: particles far apart (1)

7(b) manufacture of sulfuric acid / making sulfuric acid 1

7(c)(i) irritates nose / irritates throat / irritates lungs / irritates eyes 1

7(c)(ii) oxides of nitrogen / nitrogen dioxide 1

7(c)(iii) ⇌ 1

7(d) zinc gains oxygen / it gains oxygen 1

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Question Answer Marks

8(a) 36 (s) 1

8(b) steeper initial gradient starting at 0–0 point (1) 2

levels out at original horizontal line (same decrease in mass) (1)

8(c) higher temperature: (rate) increases / faster (1) 2

large pieces of CaCO3: (rate) decreases / slower (1)

8(d) 0.11 g 1

8(e) silver < nickel < iron < magnesium (2) 2

if 2 marks not awarded, 1 mark for 1 consecutive pair reversed / magnesium < iron < nickel < silver

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Paper 3 Theory (Core) October/November 2021
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the October/November 2021 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level
components.

This document consists of 10 printed pages.

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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently, e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

Science-Specific Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.

2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for any
correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.

3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other syllabus
terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).

4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme where
necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

5 ‘List rule’ guidance

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

• The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided.
• Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n.
• Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n.
• Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this should
be treated as a single incorrect response.
• Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.

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6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded by
the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form (e.g. a × 10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1
and 10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.

7 Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples / fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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Question Answer Marks

1(a)(i) LiCl 1

1(a)(ii) MgCl2 1

1(a)(iii) CO2 1

1(a)(iv) SO2 1

1(a)(v) O2 1

1(b) bonding pair of electrons between the Cl atom and H atom and no other electrons on hydrogen atom (1) 2

6 non-bonding electrons on Cl atom (1)

1(c) acidic (oxide) AND carbon is a non-metal / non-metal oxides are acidic (1) 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) Fe3+ 1

2(a)(ii) calcium nitrate 1

2(a)(iii) 5.5 (mg) 1

2(b) (aqueous) sodium hydroxide (1) 2

red-brown precipitate (1)

2(c)(i) OH alcohol group circled (1) 1

2(c)(ii) C3H7O3N 1

2(c)(iii) 88 (2) 2

if two marks nor scored, 1 mark for 8 × 1 = 8 OR 2 × 16 = 32

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Question Answer Marks

3(a) to burn the coke / to burn the carbon (1) 2

to form carbon monoxide (1)

3(b)(i) hematite 1

3(b)(ii) 3 (Fe) (1) 2

4 (CO2) (1)

3(b)(iii) Fe3O4 loses oxygen / it loses oxygen 1

3(c) breakdown of a compound (1) 2

by heating / by heating (1)

3(d)(i) mixture of metal with another substance 1

3(d)(ii) E 1

3(d)(iii) electrons: 23 (1) 3

neutrons: 28 (1)

protons: 23 (1)

3(d)(iv) 1 mark each for any two of: 2

• lustrous / shiny
• conducts heat
• ductile

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Question Answer Marks

4(a)(i) boiling point of I: values from 120 to 330 °C (inclusive of these values) (1) 2

density of Br: values from 1.6 to 4.9 (inclusive of these values) (1)

4(a)(ii) increases 1

4(b)(i) 2.8.7 1

4(b)(ii) it has one more electron than protons / it has 35 protons and 36 electrons (1) 1

4(c) sodium chloride (1) 2

astatine (1)

4(d) idea of adding universal indicator to solution (1) 2

compare colour with pH colour chart (1)

Question Answer Marks

5(a) G = alkene (1) 2

H = alkane (1)

5(b) H O 1
│ ║
H– C–C–O–H
│
H

5(c) S 1

5(d)(i) breakdown of (large / long-chain) hydrocarbons (1) 2

by heat / by heating (1)

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Question Answer Marks

5(d)(ii) ethanol 1

5(d)(iii) polymer 1

5(e) carbon dioxide (1) 2

water (1)

Question Answer Marks

6(a) 1 mark each for any 5 of: 5

volatility:
• sodium chloride: (very) low / does not evaporate (at room temperature)
• pentane: high / evaporates rapidly (at room temperature)

solubility:
• sodium chloride: soluble / dissolves
• pentane: insoluble / does not dissolve

electrical conductivity:
• sodium chloride: conducts
• pentane: does not conduct / poor conductor

6(b) chlorine 1

6(c)(i) incomplete combustion / combustion in limited air / combustion in limited oxygen 1

6(c)(ii) poisonous / toxic 1

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Question Answer Marks

7(a)(i) melting / fusion 1

7(a)(ii) separation: 4
solid: particles close to each other (1)

liquid: particles close to each other (1)

motion:
solid: vibrating (1)

liquid: sliding over each other / limited motion / restricted motion (1)

7(b) aluminium is too reactive (to be extracted by carbon / aluminium is high in the reactivity series 1

7(c) low density (1) 2

strong (1)

7(d) saves energy / conserves (natural) resources / conserves the ore (1) 1

7(e) nickel < zinc< titanium < aluminium (2) 2

if 2 marks not scored 1 mark for:

1 pair reversed / aluminium < calcium < titanium < zinc

7(f)(i) natural gas 1

7(f)(ii) global warming / climate change 1

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Question Answer Marks

8(a) 38 (s) 1

8(b) steeper initial gradient starting at 0-0 point (1) 2

line levels off at 35 cm3 (1)

8(c) (rate) decreases / slower (1) 2

(rate) increases / faster (1)

8(d) 0.26 (g) 1

8(e) white precipitate (1) 2

soluble (in excess) / precipitate dissolves (1)

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MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the March 2020 series for most Cambridge
IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level components.

This document consists of 10 printed pages.

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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

Science-Specific Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.

2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for any
correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.

3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other syllabus
terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).

4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme where
necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

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5 ‘List rule’ guidance (see examples below)

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

• The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided
• Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n
• Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n
• Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this
should be treated as a single incorrect response
• Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.

6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded by
the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form, (e.g. a × 10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1
and 10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.

7 Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples / fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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Question Answer Marks

1(a)(i) potassium manganate(VII) 1

1(a)(ii) methane 1

1(a)(iii) potassium iodide / iodide 1

1(a)(iv) calcium oxide 1

1(a)(v) ethene 1

1(b) (substance containing) atoms / ions of two or more (different) 2

elements (1)

(atoms) bonded / chemically combined (1)

1(c) pair of bonding electrons between H and Cl (1) 2

3 non-bonding pairs on Cl and no non-bonding electrons on H / 6 non-bonding electrons on Cl and no non-bonding

electrons on H (1)

Question Answer Marks

2(a) hematite 1

2(b)(i) slag floats on iron / slag is above the iron ORA 1

2(b)(ii) limestone (1) 3

AND 1 mark each for any 2 of:

• it decomposes / it breaks down

• forms calcium oxide / forms CaO
• reacts with impurities / reacts with silicon dioxide / reacts with silicates / reacts with silica / reacts with SiO2

2(c) to form carbon monoxide / to burn the coke / to burn the carbon 1

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2(d)(i) oxygen removed from Fe2O3 / iron oxide loses oxygen 1

2(d)(ii) 2.8 (g) 1

2(e) electrons: 26 (1) 3

protons: 26 (1)

neutrons: 32 (1)

2(f) first box down ticked (iron forms coloured compounds) (1) 2

second box down ticked (iron can act as a catalyst) (1)

Question Answer Marks

3(a) coolant / cooling / solvent / for dissolving 1

3(b) pH 7 1

3(c) filtration: to remove solids / to remove insoluble materials / to separate solids from liquids (1) 2

chlorination: to kill bacteria / to disinfect (the water) / to kill (harmful) microorganisms (1)

3(d) A: melting / fusion (1) 2

B: condensing / condensation (1)

3(e) copper <nickel <zinc <magnesium (2) 2

if two marks not scored one mark for one consecutive pair reversed / all reversed

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4(a)(i) circle round COOH group 1

4(a)(ii) C5H8O2 1

4(a)(iii) aqueous bromine / bromine water / bromine (1) 3

unsaturated: decolourises / goes colourless / loses its colour (1)

saturated: remains red-brown / remains brown / remains orange / no change (in colour) (1)

4(b) 60 (2) 2

if two marks not scored, one mark for (4 × 1) = 4 OR (2 ×16) = 32

4(c) 1

4(d) 1 mark each for any two of: 4

• glucose / sugar
• in aqueous solution / in water
• yeast / enzymes / zymase

1 mark each for any two of:

• no oxygen / no air / anaerobic
• pH neutral
• room temperature / stated temperature between 5°C and 40°C (inclusive)

1 mark for:
• (fractional) distillation

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5(a) melting point of Rb: any values between 31 °C and 61 °C (inclusive) (1) 2

conductivity of sodium: values between 15 and 30 (inclusive) (1)

5(b) solid (1) 2

20°C is lower than the melting point / melting point is higher than 20 °C (1)

5(c) decrease down the group / decrease from sodium to caesium / increase up the group / increase from caesium to sodium 1

5(d)(i) 2 (K) (on left) (1) 2

H2 (on right) (1)

5(d)(ii) lilac 1

5(d)(iii) (add indicator to the solution and) observe colour (of indicator) (1) 2

compare (colour) with colour chart / compare with pH chart (1)

Question Answer Marks

6(a)(i) transfers thermal energy to surrounding / transfers heat to surroundings / gives out heat 1

6(a)(ii) salt 1

6(a)(iii) combustion 1

6(a)(iv) (chemical) erosion (of mortar / building materials) / corrodes (iron) 1

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6(b)(i) measure volume of gas / measure volume of hydrogen / idea of measuring mass of the reaction mixture (1) 3

reference to (measurement at certain) time(s) (1)

suitable collection apparatus related to method suggested, e.g. gas syringe / upturned measuring cylinder (over
water) / balance (1)

6(b)(ii) large pieces: (rate) decreases / gets slower / slows down (1) 2

increasing temperature: (rate) increases / gets faster (1)

Question Answer Marks

7(a)(i) anode (left) AND cathode (right) correctly labelled (1) 3

leads connected correctly to electrodes (1)

test-tubes over both electrodes and dipping into electrolyte (1)

7(a)(i) positive electrode: oxygen / O2 (1) 2

negative electrode: hydrogen / H2 (1)

7(b) sodium sulfate (1) 2

water (1)

7(c) limewater (1) 2

turns milky / turns cloudy / white precipitate (1)

7(d) climate change / global warming / effect of global warming, e.g. warmer atmosphere / rise in sea levels / glaciers 1
melting / ice at poles melting / desertification / more extreme weather / climate change / increased flooding

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8(a)(i) F 1

8(a)(ii) ionic 1

8(a)(iii) E 1

8(a)(iv) D 1

8(b) diatomic 1

8(c) reversible reaction / the reaction can go forwards or backwards 1

8(d)(i) Cl2 (on left) (1) 2

2 (KCl) (on right) (1)

8(d)(ii) chlorine is more reactive than iodine / iodine is less reactive than chlorine 1

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Paper 3 Theory (Core) May/June 2020
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

Students did not sit exam papers in the June 2020 series due to the Covid-19 global pandemic.

This mark scheme is published to support teachers and students and should be read together with the
question paper. It shows the requirements of the exam. The answer column of the mark scheme shows the
proposed basis on which Examiners would award marks for this exam. Where appropriate, this column also
provides the most likely acceptable alternative responses expected from students. Examiners usually review
the mark scheme after they have seen student responses and update the mark scheme if appropriate. In the
June series, Examiners were unable to consider the acceptability of alternative responses, as there were no
student responses to consider.

Mark schemes should usually be read together with the Principal Examiner Report for Teachers. However,
because students did not sit exam papers, there is no Principal Examiner Report for Teachers for the June
2020 series.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the June 2020 series for most Cambridge
IGCSE™ and Cambridge International A & AS Level components, and some Cambridge O Level
components.

This document consists of 10 printed pages.

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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

Science-Specific Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.

2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for any
correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.

3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other syllabus
terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).

4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme where
necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

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5 ‘List rule’ guidance (see examples below)

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

• The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided
• Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n
• Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n
• Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this
should be treated as a single incorrect response
• Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.

6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded by
the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form, (e.g. a × 10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1
and 10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.

7 Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples / fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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Question Answer Marks

1(a)(i) NO2 / nitrogen dioxide / nitrogen oxide(s) 1

1(a)(ii) CO2 / carbon dioxide 1

1(a)(iii) O2 / oxygen 1

1(a)(iv) Fe3+ / iron(III) (ions) 1

1(a)(v) O2- / oxide 1

1(b) 3
1

0 / none 1

–1

all 4 correct = 3 marks

three correct = 2 marks
one or two correct = 1 mark

1(c) (number of electrons) = 26 2

(number of neutrons) = 32

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) PO43– / phosphate 1

2(a)(ii) nitrate 1

2(a)(iii) 1.05 (mg) 1

2(a)(iv) ammonium phosphate 1

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2(b) flame test / description of flame test 2

lilac flame

2(c) Mg3(PO4)2 1

Question Answer Marks

3(a) 5
treating water / killing bacteria

methane (1) fuel

iron extraction / making cement /

CaCO3 (1) neutralising (acidic) soil

3(b) iron < zinc < titanium < calcium 2

IF two marks not scored, one mark for one consecutive pair reversed / all reversed

3(c)(i) (from) white 2

(to) blue

3(c)(ii) heat / warm 1

3(c)(iii) cooling / coolant / as a solvent 1

Question Answer Marks

4(a)(i) values between – 46°C and 29°C (inclusive) 1

4(a)(ii) increases as the number of carbon atoms increases / increases as the alkenes get bigger (or longer) 1

4(a)(iii) they are gases (at room temperature and pressure) 1

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4(b)(i) 9 (O2) 1

4(b)(ii) limewater / aqueous calcium hydroxide 2

turns milky / turns cloudy / white precipitate

4(b)(iii) (green to) yellow 2

carbon dioxide is an acidic oxide

4(c)(i) (combustion in) limited oxygen 1

4(c)(ii) poisonous / toxic 1

Question Answer Marks

5(a)(i) anode (on left) and cathode (on right) correctly labelled 2

test tubes / measuring cylinders over each electrode with open ends dipping into the electrolyte

5(a)(ii) positive electrode: chlorine / Cl2 2

negative electrode: hydrogen / H2

5(a)(iii) platinum 2

inert / unreactive

5(b) H2 (on left) 2

2 (HCl) (on right)

5(c)(i) chlorine has displaced iodine in sodium iodide 1

/ chlorine has taken the place of iodine in sodium iodide

5(c)(ii) brown 1
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6(a) forms magnesium chloride (1) 4

forms hydrogen (1)

one mark each for any two of:

• reaction is exothermic / (reaction mixture) gets warm
• bubbles / effervesces / fizzes
• magnesium disappears (or gets smaller)

6(b)(i) increase in temperature increases rate 1

6(b)(ii) (smaller pieces of carbonate) increases the rate 2

(decreasing concentration) decreases the rate

6(c) (reaction) gives out heat / reaction mixture gets warmer 1

6(d) water 2

oxygen / air

6(e) D 1

Question Answer Marks

7(a) C10H16 1

7(b) top box: chromatography paper / filter paper 2

bottom box: solvent / named solvent e.g. alcohol

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7(c) bromine / bromine water / aqueous bromine 3

with saturated hydrocarbon: no colour change / stays orange

with unsaturated hydrocarbon: decolourised / (goes) colourless

7(d) alkane 1

7(e) C10H22 1

7(f) H H 1
ǀ ǀ
C=C
ǀ ǀ
H H

7(g) distillation 3
condense
bitumen

Question Answer Marks

8(a) for bonding (maximum three marks) 5

one mark each for any three of:
• sodium bromide – bonding is ionic
• sodium bromide – strong bonding (between ions)
• sulfur – weak forces between molecules
• sulfur – covalent bonds within molecules

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8(a) for electrical conductivity (maximum two marks)

one mark each for any three of:
• sodium bromide – conducts when molten / conducts in aqueous solution
• sodium bromide – does not conduct when solid
• sulfur – does not conduct

For solubility in water (maximum two marks)

• sodium bromide – soluble in water
• sulfur – insoluble in water

8(b) substance containing only one type of atom / substance which cannot be broken down to simpler substances by 1
chemical means

8(c)(i) reacts with water / reacts with chlorine 1

8(c)(ii) third box ticked (sodium conducts electricity) 2

fourth box ticked (sodium is malleable)

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Paper 3 Theory (Core) May/June 2020
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

Students did not sit exam papers in the June 2020 series due to the Covid-19 global pandemic.

This mark scheme is published to support teachers and students and should be read together with the
question paper. It shows the requirements of the exam. The answer column of the mark scheme shows the
proposed basis on which Examiners would award marks for this exam. Where appropriate, this column also
provides the most likely acceptable alternative responses expected from students. Examiners usually review
the mark scheme after they have seen student responses and update the mark scheme if appropriate. In the
June series, Examiners were unable to consider the acceptability of alternative responses, as there were no
student responses to consider.

Mark schemes should usually be read together with the Principal Examiner Report for Teachers. However,
because students did not sit exam papers, there is no Principal Examiner Report for Teachers for the June
2020 series.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the June 2020 series for most Cambridge
IGCSE™ and Cambridge International A & AS Level components, and some Cambridge O Level
components.

This document consists of 10 printed pages.

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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

Science-Specific Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.

2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for any
correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.

3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other syllabus
terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).

4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme where
necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

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5 ‘List rule’ guidance (see examples below)

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

• The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided
• Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n
• Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n
• Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this
should be treated as a single incorrect response
• Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.

6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded by
the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form, (e.g. a × 10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1
and 10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.

7 Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples / fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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Question Answer Marks

1(a)(i) CO2 / carbon dioxide 1

1(a)(ii) H2 / hydrogen 1

1(a)(iii) N2 / nitrogen 1

1(a)(iv) Cu2+ / copper(II) (ions) 1

1(a)(v) Cl - / chloride 1

1(b) 3
+1

0 / no charge 1

1/2000

all four correct = 3 marks

three correct = 2 marks
one or two correct = 1 mark

1(c) (number of electrons) = 19 2

(number of neutrons) = 22

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) SO42– / sulfate 1

2(a)(ii) sulfate 1

2(a)(iii) 5.6 (mg) 1

2(a)(iv) ammonium nitrate 1

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2(b) add (aqueous) sodium hydroxide / add (aqueous) ammonia 2

white precipitate (with sodium hydroxide)

OR

no precipitate / (slight white) precipitate (with ammonia)

2(c) Ca(NO3)2 1

Question Answer Marks

3(a) 5
solvent, coolant, drinking,
agriculture, etc.

sulfur dioxide bleach / food preservative

Ca = 1 treating acidic soil (or lakes) /

O=2 neutralising acidic waste /
H=2 steelmaking / flue gas
desulfurisation

3(b) copper < zinc < magnesium < sodium 2

IF two marks not scored, one mark for one consecutive pair reversed / all reversed

3(c) 2 (NaOH) 2

2 (Na2OH)

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4(a)(i) decrease down the group / increase up the group 1

4(a)(ii) there is no trend in density (from lithium to potassium), the value (of density) goes up and down 1

4(a)(iii) liquid 2

45°C / this temperature is between the melting and boiling points / boiling point above 45°C and melting point below
45°C

4(b)(i) lighted splint 2

pops / explodes

4(b)(ii) C5H10O2 1

4(c) blue / purple 2

(sodium oxide is a) basic oxide

Question Answer Marks

5(a)(i) anode (on right) and cathode (on left) 2

power supply added AND connecting wire from each end of power supply to separate electrodes

5(a)(ii) positive electrode: bromine / Br2 2

negative electrode: magnesium / Mg

5(b)(i) inert / unreactive 1

5(b)(ii) platinum / graphite 1

5(c)(i) chlorine has displaced bromine in sodium bromide / chlorine has taken the place of bromine in sodium bromide 1

5(c)(ii) red-brown 1

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Question Answer Marks

5(d) 5 (Cl2)

2 (PCl5)

Question Answer Marks

6(a) forms magnesium chloride (1) 4

forms water and carbon dioxide (1)

one mark each for any two of:

• reaction is exothermic / (reaction mixture) gets warm
• bubbles / effervescence / fizzes
• magnesium oxide disappears (or gets smaller)

6(b)(i) increase in concentration increases rate ORA 1

6(b)(ii) larger pieces: decreases (rate) 2

increasing temperature: increases (rate)

6(c) exothermic 1

6(d) iron gains oxygen (from water) 1

6(e) painting / greasing / putting plastic layer over iron / galvanising 2

prevents oxygen (or air) from getting to the iron / prevents water getting to the iron / acts as a barrier to oxygen (or air) /
acts as a barrier to water

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Question Answer Marks

7(a) circle around OH group only 1

7(b) C = C bond / carbon-carbon double bond 1

7(c)(i) filtration / filtering 1

7(c)(ii) one mark for any two of: 2

• octane boils off first when heated ORA for nerol
• because octane has lower boiling point ORA for nerol
• octane condenses / turns to liquid in condenser first ORA for nerol
• nerol left in distillation flask / only the octane evaporates

7(d) X on baseline 2

solvent level drawn between baseline and bottom of paper

7(e)(i) H H 2
I I
H–C–C–O–H
I I
H H

7(e)(ii) steam 2

catalyst

7(f) third box down ticked (similar chemical properties) 2

fifth box down ticked (same functional group)

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Question Answer Marks

8(a) for bonding (maximum three marks) 5

one mark each for any three of:
• caesium chloride – bonding is ionic
• caesium chloride – strong bonding (between ions)
• carbon dioxide – covalent bonds within molecules

for solubility in water (maximum two marks)

one mark each for any two of:
• caesium chloride – soluble in water
• carbon dioxide – insoluble in water

for arrangement of particles (maximum two marks)

one mark for any two of:
• caesium chloride – regular (arrangement) / arranged in lines / arranged in columns
• carbon dioxide – random / irregular

8(b) substance containing atoms of two or more different elements chemically combined 1

8(c) caesium above carbon in electrochemical series / caesium above carbon in reactivity series / caesium more reactive 1
than carbon ORA

8(d) one mark each for any two of: 2

• conduct electricity / conduct heat
• ductile / can be drawn into wires
• malleable / can be hammered into different shapes
• lustrous / shiny

8(e)(i) third box down ticked (reaction of hydrochloric acid with magnesium) 1

8(e)(ii) climate change / global warming / ice sheets melt / sea level rise / desertification / (more) extreme weather, etc. 1

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CHEMISTRY 0620/03
Paper 3 Theory (Core) For examination from 2020
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Specimen

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mark scheme abbreviations

; separates marking points

/ alternative responses for the same marking point

not do not allow

allow accept the response

ecf error carried forward

avp any valid point

ora or reverse argument

owtte or words to that effect

underline actual word given must be used by candidate (grammatical variants excepted)

() the word / phrase in brackets is not required but sets the context

max indicates the maximum number of marks

Any [number] from: accept the [number] of valid responses

note: additional marking guidance

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1 (a) diamond:
covalent;
giant structure / macromolecule;
chlorine: any two of:
molecule;
covalent;
diatomic; [4]

(b) C6Cl12 [1]

(c) (i) green / yellow-green / light green [1]

(ii) value between 2.5–4(.0) (g per dm3) (actual = 3.12) [1]

(iii) increases [1]

(d) (i) potassium bromide [1]

not: potassium bromine

iodine [1]
not: iodide

(ii) chlorine is more reactive than bromine / ora [1]

not: chloride is more reactive than bromide

(e) solubility in water:

ionic compounds are soluble and molecular compounds are not soluble [1]
note: both needed for mark

electrical conductivity:
ionic compounds conduct electricity when molten / in (aqueous) solution
and molecular compounds do not [1]
note: both needed for mark

2 (a) Br2 [1]

(b) Any three of: [3]

• bromine evaporates / liquid evaporates;
• more energetic particles change from liquid to vapour or gas;
• diffusion;
• random movement of particles / particles move everywhere / air and bromine particles
are moving;
• (bromine and air) particles get mixed up / collision of bromine and air particles;
allow: molecules in place of particles

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3 (a) E / nitrogen (di)oxide / NO2 [1]

(b) B / potassium nitrate / KNO3 [1]

(c) A / ammonia / NH3 [1]

(d) E / nitrogen (di)oxide / NO2 [1]

(e) C / NI3 / nitrogen (tri)iodide [1]

(f) B / potassium nitrate / KNO3 [1]

4 (a) calcium oxide [1]

allow: CaO

(b) thermal decomposition [1]

(c) carbon dioxide has been removed from the limestone / it comes from the limestone / carbon
dioxide is a product [1]

(d) neutralising acidic soils / treating acidic lakes / flue gas desulfurisation
allow: any suitable use [1]

(e) temperature of Bunsen / distance of Bunsen from the tube / mass of carbonate used / owtte
[1]

(f) (i) calcium carbonate [1]

(ii) 27 (cm3) [1]

(iii) calcium faster than strontium which is faster than barium / idea of
trend down the group; [1]
correct trend, i.e. less rapid reaction the further down the group / ora; [1]

(g) add acid to carbonate; [1]

bubble gas or carbon dioxide (evolved) through limewater / test gas or carbon
dioxide with limewater; [1]
limewater goes milky or cloudy; [1]

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5 (a) Any three of:

high melting / boiling point;
high density;
form coloured compounds or have coloured ions;
form ions of more than one charge / variable valency / variable oxidation state;
allow: form complex ions; hard / hardness; catalysts; [3]

(b) (i) different number of neutrons / different nucleon number [1]

(ii) 31 [1]

(iii) 23 [1]

(c) suitable method, e.g. coating with paint / zinc / unreactive metal / plastic / oil / grease /
galvanising / sacrificial protection; [1]
suitable reason, e.g. stops air / water reaching surface; [1]
note: reason must be consequential to the method chosen

(d) Any two of:

recycling promotes sustainable development / owtte;
uses less energy than extraction;
preserves limited natural resources;
correct reference to cost;
reference to landfill; [2]

(e) Fe2O3 / iron oxide; [1]

it loses oxygen / gains electrons / iron decreases oxidation number; [1]

(f) (i) incomplete combustion / insufficient or limited or not enough oxygen [1]

(ii) toxic / suffocates you / stops red blood cells carrying oxygen / binds with hemoglobin in
place of oxygen [1]

6 (a) break down (of substance / electrolyte) by electricity / splitting up of substance by electricity /
decomposition by electricity [1]
allow: current / voltage for electricity

(b) anode [1]

(c) hydrogen [1]

allow: H2

(d) platinum; [1]

inert; [1]

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(e) (i) 2,8,7 as shown in an electron shell diagram [1]

(ii) pair of electrons between two chlorine atoms; [1]

rest of electrons correct; [1]

(iii) (damp) litmus (paper) / Universal indicator (paper); [1]

allow: indicator paper / pH paper

bleaches / goes white / goes red then bleaches; [1]

(f) (i) calcium chloride + water (1 mark each) [2]

not: calcium chlorine

(ii) 2 on left; [1]

H2 on right; not: 2H [1]

7 (a) (i) 78 (%) [1]

allow: 78–80

(ii) Any two of: [2]

carbon dioxide; argon; neon; xenon; helium; radon; water;
not: hydrogen

(b) (i) decreases / gets less / gets lower / gets used up [1]

(ii) increases / gets more / greater [1]

(c) any suitable use e.g. electrical conductor / electrical wiring / saucepans [1]

8 (a) (i) (group of) molecules with similar boiling points / (group of) molecules with similar relative
molecular masses / molecules with limited range of boiling points / molecules with limited
range of molecular masses / molecules coming off at the same place in the fractionation
column / owtte [1]

(ii) C10H22
allow: reasonable mixtures, e.g. C7H16 + C3H6 [1]

(b) refinery gas: (fuel) for heating / (fuel) for cars / (fuel) for cooking; [1]
gasoline: (fuel) for cars / mowers etc.; [1]

(c) unsaturated: contains double bonds / contains C=C bonds; [1]

hydrocarbon: containing carbon and hydrogen only; [1]

(d) (i) 1st box down ticked (catalytic addition of steam) [1]

(ii) correct structure of ethanol; [1]

bond between O-H; [1]

(e) monomers; [1]

polymers; [1]

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CHEMISTRY 0620/31
Paper 3 Theory (Core) October/November 2020
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the October/November 2020 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level and Cambridge Pre-U components, and some
Cambridge O Level components.

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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently, e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

Science-Specific Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.

2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for
any correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.

3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other
syllabus terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).

4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme
where necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

5 ‘List rule’ guidance

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

• The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided.
• Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n.
• Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n.
• Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this
should be treated as a single incorrect response.
• Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.

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6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded
by the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form (e.g. a × 10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1
and 10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.

7 Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples / fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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Question Answer Marks

1(a)(i) Ne / neon 1

1(a)(ii) Br / Bromine / Br2 1

1(a)(iii) O / oxygen 1

1(a)(iv) Fe / iron 1

1(a)(v) Cr / chromium / Cr3+ 1

1(b)(i) atoms (1) 2

(with the) same number of protons but different numbers of neutrons / (with the) same atomic number but different mass
number / (with the) same atomic number but different nucleon number (1)

1(b)(ii) protons = 12 (1) 2

neutrons = 14 (1)

1(c) 8 electrons in second shell and 2 electrons in outer shell 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) ozone 1

2(a)(ii) carbon monoxide / CO 1

2(a)(iii) 0.15 (ng) 1

2(b)(i) car exhausts / car engines / high temperature furnaces 1

2(b)(ii) irritation of lungs / irritates nose / irritates throat / irritates eyes / asthma 1

2(b)(iii) N2 (on left) 2

2 (NO2) (on right)

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2(c) Brownian (motion) 1

Question Answer Marks

3(a) C (1) 3

very strong (1)

very good ductility / best ductility (1)

3(b) B (1) 3

very hard (1)

strong / good conductor of heat (1)

Question Answer Marks

4(a)(i) circle around one or both alcoholic O-H groups 1

4(a)(ii) C4H6O6 1

4(a)(iii) 150 (2) 2

If two marks not scored, 1 mark for 4 × 12 = 48 / 6 × 16 = 96

4(b)(i) calcium nitrate (1) 2

water (1)

4(b)(ii) pH 10 1

4(b)(iii) universal indicator (1) 2

compare colour with colour chart (1)

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4(b)(iv) crops don’t grow if soil too acidic / plants don’t grow (well) in acidic conditions / plants need particular pH to grow best 1

4(c)(i) breakdown of a compound (1) 2

by heating / by high temperature (1)

4(c)(ii) reactants on left bottom line and products on top right line 1

4(c)(iii) the reactant has less energy than the products 1

Question Answer Marks

5(a) 1

5(b) orange (1) 2

to colourless (1)

5(c)(i) ethanol (1) 2

C2H5OH / C2H6O (1)

5(c)(ii) addition 1

5(d) C10H22 1

5(e)(i) monomer(s) 1

5(e)(ii) ropes / clothing / fishing lines / tennis racquets / tents / nets 1

5(e)(iii) chokes animals / blocks digestive system in birds / animals trapped (inside bottles) / eyesore / fills landfill sites 1

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Question Answer Marks

6(a) one mark each for: 5

• positive electrode: bromine / Br2
• negative electrode: lead / Pb

AND

one mark each for any three of:

• 2 electrodes dipping into liquid
• electrolyte labelled (as electrolyte or lead bromide)
• power pack or batteries labelled and leads connected correctly to electrodes
• electrodes labelled anode and cathode / electrodes labelled positive and negative electrodes

6(b) arrangement: random / no arrangement (1) 2

motion: sliding over each other / random (1)

6(c) one mark each for any two of: 2

• malleable
• ductile
• conducts electricity / conducts heat
• shiny (when freshly cut)

6(d) Pb3O4 loses oxygen / red lead loses oxygen / lead oxide loses oxygen 1

Question Answer Marks

7(a) transition (elements) 1

7(b)(i) 70 cm3 1

7(b)(ii) the reaction has finished / all the zinc has been used up 1

7(b)(iii) Line starts at 0, 0 and steeper gradient (1) 2

Line levels out at 96 cm3 hydrogen and before the line already on the grid (1)

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7(b)(iv) concentration: (rate) decreases / gets slower (1) 2

particle size: (rate) decreases / gets slower (1)

7(c)(i) lighted splint (1) 2

pops / explodes (1)

7(c)(ii) fuel 1

Question Answer Marks

8(a) 2nd box down ticked (have high densities) (1) 2

4th box down ticked (high melting points) (1)

8(b) copper<cobalt<manganese<magnesium (2) 2

If 2 marks not scored one mark for one consecutive pair reversed / all reversed

8(c)(i) one mark each for any four of: 4

• filter (off copper oxide)
• warm (or heat or evaporate) filtrate to point of crystallisation / warm filtrate to form saturated solution / heat filtrate until
crystals start to form
• filter off crystals / pick out crystals
• wash crystals with cold water / wash crystals with (organic) solvent
• dry crystals with filter paper

8(c)(ii) salt 1

8(d)(i) ⇌ 1

8(d)(ii) white (1) 2

(to) blue (1)

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CHEMISTRY 0620/32
Paper 3 Theory (Core) October/November 2020
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the October/November 2020 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level and Cambridge Pre-U components, and some
Cambridge O Level components.

This document consists of 9 printed pages.

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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently, e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

Science-Specific Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.

2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for
any correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.

3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other
syllabus terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).

4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme
where necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

5 ‘List rule’ guidance

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

• The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided.
• Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n.
• Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n.
• Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this
should be treated as a single incorrect response.
• Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.

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6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded
by the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form (e.g. a × 10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1
and 10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.

7 Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples / fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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Question Answer Marks

1(a)(i) Ar / argon 1

1(a)(ii) Ca / calcium 1

1(a)(iii) K / potassium 1

1(a)(iv) Pt / platinum 1

1(a)(v) Fe / iron / Fe2+ 1

1(b)(i) a substance having one type of atom / a substance having atoms with the same proton number / a substance which cannot 1
be broken down further by chemical means

1(b)(ii) protons = 17 (1) 2

neutrons = 18 (1)

1(c) 8 electrons in second shell and 7 electrons in outer shell 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) particulates 1

2(a)(ii) sufur dioxide / SO2 1

2(a)(iii) 0.5 (ng) 1

2(b)(i) burning fossil fuels / burning named fossil fuel 1

2(b)(ii) (chemical) erosion / (chemical) weathering / pitting / corrosion 1

2(b)(iii) bleach (for wood pulp / paper) / food preservative 1

2(c)(i) 2 (SO2) (1) 2

2 (SO3) (1)

2(c)(ii) reactants on left top line and product(s) on bottom right line 1

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2(c)(iii) the reactants have more energy / the product(s) have less energy 1

2(d) substance which increases rate of reaction / substance which speeds up a reaction 1

2(e) pH 2 1

2(f) 4th box down ticked (particles move in random zig-zag motion) 1

Question Answer Marks

3(a) H (1) 3

conductivity very good / greatest conductivity / best conductivity (1)

very good ductility / greatest ductility best ductility (1)

3(b) E (1) 3

resistance to corrosion very good / best resistance to corrosion (1)

very strong / highest strength (1)

Question Answer Marks

4(a)(i) circle round COOH group 1

4(a)(ii) C6H10O3 1

4(a)(iii) 130 2
If two marks not scored, 1 mark for 6 × 12 = 72 / 3 × 16 = 48

4(b) calcium chloride (1) 2

water (1)

4(c)(i) calcium sulfate 1

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Question Answer Marks

4(b)(ii) gaseous (1) 2

blue (1)

Question Answer Marks

5(a) 1

5(b) 3 (CO2) (1) 2

4 (H2O) (1)

5(c)(i) decomposition of plants / waste gases from digestion in animals / natural gas 1

5(c)(ii) heating / cooking / fuel 1

5(d) compound containing carbon and hydrogen only / compound containing carbon and hydrogen and no other elements (2) 2

if 2 marks not obtained: one mark for compound containing carbon and hydrogen (1)

5(e) bromine / bromine water / aqueous bromine 1

5(f)(i) hydrogen 1

5(f)(ii) high temperature 1

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Question Answer Marks

6(a) one mark each for: 5

• positive electrode: bubbles / effervescence / green gas / green vapour (1)
• negative electrode: silvery solid / silvery metal (1)

one mark each for any three of:

• 2 electrodes dipping into liquid
• electrolyte labelled (as electrolyte or sodium chloride)
• power pack or batteries labelled and leads connected correctly to electrodes
• electrodes labelled anode and cathode / electrodes labelled positive and negative electrodes

6(b) arrangement: regular / in layers (1) 2

separation: close together / touching (1)

6(c) one mark each for any two of: 2

• sodium soft / iron hard
• sodium has a low melting point / boiling point OR reverse argument for iron
• sodium has low density / iron has high density

6(d) carbon monoxide gains oxygen 1

7(a) upturned measuring cylinder with open end in water / (gas) syringe (1) 3

measuring cylinder or (gas) syringe labelled (1)

workable apparatus connected so that it is airtight (1)

7(b)(i) (rate) decreases 1

7(b)(ii) 11 (s) 1

7(b)(iii) line starts at 0, 0 and gradient lower 1

7(b)(iv) increases (rate) / reaction goes faster 1

7(c) Ni 1

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Question Answer Marks

7(d) glowing splint (1) 2

relights (1)

Question Answer Marks

8(a) iron(II) chloride (1) 2

hydrogen (1)

8(b) 1st box down ticked (iron forms an alloy ...) (1) 2

5th box down ticked (both oxygen and water ...) (1)

8(c) copper < chromium < iron < magnesium (2) 2

If 2 marks not scored one mark for one consecutive pair reversed / all reversed

8(d) one mark each for any four of: 4

• filter (off cobalt(II) carbonate)
• warm (or heat or evaporate) filtrate to point of crystallisation / warm filtrate to form saturated solution / heat filtrate until
crystals start to form
• filter off crystals / pick out crystals
• wash crystals with cold water / wash crystals with (organic) solvent
• dry crystals with filter paper

8(e)(i) reversible (reaction) 1

8(e)(ii) blue (1) 2

to red / pink (1)

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MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the October/November 2020 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level and Cambridge Pre-U components, and some
Cambridge O Level components.

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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently, e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

Science-Specific Marking Principles

1 Examiners should consider the context and scientific use of any keywords when awarding marks. Although keywords may be present, marks
should not be awarded if the keywords are used incorrectly.

2 The examiner should not choose between contradictory statements given in the same question part, and credit should not be awarded for
any correct statement that is contradicted within the same question part. Wrong science that is irrelevant to the question should be ignored.

3 Although spellings do not have to be correct, spellings of syllabus terms must allow for clear and unambiguous separation from other
syllabus terms with which they may be confused (e.g. ethane / ethene, glucagon / glycogen, refraction / reflection).

4 The error carried forward (ecf) principle should be applied, where appropriate. If an incorrect answer is subsequently used in a scientifically
correct way, the candidate should be awarded these subsequent marking points. Further guidance will be included in the mark scheme
where necessary and any exceptions to this general principle will be noted.

5 ‘List rule’ guidance

For questions that require n responses (e.g. State two reasons …):

• The response should be read as continuous prose, even when numbered answer spaces are provided.
• Any response marked ignore in the mark scheme should not count towards n.
• Incorrect responses should not be awarded credit but will still count towards n.
• Read the entire response to check for any responses that contradict those that would otherwise be credited. Credit should not be
awarded for any responses that are contradicted within the rest of the response. Where two responses contradict one another, this
should be treated as a single incorrect response.
• Non-contradictory responses after the first n responses may be ignored even if they include incorrect science.

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6 Calculation specific guidance

Correct answers to calculations should be given full credit even if there is no working or incorrect working, unless the question states ‘show
your working’.

For questions in which the number of significant figures required is not stated, credit should be awarded for correct answers when rounded
by the examiner to the number of significant figures given in the mark scheme. This may not apply to measured values.

For answers given in standard form (e.g. a × 10n) in which the convention of restricting the value of the coefficient (a) to a value between 1
and 10 is not followed, credit may still be awarded if the answer can be converted to the answer given in the mark scheme.

Unless a separate mark is given for a unit, a missing or incorrect unit will normally mean that the final calculation mark is not awarded.
Exceptions to this general principle will be noted in the mark scheme.

7 Guidance for chemical equations

Multiples / fractions of coefficients used in chemical equations are acceptable unless stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

State symbols given in an equation should be ignored unless asked for in the question or stated otherwise in the mark scheme.

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Question Answer Marks

1(a)(i) H / H2 / hydrogen 1

1(a)(ii) Cl / chlorine / Cl 2 1

1(a)(iii) Al / aluminium / Al 3+ 1

1(a)(iv) I / I2 / iodine 1

1(a)(v) Al /aluminium 1

1(b)(i) 2nd box down ticked (they are atoms with the same number of protons ...) 1

1(b)(ii) protons = 16 (1) 2

neutrons = 17 (1)

1(c) 8 electrons in second shell and 6 electrons in outer shell 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) ozone 1

2(a)(ii) 26.5 (ng) 1

2(b)(i) oxygen is not in excess / oxygen is limiting / there is excess carbon / there is excess fuel 1

2(b)(ii) poisonous / toxic / kills you 1

2(c)(i) increases rate of reaction / speeds up a reaction 1

2(c)(ii) decomposition of plants / waste gases from digestion of animals / natural gas 1

2(d)(i) 2 (CO) (on left) (1) 2

2 (CO2) (on right) (1)

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2(d)(ii) reactants on left top line and products on bottom right line 1

2(d)(iii) the reactants have more energy / the product(s) have less energy 1

2(e)(i) limewater / aqueous calcium hydroxide (1) 2

goes milky / cloudy / white precipitate (1)

2(e)(ii) pH 6 1

Question Answer Marks

3(a) A (1) 3

low melting point / lowest melting point (1)

does not conduct when molten / does not conduct when liquid (1)

3(b) D (1) 3

does not conduct when solid but conducts when molten / only conducts when molten (1)

soluble in water (1)

Question Answer Marks

4(a)(i) circle round C = C group 1

4(a)(ii) C4H6O2 1

4(a)(iii) 86 (2) 2

If two marks not scored, 1 mark for 6 × 1 = 6 / 2 × 16 = 32

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4(b) calcium nitrate (1) 2

water (1)

4(c)(i) calcium carbonate 1

4(c)(ii) breakdown of a compound (1) 2

by heating / by high temperature (1)

4(d) cement / mortar / treating acidic soils / treating acidic lakes / flue gas desulfurisation 1

Question Answer Marks

5(a) 2

If 2 marks not scored, 1 mark for correct structure with OH in place of O– H

5(b) motion: sliding over each other / random (1) 2

separation: close together / touching (1)

5(c) carbon dioxide (1) 2

water (1)

5(d)(i) one mark each for any two of: 2

• room temperature
• no oxygen / anaerobic
• pH neutral

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5(d)(ii) fractional (1) 2

distillation (1)

5(e) ethene (1) 2

steam (1)

Question Answer Marks

6(a) one mark each for: 5

• positive electrode: chlorine / Cl2
• negative electrode: hydrogen / H2

AND

one mark each for any three of:

• 2 electrodes dipping into liquid
• electrolyte labelled (as electrolyte or hydrochloric acid)
• power pack or batteries labelled and leads connected correctly to electrodes
• electrodes labelled anode and cathode / electrodes labelled positive electrode and negative electrode
• test tubes over electrodes (to collect gases)

6(b) 2 (NaCl) (1) 2

H2O (1)

6(c) carbon dioxide loses oxygen 1

Question Answer Marks

7(a)(i) idea of greater values for volume than mass lost / in method 2 mass of flask decreases only slightly / I method 2 idea of 1
small decreases in mass involved / in method 2 mass loss too small (to measure)

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7(a)(ii) carbon dioxide goes out of the flask / carbon dioxide escapes / gas escapes 1

7(b)(i) decreases (as time increases) 1

7(b)(ii) 60 s 1

7(b)(iii) line starts at 0, 0 and steeper gradient (1) 2

line levels out at 48 cm3 carbon dioxide and before the line already on the grid (1)

7(b)(iv) temperature: increases / gets faster (1) 2

concentration: decreases / gets slower (1)

Question Answer Marks

8(a)(i) 1st box down ticked (relatively soft metal) (1) 2

4th box down ticked (lower density) (1)

8(a)(ii) R: freezing (1) 2

S: boiling / evaporation (1)

8(b) copper < nickel < iron < beryllium 2

if 2 marks not scored one mark for one consecutive pair reversed / all reversed

8(c) one mark each for any four of: 4

• filter (off magnesium)
• warm (or heat or evaporate) filtrate to point of crystallisation / warm filtrate to form saturated solution / heat filtrate until
crystals start to form
• filter off crystals / pick out crystals
• wash crystals with cold water / wash crystals with (organic) solvent
• dry crystals with filter paper

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Question Answer Marks

8(d) manganate(VII) (1) 2

colourless (1)

8(e)(i) add water (1) 1

8(e)(ii) hydrated (1) 1

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CHEMISTRY 0620/32
Paper 3 Theory (Core) March 2019
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the March 2019 series for most Cambridge
IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level components.

This syllabus is regulated for use in England, Wales and Northern Ireland as a Cambridge International Level 1/Level 2 Certificate.

This document consists of 9 printed pages.

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Generic Marking Principles

These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

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Question Answer Marks

1(a)(i) C 1

1(a)(ii) B 1

1(a)(iii) E 1

1(a)(iv) B 1

1(a)(v) D 1

1(b) 4 electrons in outer shell (1) 2

2,8 in inner shell AND not more than 3 shells (1)

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) electrons: 92 (1) 2

neutrons: 143 (1)

2(a)(ii) energy production 1

2(b) atoms (1) 3

element (1)
neutrons (1)

2(c) 1 mark each for any two of: 2

• conducts electricity
• conducts heat
• malleable
• ductile
• shiny / lustrous

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Question Answer Marks

2(d) 3 (H2) (1) 3

⇌ (1)
2 (UH3) (1)

2(e) 308 (2) 2

if 2 marks not scored: 1 mark for (O = 2 × 16) = 32
OR F = (2 × 19) = 38

Question Answer Marks

3(a)(i) Br– / bromide 1

3(a)(ii) potassium bromide 1

3(a)(iii) 11 (mg) 1

3(a)(iv) e– 1

3(b) (acidified and add aqueous) barium chloride / barium nitrate forms white precipitate (2) 2

if 2 marks not scored: 1 mark for barium chloride / barium nitrate

3(c)(i) idea of solid turning (directly) to gas 1

3(c)(ii) 2 (H2SO4) (1) 2

3 (SO2) (1)

3(c)(iii) • add (organic) solvent to the mixture (and stir until all sulfur dissolves) (1) 4

• filter off the zinc / filter off the residue (1)

• let solvent evaporate from zinc / residue (1)

• evaporate the sulfur solution / evaporate the solvent from the solution / evaporate solvent from filtrate (1)

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3(d) SF6O 1

Question Answer Marks

4(a) zinc chloride 1

4(b)(i) 54 (cm3) 1

4(b)(ii) S on any portion of the graph above 2.0 min and below 3.8 min 1

4(b)(iii) steeper gradient starting at 0-0 (1) 2

ends up at same volume (70 cm3) (1)

4(b)(iv) decreases rate / goes slower (1) 2

increases rate / goes faster (1)

4(c) lighted splint (1) 2

pops / explodes (1)

4(d) all 5 in correct order (2) 2

strontium
magnesium
zinc
iron
mercury

if 2 marks not scored: 1 mark for 1 consecutive pair reversed / all reversed

4(e) 4.85 (g) 1

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Question Answer Marks

5(a) reaction with acid 5

1 mark for each of (max 3 marks)

• forms a salt (1)

• correctly named salt from correctly named acid (1)

• water formed (1)

• neutralisation reaction (1)

reaction with ammonium salt

1 mark for each of (max 3 marks)

• ammonia produced / NH3 produced (1)

• forms a (different) salt (1)

• correctly named salt from named ammonium salt (1)

• water formed (1)

• gas turns (damp) red litmus blue (1)

reaction with named indicator

(max 1 mark)

litmus turns blue

OR

methyl orange turns yellow

5(b) pH 10 1

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Question Answer Marks

5(c) 2nd box down ticked (potassium chloride) (1) 2

3rd box down ticked (sodium phosphate) (1)

5(d)(i) from car engines / lightning / high temperature furnaces 1

5(d)(ii) irritates eyes / nose / mouth / skin / lungs 1

5(d)(iii) carbon dioxide / methane 1

Question Answer Marks

6(a)(i) chromium is a reactive metal / chromium is high in the reactivity series / chromium is too reactive to be made by reduction with 1
carbon

6(a)(ii) positive electrode: oxygen (1) 2

negative electrode: chromium (1)

6(b)(i) chromium(III) oxide loses oxygen / it loses oxygen / oxidation number of chromium decreases 1

6(b)(ii) energy of reactants greater than energy of products 1

6(c) 1 mark each for any 2 of: 2

• high melting point / high boiling point for Cr or ORA for Na

• high density for Cr or ORA for Na
• forms coloured compounds for Cr or ORA for Na
• has more than one oxidation state / forms ions with different charges for Cr or ORA for Na
• forms complex ions for Cr or ORA for Na
• catalyst for Cr or ORA for Na
• hard for Cr or ORA for Na
• idea that Cr less reactive than Na ORA

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Question Answer Marks

6(d)(i) cathode (spoon) correctly labelled (1) 2

electrolyte correctly labelled (1)

6(d)(ii) spoon silvery in colour 1

6(d)(iii) more corrosion resistant / more attractive appearance 1

6(e) K 1

Question Answer Marks

7(a)(i) increases as number of carbon atoms increases / decreases as number of carbon atoms decreases 1

7(a)(ii) propane 1

7(a)(iii) liquid 1
AND
–50 °C is between the melting point and boiling point / –50 °C is above melting point and below boiling point (1)

7(b)(i) bonding pair of electrons between each C and H and no other electrons on hydrogen or outer shell of carbon 1

7(b)(ii) carbon dioxide (1) 2

water (1)

7(c) hydrocarbons (1) 3

chemical (1)
functional (1)

7(d) 3 correct (2) 2

1 or 2 correct (1)
bitumen → making roads
kerosene → fuel for aircraft
naphtha → making chemicals

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CHEMISTRY 0620/31
Paper 3 Theory (Core) May/June 2019
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the May/June 2019 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level and Cambridge Pre-U components, and
some Cambridge O Level components.

This syllabus is regulated for use in England, Wales and Northern Ireland as a Cambridge International Level 1/Level 2 Certificate.

This document consists of 10 printed pages.

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These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

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Question Answer Marks

1(a)(i) B / diamond (1) 2

D / nitrogen / N2 (1)

1(a)(ii) D / nitrogen / N2 1

1(a)(iii) C / lithium chloride / LiCl 1

1(a)(iv) C / lithium chloride / LiCl 1

1(a)(v) B / diamond 1

1(a)(vi) E / copper / Cu 1

1(b) substance in which all the atoms have the same proton number / substance containing (only) one type of atom 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a) hematite 1

2(b) 2 (C) (1) 2

O2 (1)

2(c) carbon gains oxygen (from Fe2O3) / oxygen (from Fe2O3) combines with carbon 1

2(d)(i) thermal decomposition 1

2(d)(ii) basic oxide (1) 2

calcium is a metal (oxide) (1)

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2(e) any three from: 3

• conduct electricity
• conduct heat
• malleable
• ductile
• shiny / lustrous

2(f) Fe2C9O9 1

Question Answer Marks

3(a)(i) 5.0% 1

3(a)(ii) oxygen 1

3(a)(iii) any two from: 2

• more hydrogen in Universe (or reverse argument)
• more helium in Universe (or reverse argument)
• more oxygen on Earth (or reverse argument)
• more magnesium on Earth (or reverse argument)
• more iron on Earth (or reverse argument)
• more silicon on Earth (or reverse argument)
• more sulfur on Earth (or reverse argument)

3(b) 2 electrons in inner shell AND 6 electrons in outer shell AND no additional shells of electrons 1

3(c)(i) has complete outer (electron) shell / has full outer (electron) shell / outer shell cannot gain or lose electron(s) 1

3(c)(ii) lamps / inert atmosphere (in metal extraction) 1

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4(a) solid: 4

particles touching / particles close together (1)

particles (only) vibrating / not moving from place to place (1)

gas:

particles far apart (1)

particles moving fast / particles moving randomly / particles moving in any direction (1)

4(b) increasing the pressure decreases the volume / decreasing the pressure increases the volume / the higher the volume, the lower 1
the pressure

4(c)(i) bromine (1) 2

potassium iodide (1)

4(c)(ii) chlorine more reactive than iodine / iodine less reactive than chlorine 1

4(d)(i) 2 (Na2S2O3) (1) 2

2 (NaI) (1)

4(d)(ii) the energy of the reactants is more than the energy of the products / the energy of the products is less than the energy of the 1
reactants / the reactants lose energy when they form products

4(e) add (acidified aqueous) silver nitrate (1) 2

yellow precipitate (1)

4(f) iodine / I2 1

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5(a)(i) methane 1

5(a)(ii) 1

5(a)(iii) with methane (aqueous) bromine remains orange (1) 2

with ethene (aqueous) bromine decolourised (1)

5(b)(i) polymerisation / addition 1

5(b)(ii) monomers 1

5(b)(iii) cannot be decomposed by organisms / cannot be broken down by bacteria / cannot be broken down by fungi 1

5(b)(iv) gets stuck in gullets of birds / gets stuck in gullets of animals / blocks drains 1

5(c) steam (1) 3

high temperature (1)

catalyst (1)

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6(a) any three from: 3

• heat copper oxide with sulfuric acid
• filter off (excess) copper oxide
• heat filtrate to point of crystallisation / heat (copper sulfate) solution to point of crystallisation
• dry between filter papers / dry in drying oven

6(b)(i) reversible reaction 1

6(b)(ii) heat / warm 1

6(c) 160 (2 marks) 2

if 2 marks not scored 1 mark for S = (1 × 32) = 32 OR O (= 4 × 16) = 64

6(d) electrons in S = 16 (1) 4

electrons in Cu2+ = 27 (1)

neutrons in S = 18 AND neutrons in Cu2+ = 34 (1)

protons in S = 16 (1)

6(e)(i) mixture of metal and other elements 1

6(e)(ii) (alloy) more resistant to wear / stronger / harder / more resistant to corrosion ORA for copper 1

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7(a) calcium chloride 1

7(b)(i) gas released / gas escapes / gas lost 1

7(b)(ii) 0.7 (g) 1

7(b)(iii) line steeper than original and starting from 0 and 200.0 g (1) 2

line ends up at same final mass AND levels off at or before 104 s (1)

7(b)(iv) 0.22 (g) 1

7(b)(v) large pieces → 0.005 1

small pieces → 0.030
powder → 0.100

Question Answer Marks

8(a)(i) burning fossil fuels / volcanoes / heating (sulfide) ores 1

8(a)(ii) substance which speeds up a reaction / substance which increases the rate of reaction 1

8(a)(iii) pH4 1

8(a)(iv) erodes buildings (made of carbonate rocks) / wears away buildings (made of carbonate rocks) / reacts with mortar / corrodes iron 1
work / corrodes metal

8(b) liquid (1) 2

–20 °C is between the melting and boiling point / –20 °C is above melting point but lower than boiling point (1)

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8(c) ammonium sulfate 1

8(d) tungsten < nickel < iron < magnesium (2) 2

if 2 marks not scored 1 mark for one consecutive pair reversed

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CHEMISTRY 0620/32
Paper 3 Theory (Core) May/June 2019
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the May/June 2019 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level and Cambridge Pre-U components, and
some Cambridge O Level components.

This syllabus is regulated for use in England, Wales and Northern Ireland as a Cambridge International Level 1/Level 2 Certificate.

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These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

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1(a)(i) A / methanol / CH3OH 1

1(a)(ii) D / calcium oxide / CaO 1

1(a)(iii) C / iron / Fe 1

1(a)(iv) B / sulfur dioxide / SO2 1

1(a)(v) D / calcium oxide / CaO 1

1(b) atoms of two or more (different) elements chemically combined / bonded 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) C + O2 → CO2 (2) 2

if two marks not scored: 1 mark for C + 2O → CO2

2(a)(ii) acidic oxide (1) 2

sulfur is a non-metal (oxide) (1)

2(b)(i) arrow under the ceramic boat 1

2(b)(ii) direct change from solid to gas (without any liquid state forming) 1

2(b)(iii) any two from: 2

• (hot iron(III) chloride is a) vapour / gas
• flask is cooler
• so iron(III) chloride goes from vapour to solid (where flask cooler)

2(b)(iv) idea of one substance forming two or more substances 1

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2(c) any two from: 2

• oxygen
• steam
• acid

2(d) (add aqueous) sodium hydroxide / (aqueous) ammonia (1) 2

green precipitate (1)

Question Answer Marks

3(a)(i) 0.2% 1

3(a)(ii) oxygen / O2 1

3(a)(iii) any two from: 2

• more aluminium in crust (or reverse argument)
• more calcium in crust (or reverse argument)
• more iron in crust (or reverse argument)
• more silicon in crust (or reverse argument)
• more sodium in crust (or reverse argument)
• more chlorine in oceans (or reverse argument)
• more hydrogen in oceans (or reverse argument)
• more oxygen in oceans (or reverse argument)

3(b)(i) bauxite 1

3(b)(ii) positive electrode: oxygen / O2 / O (1) 2

negative electrode: aluminium/ Al (1)

3(b)(iii) aluminium is too reactive / aluminium is very reactive / aluminium is high in the reactivity series 1

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4(a) liquid: 4

particles not arranged regularly / particles randomly arranged / irregular arrangement (1)

particles sliding over each other / particles moving randomly (1)

gas:

particles not arranged regularly / particles arranged irregularly/ particles randomly arranged (1)

particles moving fast / particles moving randomly / particles moving in any direction (1)

4(b) increasing the temperature increases the volume / volume proportional to temperature 1

4(c)(i) chlorine (1) 2

potassium bromide (1)

4(c)(ii) chlorine more reactive than bromine / bromine less reactive than chlorine 1

4(d)(i) Br2 on left (1) 2

2 (HBr) (1)

4(d)(ii) the energy of the reactants is more than the energy of the products / energy of the products is less than the energy of the 1
reactants / the reactants lose energy when they form products

4(e) (add nitric acid and aqueous) silver nitrate (1) 2

cream precipitate (1)

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5(a) 1

5(b) butane 1

5(c)(i) larger 2
smaller (1 mark if both correct)

molecules (1)

5(c)(ii) high temperature (1) 2

catalyst / silicon dioxide / aluminium oxide / zeolites (1)

5(d) third box from left ticked 1

5(e)(i) any suitable use e.g. clothing / fishing lines / ropes/nets 1

5(e)(ii) 4 1

5(f)(i) carbon-carbon double bond / C=C bond 1

5(f)(ii) aqueous bromine / bromine water / bromine (1) 2

decolourised / turns colourless (1)

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6(a) any three from: 3

• heat cobalt carbonate with sulfuric acid
• filter off (excess) cobalt carbonate
• heat filtrate to point of crystallisation / heat (cobalt sulfate) solution to point of crystallisation
• dry between filter papers / dry in drying oven

6(b) 155 (2) 2

if 2 marks not scored 1 mark for Co = (1 × 59) = 59 OR O (= 4 × 16) = 64

6(c) electrons in O = 8 (1) 4

electrons in Co2+ = 25 (1)

neutrons in O = 9 AND neutrons in Co2+ = 32 (1)

protons in O = 8 (1)

6(d) blue (1) 2

to pink (1)

6(e)(i) D 1

6(e)(ii) 3rd box down ticked / stainless steel 1

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7(a) magnesium chloride 1

7(b)(i) decreases as reaction proceeds (1) 2

gradient of graph decreases as time increases / gradient of graph is steep at first and less steep later (1)

7(b)(ii) 34 s 1

7(b)(iii) line steeper than original and starting from 0 (1) 2

line ends up at same final volume AND levels off at or before 100 s (1)

7(b)(iv) 9.6 (g) 1

Question Answer Marks

8(a)(i) high temperature furnaces / car engines / lightning 1

8(a)(ii) breathing difficulties / lung damage / irritation of nose (or eyes or mouth) / breathing problems 1

8(a)(iii) substance which speeds up a reaction / substance which increases the rate of reaction. 1

8(a)(iv) pH1 1

8(b) increase plant growth / make plants grow faster 1

8(c) lead < tin < manganese < calcium 2

if 2 marks not scored allow 1 mark for 1 consecutive pair reversed

8(d) gas 1

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CHEMISTRY 0620/33
Paper 3 Theory (Core) May/June 2019
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the May/June 2019 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level and Cambridge Pre-U components, and
some Cambridge O Level components.

This syllabus is regulated for use in England, Wales and Northern Ireland as a Cambridge International Level 1/Level 2 Certificate.

This document consists of 9 printed pages.

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specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

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1(a)(i) A / CH4 / methane(1) 2

B / NaCl / sodium chloride (1)

1(a)(ii) E / Ar / argon 1

1(a)(iii) D / Zn / zinc 1

1(a)(iv) A / CH4 / methane 1

1(a)(v) B / NaCl / sodium chloride 1

1(a)(vi) A / CH4 / methane 1

1(b) any two from: 2

• components / parts / substances in it can be separated (by physical means)
• chemical properties of components / parts / substances do not change (when mixed)
• variable composition / substances present can be mixed in different quantities

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) hematite 1

2(a)(ii) iron oxide loses oxygen / oxygen transferred from iron oxide to carbon / carbon takes oxygen away from iron oxide 1

2(a)(iii) energy (level) of the products is greater than the energy of the reactants 1

2(a)(iv) iron is (relatively) low in the reactivity series 1

2(b) any three from: 3

• high melting point / high boiling point
• high density
• forms coloured compounds
• forms ions with different charges / forms ions with variable valency / form ions with different oxidation numbers
• forms complex ions
• can be used as a catalyst

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2(c)(i) 2 (Fe) (1) 2

3 (Cl2)

2(c)(ii) reversible reaction 1

2(d) (FeC6N6)4– / (Fe(CN)6)4– 1

Question Answer Marks

3(a)(i) 0.7 (%) 1

3(a)(ii) sodium 1

3(a)(iii) any two differences e.g.: 2

• more chlorine / hydrogen / magnesium / oxygen / sodium in oceans than in biosphere ORA
• less carbon / silicon / calcium in oceans ORA

3(b)(i) carbon dioxide 1

3(b)(ii) anhydrous copper(II) sulfate / white copper(II) sulfate (1) 2

turns blue (1)

OR

anhydrous cobalt(II) chloride / blue cobalt(II) chloride (1)

turns pink / red (1)

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4(a) solid: 4

particles arranged regularly / particles ordered / lattice (1)

particles (only) vibrating (1)

gas:

particles arranged irregularly / particles randomly arranged (1)

particles moving fast / particles moving randomly / particles moving in any direction (1)

4(b) pressure increases as temperature increases / pressure is proportional to temperature 1

4(c)(i) chlorine (1) 2

sodium iodide (1)

4(c)(ii) chlorine is more reactive than bromine / bromine is less reactive than chlorine 1

4(d) 10 (C) (1) 2

16 (HCl)

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5(a)(i) circle around COOH group only 1

5(a)(ii) 3 1

5(b)(i) solid (1) 2

100 ºC is lower than the melting point / the melting point is higher than 100 ºC (1)

5(b)(ii) last box ticked 1

5(c) any two chemical properties of acids e.g.: 2

• reacts with alkalis / named alkali
• reacts with metals / named metal
• reacts with (reactive) metal oxides / named metal oxide
• reacts with metal carbonates / named metal carbonate
• turns blue litmus red / turns methyl orange red / turns universal indicator yellow / orange / red

5(d)(i) water / H2O 1

5(d)(ii) speeds up reaction / increases the rate of reaction 1

5(d)(iii) 1

5(e)(i) poly(ethene) / polyethene 1

5(e)(ii) clothing 1

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6(a) any three from: 3

• heat zinc with sulfuric acid
• filter off (excess) zinc
• heat filtrate to point of crystallisation / heat (zinc sulfate) solution to point of crystallisation
• dry between filter papers / dry in drying oven

6(b)(i) 2nd box down ticked (decomposition) 1

6(b)(ii) 31.7 (g) 1

6(c) 161 (2) 2

if 2 marks not scored 1 mark for O = (4 × 16) = 64 OR 1 mark for S = (1 × 32) = 32

6(d) electrons in S = 16 (1) 4

electrons in Zn2+ = 28 (1)

neutrons in S =20 AND neutrons in Zn2+ = 37 (1)

protons in S = 16 (1)

6(e) mixture of metal with other element(s) 1

Question Answer Marks

7(a) magnesium nitrate 1

7(b)(i) any value between and including 92–102 s 1

7(b)(ii) 34 (cm3) 1

7(b)(iii) line steeper than original and starting from 0 (1) 2

line ends up at same final volume AND levels off at or before 90 s (1)

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7(b)(iv) increases rate / goes faster 1

7(b)(v) decreases rate / goes slower 1

7(c) aluminium (1) 3

ammonia (1)

red AND blue (in correct spaces) (1)

Question Answer Marks

8(a)(i) (combustion of) leaded petrol 1

8(a)(ii) brain damage (in children) / damage to nervous system 1

8(b) bismuth < lead < zinc < chromium (2) 2

if 2 marks not scored allow 1 mark for 1 consecutive pair reversed

8(c) layers can slide (over each other) 1

8(d) carbon monoxide 1

8(e) pH6 1

8(f)(i) methane 1

8(f)(ii) global warming / more extreme weather / ice caps melting / sea level rising / glaciers melting / corals die / sea acidified 1

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CHEMISTRY 0620/31
Paper 3 Theory (Core) October/November 2019
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the October/November 2019 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level
components.

This syllabus is regulated for use in England, Wales and Northern Ireland as a Cambridge International Level 1/Level 2 Certificate.

This document consists of 10 printed pages.

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These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

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1(a)(i) (anhydrous) cobalt chloride 1

1(a)(ii) graphite 1

1(a)(iii) calcium oxide 1

1(a)(iv) aluminium 1

1(a)(v) ceramic 1

1(b)(i) A: melting (1) 2

B: condensing / condensation (1)

1(b)(ii) solid: 4
particles arranged regularly / particles ordered (1)

particles touching / particles close together (1)

liquid:
particles arranged irregularly / particles randomly arranged (1)

particles close together / particles touching (1)

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2(a) 6.0 / 6 (%) 1

2(b)(i) 2 (O2) (1) 2

2 (H2O) (1)

2(b)(ii) propane 1

2(b)(iii) 3 correct (2) 2

1 or 2 correct (1)

fuel oil → fuel for ships

bitumen → making roads
naphtha → making chemicals

2(c)(i) two (hydrogen) atoms with pair of electrons between and no other electrons 1

2(c)(ii) fuel 1

2(d)(i) circle around the COOH group only 1

2(d)(ii) 5 1

2(e) glucose / sugar (1) 4

yeast (1)

AND

1 mark each for any two of:

• oxygen absent / anaerobic
• room temperature / stated temperature between 5 °C and 40 °C (inclusive)
• pH near neutral
• presence of water / aqueous solution
• purify by distillation

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3(a) measuring volume of carbon dioxide (1) 3

use of gas measuring apparatus e.g. syringe / inverted measuring cylinder full of water (1)

(measure gas volume) at time intervals (1)

3(b) 31.25 (g) 1

3(c) decreases (rate) / slower (rate) (1) 2

increases (rate) faster (rate) (1)

3(d) (thermal) decomposition of carbonates (1) 2

respiration (1)

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4(a)(i) protons: 11 (1) 3

electrons: 11 (1)

neutrons: 12 (1)

4(a)(ii) treating cancer / thyroid function / tracer for diagnosis 1

4(b)(i) electron in outer shell (1) 2

electrons in first shell AND eight electrons in the second shell (1)

4(b)(ii) electron 1

4(c)(i) sodium hydroxide (1) 2

hydrogen (1)

4(c)(ii) heat given out / heat evolved 1

4(c)(iii) basic (no mark alone) 1

AND
sodium is a metal (1)

4(d) manganese < uranium < lanthanum < calcium (2) 2

if 2 marks not scored allow 1 mark for 1 consecutive pair reversed

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5(a)(i) density of chlorine: any value between 1 g / cm3 and 3 g / cm3 inclusive (1) 2

boiling point of iodine: any value between 115 °C and 320 °C inclusive (1)

5(a)(ii) increases (down the group) 1

5(a)(iii) liquid (1) 2

50 °C is between the melting point and boiling point / 50 °C is higher than the melting point but lower than the boiling point
(1)

5(b) potassium iodide (1) 2

potassium bromide (1)

5(c)(i) fluorine more reactive than chlorine ORA 1

5(c)(ii) 2 (NH3) (1) 2

3 (F2) (1)

5(c)(iii) 217 (2) 2

if 2 marks not scored 1 mark for F = 2 × 19 OR 38 (1)

5(c)(iv) removal of oxygen / addition of hydrogen / gain of electrons / decrease in oxidation number 1

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6(a)(i) neutralisation 1

6(a)(ii) 1 mark each for any three of: 3

• evaporation / molecules escape from surface of the liquids
• diffusion
• molecules in (constant) movement / molecules collide
• (movement of) molecules is random / in every direction
• molecules spread out / molecules mix
• (molecules spread) from higher concentration to lower
• concentration
• molecules react (when they collide)

6(b) nitrogen (1) 3

phosphorus (1)

potassium (1)

6(c) 1 mark each for any three of: 3

white precipitate (1) (precipitate) does not dissolve / (precipitate) insoluble / white
precipitate remains (1)

white precipitate (1) (precipitate) dissolves / (precipitate) soluble (in excess) / colourless
solution (1)

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7(a)(i) graphite (1) 2

conducts electricity / inert (1)

7(a)(ii) positive electrode: chlorine (1) 2

negative electrode: magnesium (1)

7(b) (C), A, F, D, B, E (2) 2

if 2 marks not scored 1 mark for 1 consecutive pair reversed

7(c) 1 mark each for any two of: 2

• high density ORA for Mg
• forms coloured compounds ORA for Mg
• forms ions with different charges / has variable oxidation number ORA for Mg
• forms complex ions ORA for Mg
• copper is catalyst ORA for Mg
• reference to difference in chemical properties e.g. magnesium reacts with dilute acid / copper does not react with dilute
acid

7(d)(i) R 1

7(d)(ii) T 1

7(d)(iii) R 1

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MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the October/November 2019 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level
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This syllabus is regulated for use in England, Wales and Northern Ireland as a Cambridge International Level 1/Level 2 Certificate.

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These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond
the scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range
may be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

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1(a)(i) octane 1

1(a)(ii) (aqueous) potassium manganate (VII) 1

1(a)(iii) hydrochloric acid 1

1(a)(iv) water 1

1(a)(v) ethanol 1

1(b)(i) A: freezing (1) 2

B: condensing / condensation (1)

1(b)(ii) liquid: 4
particles sliding over each other / particles moving slower than in gas (1)

particles close together / particles touching (1)

gas:
particles moving rapidly / particles moving randomly (1)

particles far apart (1)

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2(a) 26.7 (%) 1

2(b)(i) 4 (H2) (1) 2

2 (H2O) (1)

2(b)(ii) (group of organic compounds) with similar chemical properties (1) 2

(due to) same functional group (1)

2(b)(iii) 1 pair of bonding electrons between each H and the C atom (1) 2

no additional outer shell electrons on the H or C atoms (1)

2(c) helium is inert / helium is unreactive / hydrogen is flammable / hydrogen is explosive 1

2(d)(i) circle around one or both the C=C groups 1

2(d)(ii) 4 1

2(e) 1 mark each for any four of: 4

• (flask attached to) condenser
• (fractionating) column
• heat the flask / heat the mixture
• idea of different boiling points (of materials in flask)
• ethanol evaporates
• different compounds reach the condenser at different times / ethanol collects first in (collection) flask
• ethanol turns to liquid (in condenser)
• solids / plant material remain in flask

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3(a)(i) 22 s 1

3(a)(ii) P (1) 2

the gradient / slope of the graph is steep(est) (1)

3(a)(iii) 0.9 (g) 1

3(a)(iv) (increasing temperature) increases / faster (1) 2

(larger pieces of carbonate) decreases / slower (1)

3(b)(i) heat / high temperature (1) 2

break down a substance (into two or more substances) (1)

3(b)(ii) manufacture of iron / manufacture of steel / manufacture of cement / neutralising acidic soils or lakes 1

3(b)(iii) neutralisation 1

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4(a)(i) protons: 20 (1) 3

electrons: 20 (1)

neutrons: 24 (1)

4(a)(ii) any suitable uses e.g. measuring thickness of paper / testing for leaks in pipes / energy production 1

4(b) 2 electrons in outer shell (1) 2

inner shells 2, 8, 8 (1)

4(c) copper < iron < samarium < sodium (2) 2

if 2 marks not scored allow 1 mark for 1 consecutive pair reversed

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5(a)(i) boiling point of chlorine: any value between –180 °C and + 50 °C (inclusive) (1) 2
density of iodine: any value between 3.2 g / cm3 and 10.0 g / cm3 (inclusive) (1)

5(a)(ii) increases (down the group) 1

5(a)(iii) solid 1

5(a)(iv) 3rd box down ticked (light yellow) 1

5(b)(i) potassium iodide (on left) (1) 2

potassium chloride (on right) (1)

5(b)(ii) fluorine is more reactive than chlorine / chlorine less reactive than fluorine 1

5(b)(iii) water purification / swimming pools 1

5(c)(i) (hydrochloric acid contains) chloride (ions) / it contains a chloride / you would get a white precipitate 1

5(c)(ii) chloride: white (precipitate) (1) 3

iodide: yellow (precipitate) (1)

precipitate (formed) for both chloride and iodide (1)

5(d) 147 (2) 2

If 2 marks not scored: 1 mark for 4 × 1 OR 4 (for H) OR 2 × 35.5 OR 71 for Cl

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6(a)(i)i pH 9 1

6(a)(ii) 1 mark each for any three of: 3

• evaporation / molecules escape from surface of ammonia
• diffusion
• molecules in (constant) movement / molecules collide
• (movement of) molecules is random / in every direction
• molecules spread out / molecules mix
• (molecules spread) from higher concentration to lower concentration
• (smell occurs when) molecules hit (the sensory cells in) the nose

6(b)(i) 4 (NO) 1

6(b)(ii) heat released / heat given out 1

6(b)(iii) oxygen added (to NO) 1

6(b)(iv) acidic oxide (no mark alone) 1

AND
nitrogen is a non-metal

6(c) irritates eyes / nose / mouth / skin / airways / lungs 1

6(d) ammonium nitrate 1

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7(a)(i) positive electrode: chlorine / Cl2 (1) 2

negative electrode: hydrogen / H2 (1)

7(a)(ii) bubbles (of gas) 1

7(b) (hydrochloric acid + zinc) → zinc chloride (1) + hydrogen (1) 2

7(c) (B), A, E, C, D, F (2) 2

If 2 marks not scored: 1 mark for 1 consecutive pair reversed

7(d)(i) 1 mark each for any three of: 3

• conducts electricity / conducts heat
• malleable
• ductile
• shiny / lustrous

7(d)(ii) (alloy is) harder / more durable / more resistant to wear ORA for copper (1) 2

(alloy is) stronger ORA for copper

(alloy is) more resistant to corrosion ORA for copper (1)

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CHEMISTRY 0620/33
Paper 3 Theory (Core) October/November 2019
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the October/November 2019 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level
components.

This syllabus is regulated for use in England, Wales and Northern Ireland as a Cambridge International Level 1/Level 2 Certificate.

This document consists of 10 printed pages.

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These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the specific
content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these marking
principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the question
as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may be
limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or grade
descriptors in mind.

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1(a)(i) carbon monoxide 1

1(a)(ii) propene 1

1(a)(iii) carbon dioxide 1

1(a)(iv) chlorine 1

1(a)(v) sulfur dioxide 1

1(b)(i) goes from solid to gas (1) 2

directly / without liquid (being formed) (1)

1(b)(ii) solid: 4
particles (only) vibrating (1)
particles close together / particles touching (1)

gas:
particles moving rapidly / particles moving randomly (1)
particles far apart (1)

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2(a)(i) 1.5 (%) 1

2(a)(ii) 1 pair of electrons between each O and H (1) 2

4 non-bonding electrons on oxygen and none on the hydrogens (1)

2(a)(iii) anhydrous copper(II) sulfate turns blue (2) 2

IF: 2 marks not scored 1 mark for anhydrous copper sulfate or copper sulfate turns blue
OR
anhydrous cobalt(II) chloride turns pink / red (2)
IF: 2 marks not scored 1 mark for anhydrous cobalt chloride or cobalt chloride turns pink

2(b)(i) 2 (CH4) (1) 2

4 (H2) (1)

2(b)(ii) butane 1

2(c)(i) 3 correct (2) 2

1 or 2 correct (1)

gasoline → fuel for cars

lubricating fraction → making polishes
bitumen → making roads

2(c)(ii) (property on which fractional distillation) depends is the boiling point (1) 3
AND
1 mark each for any two of:
• idea of (fractional distillation) column
• petroleum heated / petroleum vaporised
• petroleum vapour enters at bottom of fractionating column
• temperatures high at bottom of column and low at the top
• different fractions / compounds move different distances
• vapour turns to liquid in condenser / vapour turns to liquid when it reaches a certain height

2(d)(i) circle round the COOH group 1

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2(d)(ii) 5 1

Question Answer Marks

3(a) 179.3 (g) 1

3(b) A (1) 2
the gradient / slope is the steep(est) (1)

3(c) 360 (cm3) 1

3(d) decreases rate / reaction slower (1) 2

increases rate / reaction faster (1)

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4(a) protons: 16 (1) 3

electrons: 16 (1)
neutrons: 17 (1)

4(b) 6 electrons in outer shell (1) 2

2, 8 electrons in inner shells (1)

4(c) gold < copper < tin < sodium (2) 2

if 2 marks not scored: 1 mark for 1 consecutive pair reversed

4(d) underground / named geographical source, e.g. Poland / Louisiana / Sicily 1

4(e)(i) food preservative / manufacture of wood pulp 1

4(e)(ii) magnesium sulfate (1) 2

hydrogen (1)

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5(a)(i) melting point of lithium: values between 110 ºC and 210 ºC (inclusive) (1) 2
atomic radius of potassium: values between 190 pm and 240 pm (inclusive) (1)

5(a)(ii) decreases (down the group) 1

5(a)(iii) there is no trend in thermal conductivity (of the other elements down the group) 1

5(a)(iv) liquid (1) 2

45 ºC is between the melting points and boiling point / 45 ºC is above the melting point and below the boiling point (1)

5(b)(i) 4 (Li) (1) 2

2 (Li2O) (1)

5(b)(ii) basic (oxide) 1

AND
Li is a metal

5(b)(iii) electron 1

5(b)(iv) 36 2
if 2 marks not scored: 1 mark for C = 2 × 12 OR 24

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6(a) sodium carbonate + calcium hydroxide → sodium hydroxide + calcium carbonate 2

if 2 marks not scored 1 mark for a correct name of one of the carbonates or calcium hydroxide

6(b) 1 mark each for any three of: 3

aqueous ions small aqueous

tested volume of sodium
aqueous hydroxide in
sodium excess
hydroxide

chromium(III), green ppt (ppt)

Cr3+ (1) soluble / (ppt)
dissolves (1)

iron(II), Fe2+ green ppt (ppt) insoluble

(1) (1)

6(c) 1 mark each for any three of: 3

• evaporation / molecules escape from aqueous ammonia
• diffusion
• molecules in (constant) movement / molecules collide
• (movement of) molecules is random / in every direction
• molecules spread out / molecules mix
• (molecules spread) from higher concentration to lower concentration
• (ammonia) molecules react with litmus

6(d)(i) speeds up rate of reaction / makes reaction faster 1

6(d)(ii) any suitable source, e.g. from car engines / lightning / high temperature furnaces 1

6(d)(iii) irritates eyes / nose / mouth / skin / airways / lungs 1

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6(e) 2nd box down ticked (potassium phosphate) 1

6(f) endothermic 1

Question Answer Marks

7(a) positive electrode: oxygen / O2 (1) 2

negative electrode: aluminium / Al (1)

7(b) strong (1) 3

density (1)
corrosion (1)

7(c) (D), F, A, C, E, B (2) 2

if 2 marks not scored: 1 mark for 1 consecutive pair of letters reversed

Question Answer Marks

8(a)(i) U 1

8(a)(ii) T 1

8(a)(iii) T 1

8(b)(i) loss of oxygen / decrease in oxidation number / gain of electrons / addition of hydrogen 1

8(b)(ii) oxidation 1

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Paper 3 Theory (Core) March 2018
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the March 2018 series for most
®
Cambridge IGCSE , Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level
components.

® IGCSE is a registered trademark.

This syllabus is approved for use in England, Wales and Northern Ireland as a Cambridge International Level 1/Level 2 Certificate.

This document consists of 9 printed pages.

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specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

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1(a)(i) E / oxygen / O2 1

1(a)(ii) A / sodium bromide / NaBr 1

1(a)(iii) E / oxygen / O2 1

1(a)(iv) C / carbon dioxide / CO2 1

1(a)(v) A / sodium bromide / NaBr 1

1(b) protons: 8 1

neutrons: 9 1

electrons: 8 1

1(c) glowing splint 1

relights 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) 25 (mg) 1

2(a)(ii) potassium / K+ 1

2(a)(iii) magnesium sulfate 1

2(a)(iv) add nitric acid 1

add (aqueous) silver nitrate and white precipitate 2

(1 mark if silver nitrate alone)

2(b)(i) circle around COOH group 1

2(b)(ii) C3H6O3 1
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2(c)(i) removal of oxygen (from a compound) 1

2(c)(ii) 46 2
If 2 marks not obtained: 1 mark for 1 row all correct e.g.
hydrogen 6 × 1 = 6
oxygen 1 × 16 = 16

Question Answer Marks

3(a) one mark each for any 3 of: max 3

• (iodine) particles go from solid to solution

• diffusion
• particles move / particles collide
• random (movement of) particles / particles (move) anywhere / particles (move) in all directions
• spreading out of particles / intermingling of particles / mixing of particles
• (bulk) movement (of particles) from higher to lower concentration

3(b)(i) density of fluorine: ALLOW: values lower than 1.56 (but not 0 or negative numbers) 1

melting point of chlorine: ALLOW values between –220 and –7 ºC (excluding these two values) 1

3(b)(ii) lighter because the trend of colour down (the Group) is towards dark(er) colours / lighter because the trend of colour up (the 1
Group) is towards light(er) colours

3(b)(iii) liquid 1

40 ºC is between the melting and boiling points / 1

40 ºC is between –7 ºC and 59 ºC /
40 ºC is higher than the melting point AND lower than the boiling point

3(c) Br2 1

2 (KBr) 1

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4(a) 1st and 3rd boxes down ticked (1 mark each) 2

4(b) alkane(s) 1

4(c) compound of carbon and hydrogen only / compound of hydrogen and carbon with no other elements 2

If 2 marks not scored: 1 mark for :

contains carbon and hydrogen only / compound of hydrogen and carbon

4(d) structure of ethane correct with all atoms and all bonds 1
H H
ǀ ǀ
H–C–C–H
ǀ ǀ
H H

4(e)(i) one mark each for any two of: max 2

• high temperature
• catalyst
• high pressure

4(e)(ii) C11H24 1

4(f) steam 1

4(g) monomers 1

addition 1

Question Answer Marks

5(a)(i) magnesium floats (on the molten magnesium chloride) 1

5(a)(ii) chlorine 1

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5(a)(iii) to stop the magnesium oxidising / to stop the magnesium reacting with the air / to stop it oxidising / to stop it reacting with the 1
air

5(a)(iv) argon / krypton / xenon 1

5(b)(i) aluminium 1

has the lowest density / has a low density 1

5(b)(ii) aluminium 1

has the best (electrical) conductivity 1

5(b)(iii) cobalt AND nickel 1

5(c) one mark each for any two of: max 2

• high melting points / high boiling points

• high density
• hard / strong
• compounds are coloured
• form ions with different oxidation states
• act as catalysts

5(d)(i) mixture of metals / mixture of metal and non-metal / mixture of a metal with another element(1) 1

5(d)(ii) alloy is stronger (than pure metal) / alloy is more resistant to corrosion (than pure metal) / alloy is harder 1

Question Answer Marks

6(a)(i) methane 1

6(a)(ii) speeds up the reaction / increases the rate of reaction 1

6(b)(i) sulfuric acid 1

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6(b)(ii) (chemical) erosion (of buildings) / pitting (of buildings) / corrosion (of metalwork) / weathering 1

6(b)(iii) sulfur dioxide gains oxygen / it gains oxygen 1

Question Answer Marks

7(a) one mark each for any 5 points max 5

maximum 2 marks for each of the reactions (with calcium oxide, magnesium, indicator)

with calcium oxide:

• forms calcium chloride
• forms water
• neutralises (calcium oxide)
• reaction is exothermic / (reaction mixture) gets hot

with magnesium
• forms magnesium chloride
• forms hydrogen
• reaction is exothermic / (reaction mixture) gets hot

• bubbles / effervesce / fizzes (seen in one of the above reactions)

• calcium oxide / magnesium disappears (or gets smaller)
(seen in one of the above reactions)

with indicator
• named acid-base indicator
• correct colour of indicator in acidic solution

7(b)(i) neutralisation 1

7(b)(ii) pH 13 1

7(b)(iii) ammonia 1

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7(b)(iv) 4th box down ticked 1

7(b)(v) so they do not harm you / no side effects 1

Question Answer Marks

8(a)(i) decreases (rate) / slower (rate) 1

8(a)(ii) decreases (rate) / slower (rate) 1

8(a)(iii) increases (rate) / faster (rate) 1

8(b)(i) hematite 1

8(b)(ii) one mark each for any 3 of: max 3

• add (hydrochloric) acid

• test gas given off with limewater
• turns milky / cloudy / white precipitate
(this mark dependent on limewater)
• carbon dioxide produced

8(c) bismuth < tin < iron < titanium 2

1 mark if all reversed / one consecutive pair reversed

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MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the May/June 2018 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level and Cambridge Pre-U components, and
some Cambridge O Level components.

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specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

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1(a)(i) ammonia / NH3 1

1(a)(ii) sulfur dioxide / SO2 1

1(a)(iii) methane / CH4 1

1(a)(iv) carbon dioxide / CO2 1

1(a)(v) argon / Ar 1

1(b)(i) helium is inert / it is inert / helium is unreactive / hydrogen is flammable 1

1(b)(ii) (old) light bulbs / welding / to protect reactive metals from oxidation / lasers 1

1(c) (substance containing) two (or more) types of atom bonded / two (or more) types of atom joined / two (or more) types of 1
atoms chemically combined

1(d) pair of bonding electrons between each N and H 1

two unpaired electrons on N AND no extra electrons on the H 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) 15.5(%) 1

2(a)(ii) hydrogen / H2 1

2(a)(iii) nitrogen AND oxygen 1

2(a)(iv) NO2 1

2(a)(v) the air / the atmosphere 1

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2(b)(i) compound of carbon and hydrogen only / compound of hydrogen and carbon with no other elements 2

IF 2 marks not scored:

1 mark for it contains carbon and hydrogen only / compound of hydrogen and carbon / molecules containing carbon and
hydrogen

2(b)(ii) poisonous / toxic 1

2(b)(iii) 5 (CO2) 1

6 (H2O) 1

Question Answer Marks

3(a)(i) One mark each for any 3 of: 3

• (limonene) particles go from liquid to vapour

• diffusion

• random movement of particles / particles move anywhere / particles move in all directions

• spreading out of particles / intermingling of particles / mixing of particles / particles collide / particles bounce off each
other / particles go all over

• (bulk) movement of particles from higher to lower concentration / movement of particles down concentration gradient

3(a)(ii) solid 1

– 80 ºC is below the melting point / it is below the melting point / it has not yet reached its melting point / melts above – 80 ºC 1

3(b)(i) (substance which) speeds up a reaction / substance which increases the rate of reaction 1

3(b)(ii) addition of oxygen (to a substance) / loss of electrons / increase in oxidation number 1

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3(c)(i) C=C bond 1

3(c)(ii) orange / red-brown / brown 1

to colourless 1

Question Answer Marks

4(a) nickel<iron<chromium<magnesium 2

IF 2 marks not scored:

1 mark if all reversed / one consecutive pair reversed

4(b) One mark each for any 3 of: 3

• iron has high melting point / boiling point / ORA for K

• iron has high density / ORA for K

• iron has catalytic activity / ORA for K

• iron forms coloured compounds / ORA for K

• iron compounds have variable oxidation states / form ions with different charges / ORA for K

• iron is hard / potassium is soft / iron is strong / potassium is weak

• one suitable difference in chemical properties e.g. iron is less reactive than potassium ORA / potassium reacts with
cold water / iron does not react with cold water / iron rusts / potassium does not rust

• iron is magnetic / ORA for K

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4(c) 3 (Fe) 1

2 (O2) 1

4(d) it loses oxygen / oxygen is removed from the iron oxide / hydrogen gains the oxygen from the iron oxide 1

4(e)(i) add (aqueous) sodium hydroxide / (aqueous) ammonia AND

green precipitate (2) 2

IF 2 marks not scored:

1 mark for add (aqueous) sodium hydroxide / (aqueous) ammonia

4(e)(ii) Fe2Cl 6 1

4(f) B / boiled water 1

AND
because no air / no oxygen

C / with calcium chloride 1

AND
because no water

Question Answer Marks

5(a) breakdown 1

compound 1

molten 1

electricity 1

5(b) + electrode labelled anode and – electrode labelled cathode 1

liquid labelled electrolyte 1

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5(c) graphite / it conducts electricity 1

5(d) negative electrode: zinc / Zn 1

positive electrode: iodine / I2 1

5(e) iodine 1

chlorine is more reactive than iodine ORA 1

Question Answer Marks

6(a) One mark each for any 5 of: 5

• protons in the nucleus / centre (of the atom)

• neutrons in the nucleus / centre (of the atom)

• electrons outside the nucleus / electrons surrounding the nucleus / electrons orbiting the nucleus

• 9 protons

• 9 electrons

• 10 neutrons

6(b) element 1

atomic 1

nucleons 1

6(c) any suitable e.g. treating cancer / checking thyroid function / tracer (in the body) 1

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6(d) 235 1
U
92

Question Answer Marks

7(a)(i) atomic radius of Rb: any value between 228 and 264 (inclusive of these values) 1

relative thermal conductivity of K: any value between 3.8 and 1.7 (inclusive of these values) 1

7(a)(ii) decreases down (the Group) / increases up (the Group) / decreases from sodium to caesium ORA 1

7(a)(iii) bursts into flame / extremely rapid bubbling / explodes 1

7(b) second box down ticked (a sodium atom loses an electron) 1

7(c) basic oxide because metallic oxides are basic 1

7(d) 76 2

IF 2 marks not scored:

1 mark for (C =) 12, (H =) 1 (Na =) 23

7(e) sodium sulfate 1

water 1

Question Answer Marks

8(a) the reaction is complete / the reaction has finished 1

8(b) any value between and including 37 (cm3) to 38 (cm3) 1

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8(c) line starts from 0 cm3 AND initial gradient less steep 1

final volume levels off between 24–30 cm3 1

OR
line below 27 cm3 AND gradient becoming less steep at a later point

8(d) zinc chloride 1

8(e) pH 1 1

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Paper 3 Theory (Core) May/June 2018
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the May/June 2018 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level and Cambridge Pre-U components, and
some Cambridge O Level components.

IGCSE™ is a registered trademark.

This syllabus is approved for use in England, Wales and Northern Ireland as a Cambridge International Level 1/Level 2 Certificate.

This document consists of 10 printed pages.

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specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

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1(a)(i) chlorine / Cl 2 1

1(a)(ii) ammonia / NH3 1

1(a)(iii) neon / Ne 1

1(a)(iv) carbon monoxide / CO 1

1(a)(v) ethene / C2H4 1

1(b)(i) (molecules) made up of two atoms 1

1(b)(ii) shared pair of electrons (between two atoms) 1

1(c) bonding pair of electrons 1

6 non-bonded electrons in each Cl atom 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) 72 (%) 1

2(a)(ii) hydrogen / H2 1

2(b)(i) breathing difficulties / irritates nose / irritates eyes / asthma attacks 1

2(b)(ii) 2 (NO2) 1

2 (NaOH) 1

2(b)(iii) sodium nitrate 1

2(c)(i) compound with no double C=C bonds / only contains single bonds. 1

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2(c)(ii) compound of carbon and hydrogen only / compound of hydrogen and carbon with no other elements 2

IF 2 marks not scored:

1 mark for carbon and hydrogen only / compound of hydrogen and carbon

2(d) 98.5 (%) 1

Question Answer Marks

3(a)(i) 5 1

3(a)(ii) ring around the OH group 1

3(a)(iii) (substance which) speeds up a reaction / increases the rate of reaction 1

3(a)(iv) idea of very long chains of repeating units / idea of lots of monomers joined together 1

3(b)(i) any typical property of an acid e.g. reacts with sodium hydroxide / reacts with hydroxides / reacts with carbonates / reacts 1
with metals / has pH below 7 / colourless / turns litmus red

3(b)(ii) structure of ethanoic acid correct 1

3(c)(i) solid 1

–120 °C is below the melting point / it is below the melting point / it has not yet reached its melting point / melts above 1
–120 °C

3(c)(ii) addition 1

ethene 1

high 1

catalyst 1

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4(a) One mark each for any 3 of: 3

• particles go from solid to liquid

• diffusion

• random movement of particles / particles move anywhere / particles move in all directions / particles move away

• spreading out of particles / intermingling of particles / mixing of particles / particles collide / particles bounce (off each
other) / particles slide over each other

• (bulk) movement of particles from higher to lower concentration / movement of particles down concentration gradient

4(b) addition of oxygen (to a substance) / loss of electrons / increase in oxidation number 1

4(c)(i) glowing splint 1

relights 1

4(c)(ii) 4 (HCl ) 1

2 (H2O) 1

4(d) lead<tin<manganese<magnesium 2

IF 2 marks not scored:

1 mark if all reversed / one consecutive pair reversed

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4(e) One mark each for any 3 of: 3

• Mn has high melting point / boiling point / ORA for Na

• Mn has high density / ORA for Na

• Mn has catalytic activity / ORA for Na

• Mn forms coloured compounds / ORA for Na

• Mn compounds have variable oxidation states / form ions with different charges / ORA for Na

• Mn is hard / Na is soft / Mn is strong / Na is weak

• one suitable difference in chemical properties e.g. Mn is less reactive than Na ORA / Na reacts with cold water / Mn
does not react with cold water

Question Answer Marks

5(a)(i) test tubes of solution covering each electrode 1

5(a)(ii) cathode 1

5(a)(iii) negative electrode: hydrogen / H2 1

positive electrode: chlorine / Cl 2 1

5(a)(iv) carbon / platinum 1

5(b)(i) 150 (g) 1

5(b)(ii) decreases the melting point / melting point is not sharp 1

5(c) evaporation/ crystallisation 1

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6(a) One mark each for any 5 of: 5

• protons in the nucleus / centre (of the atom) / middle

• neutrons in the nucleus / centre (of the atom) / middle

• electrons outside the nucleus / electrons surrounding the nucleus / electrons orbiting the nucleus

• 7 protons

• 7 electrons

• 8 neutrons

6(b) atoms (of an element) with the same number of protons but different number of neutrons 2

IF 2 marks not scored:

1 mark for idea of same number of protons but different number of neutrons

6(c) any suitable use e.g. measuring the thickness of paper / energy from nuclear reactors / finding leaks (in pipelines) / smoke 1
alarms / energy production

Question Answer Marks

7(a)(i) density of iodine: values between 3.10 and 6.35 (excluding these two values) 1

melting point of At2 values greater than 114 °C but less than 500 °C 1

colour of At2: black / grey-black 1

7(a)(ii) it is a gas (at room temperature) 1

7(a)(iii) (boiling point) increases down (the group) / (boiling point) decreases up (the group) / increases from chlorine to astatine ORA 1

7(b) iodine 1

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potassium bromide 1

7(c) 171 2

IF 2 marks not scored:

1 mark for C = 12, F = 19 Cl = 35.5

Question Answer Marks

8(a) One mark each for any 2 of: 2

• distance of flame from can

• length of wick

• same can

• volume of water used / amount of water / mass of water

• same amount of stirring of the water

8(b) B 1

8(c) solvent / for making named chemical (e.g. ethanoic acid) 1

8(d)(i) oxygen (on left) 1

water (on right) 1

8(d)(ii) exothermic because energy level of reactants above energy level of products / exothermic because the arrow is going 1
downwards

8(e)(i) mixture of metals / mixture of metal and non-metal / mixture of metal with another element 1

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8(e)(ii) arrangement: in layers / regular / lattice 1

motion: (only) vibrating 1

8(e)(iii) (stainless steel / it ) is more resistant to corrosion (than pure metal) 1

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Paper 3 Theory (Core) May/June 2018
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the May/June 2018 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level and Cambridge Pre-U components, and
some Cambridge O Level components.

IGCSE™ is a registered trademark.

This syllabus is approved for use in England, Wales and Northern Ireland as a Cambridge International Level 1/Level 2 Certificate.

This document consists of 12 printed pages.

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specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

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1(a)(i) hydrogen chloride / HCl 1

1(a)(ii) helium / He 1

1(a)(iii) nitrogen / N2 1

1(a)(iv) methane / CH4 1

1(a)(v) nitrogen / N2 1

1(b)(i) One mark each for any 2 of: 1

• helium

• hydrogen

• nitrogen

1(b)(ii) (substance) containing only one type of atom / (substance) which cannot be broken down chemically into any other 1
substance

1(c) bonding pair of electrons between H and Cl 1

6 non-bonding electrons on the Cl and none on the H 1

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2(a)(i) 12(%) 1

2(a)(ii) One mark each for any 3 of: 3

• more nitrogen in petrol engine / ORA for diesel

• more carbon dioxide in petrol engine / ORA for diesel

• more water vapour in petrol engine / ORA for diesel

• more carbon monoxide in petrol engine / ORA for diesel

• less oxides of nitrogen in petrol engine / ORA for diesel

• more hydrocarbons in petrol engine / ORA for diesel

• less sulfur dioxide in petrol engine / ORA for diesel

• less / no oxygen in petrol engine / ORA for diesel

2(a)(iii) breathing difficulties / irritates eyes / irritates nose / irritates throat / irritates lungs / (potentiates) asthma 1

2(b) distillation 1

kerosene 1

boiling 1

2(c) 3 (CO2) 1

4 (H2O) 1

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3(a) One mark each for any 3 of: 3

• (cobalt / chloride) particles go from close together to spread out / (cobalt / chloride) particles go into
solution / (cobalt / chloride) particles go into the water

• diffusion

• random movement of particles / particles move anywhere (in the liquid) / particles move in all directions

• spreading out of particles / intermingling of particles / mixing of particles / particles collide / particles bounce off each
other / particles go all over

• (bulk) movement of particles from higher to lower concentration / movement of particles down concentration gradient

3(b)(i) reversible reaction 1

3(b)(ii) blue 1

to pink 1

3(c) Co2C8O8 1

3(d) cobalt<zinc<magnesium<barium 2

IF 2 marks not scored:

1 mark if all reversed / one consecutive pair reversed

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3(e) 3 of the following correct = 2 marks 2

1 or 2 of the following correct = 1 mark

• Co has high melting point / boiling point ORA for lithium

• Co has high density ORA for lithium

• Co has catalytic activity ORA for lithium

• Co forms coloured compounds ORA for lithium

• Co compounds have variable oxidation states / form ions with different charges ORA

• iron is hard / lithium is soft(er) / iron is strong / lithium is weak

• one suitable difference in chemical properties e.g. cobalt is less reactive ORA / lithium reacts with cold water

• cobalt is magnetic / ORA for lithium

3(f) 6 (CoO) 1

3(g) Co3O4 loses oxygen / it loses oxygen / oxygen is removed from the cobalt oxide / the cobalt oxide loses oxygen 1

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4(a)(i) C=C double bond 1

4(a)(ii) orange / red-brown / brown 1

to colourless 1

4(a)(iii) liquid 1

–120 ºC is in between the melting point and boiling point / 1

–120 ºC is higher than the melting point AND lower than the boiling point

4(b)(i) correct structure of ethanol showing all atoms and all bonds 1

4(b)(ii) sugar 1

30 ºC 1

enzymes 1

distillation 1

4(b)(iii) any suitable use e.g. solvent / to make named chemical 1

4(b)(iv) energy level of reactants above energy level of products / the arrow is going downwards / energy (level) goes 1
down / product has less energy than reactants

4(b)(v) carbon monoxide 1

carbon 1

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5(a) anode 1

5(b) negative electrode: lead 1

positive electrode: bromine 1

5(c) add (sufficient) water and stir (to dissolve) / add the mixture to water 1

filter off the lead bromide / filter to obtain solution sodium bromide 1

evaporate (some of the) water from the solution / warm solution to crystallisation point then leave (to crystallise) 1

5(d) bromine 1

chlorine is more reactive than bromine 1

5(e) cream 1

5(f) electron 1

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6(a) One mark each for any 5 of: 5

• protons in the nucleus / centre (of the atom)

• neutrons in the nucleus / centre of the atom

• electrons outside the nucleus / electrons surrounding the nucleus / electrons orbiting the nucleus

• 8 protons

• 8 electrons

• 9 neutrons

6(b) 2nd box down ticked 1

4th box down ticked 1

6(c) number of protons plus neutrons in an atom 1

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7(a)(i) relative hardness of potassium: between 1 and 3 (exclusive of these two values) 1

melting point of rubidium: less than 63 ºC but not lower than 20 ºC 1

7(a)(ii) slow bubbling / fewer bubbles than sodium 1

7(b) 2,8,1 1

7(c)(i) Group I hydroxide is alkaline / sodium hydroxide is an alkali 1

7(c)(ii) add (red) litmus 1

OR
add universal / full range indicator

turns blue 1
OR
turns blue / purple

7(d) 38 2

IF two marks not scored:

1 mark for (B =) 11, (Na =) 23, (H =) 1

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8(a) measuring cylinder 1

8(b) measure the volume of gas given off / measure volume of carbon dioxide produced 1
OR
measure time taken

over a given time(s) 1

OR
to produce given volume(s) of gas

8(c) decreases rate / decreases it / makes it slower 1

8(d) small pieces AND large pieces AND powder 1

8(e) calcium chloride 1

carbon dioxide AND water 1

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Paper 3 Core Theory October/November 2018
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the October/November 2018 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level
components.

This syllabus is approved for use in England, Wales and Northern Ireland as a Cambridge International Level 1/Level 2 Certificate.

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These general marking principles must be applied by all examiners when marking candidate answers. They should be applied alongside the
specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

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1(a)(i) C 1

1(a)(ii) C 1

1(a)(iii) E 1

1(a)(iv) D 1

1(a)(v) A 1

1(b) electrons in K+: 18 (1) 3

neutrons in C–14: 8 (1)

protons in C 6 AND K+ 19 (1)

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) Mg2+ / magnesium 1

2(a)(ii) potassium chloride 1

2(a)(iii) 0.032 (g) 1

2(a)(iv) sodium chloride 1

2(b) flame test / description of flame test (1) 2

flame coloured lilac (1)

2(c) carbohydrate 1

2(d)(i) OH ringed 1

2(d)(ii) C3H7NO3 1

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3(a)(i) (Liebig) condenser (1) 1

3(a)(ii) One mark each for any three of: 3

• water has lower boiling point than copper(II) sulfate
• heat the aqueous copper(II) sulfate
• water turns to steam but copper(II) sulfate remains (in flask)
• steam turns to liquid in condenser

3(b) colourless liquid collects / condenses at top of the tube (1) 2

copper(II) sulfate turns white (1)

3(c)(i) H2O 1

3(c)(ii) filtration / filter 1

3(d) oxygen removed from the copper oxide / copper oxide loses oxygen / it loses oxygen (1) 1

3(e) (copper + nitric acid) → copper nitrate + nitrogen dioxide + water (2) 2

If 2 marks not scored:

1 mark for correct names of two products

Question Answer Marks

4(a)(i) has C=C (double bond ) 1

4(a)(ii) aqueous bromine / bromine water / bromine 2

AND
(bromine) decolourised / goes colourless (2)

aqueous bromine / bromine water / bromine (for 1 mark)

4(b) correct structure of carboxylic acid group showing C=O and –O-H 1

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4(c) compounds (1) 3

chemical (1)

functional (1)

4(d)(i) One mark each for any two of: 2

• not much increase / gradual increase in pH at first
• sudden increase in pH as more sodium hydroxide added
• not much increase / gradual increase in pH when sodium hydroxide in excess

4(d)(ii) pH 2.4 1

4(d)(iii) 23 (cm3) 1

Question Answer Marks

5(a)(i) P = melting (1) 2

Q = condensing (1)

5(a)(ii) liquid: 4
motion: moving (more) slowly / sliding over each other / moving randomly / restricted movement (1)

separation: close together / touching (1)

gas:
motion: moving rapidly / moving randomly / move everywhere (1)

separation: far apart (1)

5(b)(i) 2 (Li) (1) 2

2 (H2O) (1)

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5(b)(ii) lithium hydroxide 1

5(c)(i) positive electrode: oxygen (1) 2

negative electrode: hydrogen (1)

5(c)(ii) bubbles / effervescence (1) 1

5(c)(iii) graphite is inert / unreactive / does not react with the electrolyte ORA 1

Question Answer Marks

6(a)(i) S (1) 2

U (1)

6(a)(ii) R (1) 2

U (1)

6(a)(iii) S (1) 1

6(a)(iv) T (1) 1

6(b)(i) 2 (P2O5) 1

6(b)(ii) acidic because phosphorus is a non-metal 1

6(c)(i) NO3– 1

6(c)(ii) to promote plant growth / to replenish minerals from the soil which have been absorbed by crop plants 1

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7(a)(i) carbon dioxide released / gas released 1

7(a)(ii) 2.2 (g) 1

7(a)(iii) initial gradient of line steeper and starts at 250–0 (1) 2

levels out at 247.8 g (1)

7(a)(iv) 20 °C → 0.16 1
40 °C → 0.64
30 °C → 0.32

7(b) hematite (1) 3

dioxide (1)
slag (1)

Question Answer Marks

8(a)(i) 106 (2) 2

If 2 marks not given:

1 mark for (Na) = 23, (C) = 12 and (O) = 16

8(a)(ii) absorbs heat / takes in heat 1

8(a)(iii) neutralisation 1

8(b)(i) oxygen / O2 1

8(b)(ii) carbon + oxygen → carbon dioxide 1

8(b)(iii) reactants on the left and product on the right (both required) 1

8(c)(i) any suitable use e.g. filling (old-fashioned light) bulbs / lamps / inert gas in stopping oxidations / welding 1

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8(c)(ii) 1st box ticked (argon unreactive) (1) 2

3rd box ticked (argon monoatomic) (1)

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CHEMISTRY 0620/32
Paper 3 Core Theory October/November 2018
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the October/November 2018 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level
components.

This syllabus is approved for use in England, Wales and Northern Ireland as a Cambridge International Level 1/Level 2 Certificate.

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specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

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1(a)(i) A 1

1(a)(ii) C 1

1(a)(iii) B 1

1(a)(iv) B 1

1(a)(v) B 1

1(b) electrons in Cr2+: 22 (1) 3

neutrons in N: 8 (1)

protons in N 7 AND Cr2+: 24 (1)

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) hydrogencarbonate / HCO3– 1

2(a)(ii) 135 (mg) 1

2(a)(iii) 836 (mg) 1

2(a)(iv) sodium hydrogencarbonate 1

2(b) sodium hydroxide: white precipitate (1) 2

aqueous ammonia: slight white precipitate / no precipitate (1)

2(c)(i) ring around COOH group 1

2(c)(ii) C3H6O3 1

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2(d) small (1) monomers (1) 3

molecular (1)

Question Answer Marks

3(a)(i) One mark each for: 4

add (organic) solvent to the mixture (1)

filter off the copper (1)

AND

one mark each for any two of:

• wash copper / wash residue

• evaporate the filtrate (containing the selenium) / evaporate the solution of selenium / evaporate the solvent

• dry (copper / selenium) in oven / dry with filter paper

3(a)(ii) H H 2
│ │
H – C – C – O – H (2)
│ │
H H

1 mark if correct structure with OH instead of O – H

3(a)(iii) 3 (F2) 1

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3(b)(i) (copper + sulfuric acid) → 2

copper sulfate + sulfur dioxide + water (2)

if 2 marks not scored:

1 mark for two correct products in word equation

3(b)(ii) sulfur dioxide / SO2 (1) 2

burning fossil fuels / burning named fossil fuel / volcanoes (1)

3(c) endothermic AND heating / absorbs heat 1

Question Answer Marks

4(a)(i) C=C (double bond) 1

4(a)(ii) aqueous bromine / bromine water / bromine (1) 2

(bromine) decolourised / goes colourless (1)

4(b)(i) loss of oxygen / gain of electrons / decrease in oxidation number 1

4(b)(ii) 4 (HI) (1) 2

2 (I2) (1)

4(b)(iii) 21 (%) 1

4(c)(i) (volumetric) pipette 1

4(c)(ii) to show when the acid has been neutralised 1

4(c)(iii) red / pink (1) 2

to blue (1)

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5(a) liquid: 4
arrangement: random / not arranged / irregular (1)

motion: moving (more) slowly / sliding over each other / moving randomly / restricted movement (1)

gas:
arrangement: random / not arranged / irregular (1)

motion: moving rapidly / moving randomly / move everywhere (1)

5(b)(i) anode correctly labelled (1) 2

electrolyte correctly labelled (1)

5(b)(ii) positive electrode: bromine / Br2 2

negative electrode: potassium / K

5(b)(iii) red-brown / brown fumes 1

5(b)(iv) graphite is inert / graphite is unreactive / magnesium is reactive / magnesium would react with the bromine 1

5(c)(i) potassium chloride (1) 2

bromine (1)

5(c)(ii) bromine is more reactive than iodine ORA 1

5(c)(iii) cream (1) 2

precipitate / solid (1)

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6(a)(i) U (1) 1

6(a)(ii) T (1) 1

6(a)(iii) S (1) 1

6(a)(iv) R (1) 1

6(b) 2nd box down ticked (1) 2

5th box down ticked (1)

6(c) ammonia (is released) (1) 2

(ammonia is) alkaline / methyl orange is yellow in alkaline conditions (1)

Question Answer Marks

7(a)(i) 11.5 (cm3 / min) 1

7(a)(ii) line in shape of upward curve (1) 2

line below the curve for all temperatures (1)

7(b)(i) decreases (rate) (1) 1

7(b)(ii) increases (rate) (1) 1

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7(c) one mark each for any two of: 2

• malleable

• ductile

• conducts electricity / conducts heat

• shiny / lustrous

7(d)(i) mixture of metal with another element / mixture of metals / mixture of metal with non-metal 1

7(d)(ii) any suitable use e.g. chemical plant / cutlery 1

Question Answer Marks

8(a)(i) decrease in hardness down the Group ORA 1

8(a)(ii) any value between 30 (°C) and 62 (°C) (inclusive) 1

8(a)(iii) there is no definite trend / the values go down and up / no fixed pattern 1

8(b)(i) lilac 1

8(b)(ii) it is less dense (than water) 1

8(b)(iii) bonding pair of electrons and no other electrons on the H atoms 1

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Paper 3 Core Theory October/November 2018
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge International will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge International is publishing the mark schemes for the October/November 2018 series for most
Cambridge IGCSE™, Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level
components.

This syllabus is approved for use in England, Wales and Northern Ireland as a Cambridge International Level 1/Level 2 Certificate.

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specific content of the mark scheme or generic level descriptors for a question. Each question paper and mark scheme will also comply with these
marking principles.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 1:

Marks must be awarded in line with:

• the specific content of the mark scheme or the generic level descriptors for the question
• the specific skills defined in the mark scheme or in the generic level descriptors for the question
• the standard of response required by a candidate as exemplified by the standardisation scripts.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 2:

Marks awarded are always whole marks (not half marks, or other fractions).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 3:

Marks must be awarded positively:

• marks are awarded for correct/valid answers, as defined in the mark scheme. However, credit is given for valid answers which go beyond the
scope of the syllabus and mark scheme, referring to your Team Leader as appropriate
• marks are awarded when candidates clearly demonstrate what they know and can do
• marks are not deducted for errors
• marks are not deducted for omissions
• answers should only be judged on the quality of spelling, punctuation and grammar when these features are specifically assessed by the
question as indicated by the mark scheme. The meaning, however, should be unambiguous.

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 4:

Rules must be applied consistently e.g. in situations where candidates have not followed instructions or in the application of generic level
descriptors.

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GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 5:

Marks should be awarded using the full range of marks defined in the mark scheme for the question (however; the use of the full mark range may
be limited according to the quality of the candidate responses seen).

GENERIC MARKING PRINCIPLE 6:

Marks awarded are based solely on the requirements as defined in the mark scheme. Marks should not be awarded with grade thresholds or
grade descriptors in mind.

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1(a)(i) C 1

1(a)(ii) E 1

1(a)(iii) B 1

1(a)(iv) A 1

1(a)(v) A 1

1(b) electrons in Cu+: 28 (1) 3

neutrons in Ne: 12 (1)

protons Ne 10 AND Cu+: 29 (1)

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) One mark each for any 2 of: 2

• concentration of sodium in squid / nerves lower ORA
• concentration of potassium in squid / nerves higher ORA
• concentration of hydrogencarbonate in squid / nerves lower ORA

2(a)(ii) 3.9 (g) 1

2(b) flame test / description of flame test (1) 2

flame coloured yellow (1)

2(c) C2H7O3NS 1

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2(d) One mark each for any four of: 4

• (chromatography) paper / (filter) paper dipping into liquid
• suitable chromatography vessel e.g. beaker
• named solvent e.g. water / ethanol
• (base) line drawn OR spot (of ink or dye) drawn near bottom of paper and labelled AND (base) line / spot above
solvent level
• let solvent run up paper (to separate spots)

Question Answer Marks

3(a)(i) L 1

3(a)(ii) harder / stronger / more resistant to corrosion 1

3(b)(i) (zinc + nitric acid) → zinc nitrate + nitrogen dioxide + water (2) 2

If 2 marks not scored:

1 mark for any 2 correct products in equation

3(b)(ii) nitrogen dioxide / NO2 (1) 2

lightning / high temperature furnaces (1)

3(c) oxygen removed from the zinc oxide / zinc oxide loses oxygen / it loses oxygen 1

3(d)(i) ⇌ 1

3(d)(ii) add water 1

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4(a)(i) C=C (double bond) 1

4(a)(ii) orange / red-brown (1) 2

to colourless / decolourised (1)

4(a)(iii) structure of COOH group showing all atoms and all bonds 1

4(a)(iv) turns it red / pink 1

4(b)(i) One mark each for any two of: 2

• not much decrease / gradual decrease in pH at first
• sudden decrease in pH as more acid added
• not much decrease / gradual decrease in pH when acid in excess

4(b)(ii) any value between pH 12.65 and 12.75 (inclusive) 1

4(b)(iii) 14 cm3 1

Question Answer Marks

5(a) gas: 4
arrangement: random / no arrangement / irregular (1)

motion: moving rapidly / moving randomly / move everywhere (1)

solid:
arrangement: regular / in rows/lattice (1)

motion: only vibrating / not moving (from place to place) / stay in position (1)

5(b) 2 (H2SO4) (1) 2

2 (H2O) (1)

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5(c) (acidify with nitric acid and) add (aqueous) silver nitrate 2
AND
white precipitate / white solid (2)

if 2 marks not scored 1 mark for add (aqueous) silver nitrate

5(d)(i) cathode correctly labelled (1) 2

electrolyte correctly labelled (1)

5(d)(ii) positive electrode: chlorine / Cl2 2

negative electrode: copper / Cu

5(d)(iii) bubbles / strong smell (of chlorine) 1

Question Answer Marks

6(a)(i) S 1

6(a)(ii) U 1

6(a)(iii) T 1

6(a)(iv) R 1

6(a)(v) U 1

6(b) iodine (1) 2

chlorine is more reactive than iodine ORA (1)

6(c) 2nd box down ticked (calcium phosphate) 1

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6(d) ammonia produced / calcium hydroxide reacts with ammonium (salts) (1) 2

(ammonia) is a gas / (ammonia) escapes into the air / reduction of soil nitrogen (1)

Question Answer Marks

7(a) gas syringe drawn / measuring vessel dipping into trough of water drawn (1) 3

gas syringe or measuring cylinder correctly labelled (1)

workable apparatus e.g. airtight (1)

7(b)(i) any value between 5.0 and 5.5 min (inclusive) 1

7(b)(ii) 96 cm3 1

7(c) initial gradient of line less steep and starting at 0–0 (1) 2

levelling off at a lower volume (1)

7(d)(i) hematite / any other ore of iron e.g. siderite 1

7(d)(ii) air (1) 4

monoxide (1)
decomposes (1)
slag (1)

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8(a)(i) state of fluorine: gas (1) 2

boiling point of chlorine: between – 160 °C and 20 °C (inclusive of these two values) (1)

8(a)(ii) (chlorine is a) gas (at room temperature) 1

8(b)(i) to kill bacteria 1

8(b)(ii) any suitable use e.g. coolant / solvent / chemical use in named reaction e.g. hydration of alkenes 1

8(c) 2 (P) (1) 2

3 (Cl2) (1)

8(d) pair of bonding electrons between Cl atoms (1) 2

6 non-bonding electrons around each chlorine atom (1)

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examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

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1(a)(i) oxygen / O2 1

1(a)(ii) lithium / Li 1

1(a)(iii) aluminium / Al 1

1(a)(iv) argon / Ar 1

1(a)(v) nickel / Ni 1

1(a)(vi) lithium / Li 1

1(b) number of electrons for Ni = 28 1

number of electrons for O2– = 10 1

number of neutrons Ni = 34 AND O2– = 10 1

number of protons for O2– = 8 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) A placed either on the left hand lower tube (or on the one on the right 1
directly opposite this)

W placed on both or either of the tubes at the top 1

2(a)(ii) the slag is above the molten iron / the iron is below the molten slag 1

2(b)(i) breakdown of a substance / breakdown of a compound 1

using heat / using high temperature 1

2(b)(ii) CO2 1

2(b)(iii) calcium oxide reacts with silicon(IV) oxide / sand 1

to form calcium silicate / slag 1

2(c) apparatus correctly set up with two rods dipping into a liquid 1

completed circuit with cell / power pack 1

electrode(s) AND electrolyte correctly labelled 1

2(d)(i) graphite / platinum / (pure) iron 1

2(d)(ii) conducts electricity / inert 1

2(e)(i) Fe(CO)5 / FeC5O5 1

2(e)(ii) carbon monoxide is poisonous / toxic 1

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2(f)(i) water 1

oxygen / air 1

2(f)(ii) the lower the pH, the greater the rate / it is faster at a lower pH 1

the higher the temperature, the greater the rate / it is faster at a higher 1
temperature

Question Answer Marks

3(a) nitrogen 1

3(b)(i) substance containing carbon and hydrogen 1

only / and no other element 1

3(b)(ii) oxygen on left 1

water on right 1

3(b)(iii) it is a greenhouse gas / causes climate change / global warming 1

ice caps melt (or rise in sea levels) / increased flooding / desertification / 1
increased death of corals

3(b)(iv) incomplete combustion (of hydrocarbon) 1

3(b)(v) correct molar mass = 114 2

8 × 12/96 (in final column) scores [1]

3(c)(i) increases as the number of carbon atoms increases 1

3(c)(ii) pentane / C5H12 1

20 °C is in between its melting and boiling points / boiling point is above 1

20 °C and melting point is below 20 °C

3(c)(iii) correct structure of methane showing all four C–H bonds 1

Question Answer Marks

4(a) reversible (reaction) 1

4(b) increase plant growth / provide more nitrogen for making protein / helps 1
plant grow faster

4(c) ammonium nitrate 1

4(d)(i) neutralises (the acid) / lowers the acidity / raises pH 1

4(d)(ii) plants cannot grow (well) under acidic conditions 1

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5(a) ring around –OH 1

5(b) 10 1

5(c)(i) double C=C bond 1

5(c)(ii) (aqueous) bromine / bromine water 1

turns colourless 1

5(d) (E), D, A, B, C 2
one consecutive pair reversed scores [1]

5(e) any 3 from: 3

• diffusion
• molecules in (constant) movement / molecules collide
• movement of molecules is random / in every direction
• molecules spread out
• molecules (spread) from higher concentration to lower concentration

5(f)(i) on the baseline / on the starting line 1

5(f)(ii) Q 1

5(f)(iii) Q 1

Question Answer Marks

6(a) hydrogen 1

6(b) electron 1

6(c) bonding pair correctly shown 1

3 non-bonding pairs on right hand chlorine atom 1

6(d) litmus (paper) / Universal Indicator paper 1

bleached / goes colourless 1

6(e) 2 on left AND NaCl on right 2

NaCl on right scores [1]

6(f)(i) 1.8 g 1

6(f)(ii) 315 g 1

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7(a) physical properties [max 3], e.g.: 5

• conduct electricity (or heat)
• shiny
• malleable
• ductile
• sonorous

chemical properties [max 2], e.g.:

• react with acids
• react with oxygen

correct word equation (general or specific) [max 1]

7(b) nickel, zinc, magnesium, calcium 2

one consecutive pair reversed / all reversed scores [1]

7(c)(i) atoms with the same number of protons and different numbers of 1
neutrons

7(c)(ii) energy (production) / nuclear power 1

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Published

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examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

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Cambridge International A and AS Level and Cambridge Pre-U components, and some Cambridge O Level
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1(a)(i) A 1

1(a)(ii) E 1

1(a)(iii) C 1

1(a)(iv) B 1

1(a)(v) C 1

1(b) number of electrons in Br – = 36 1

number of neutrons in Cl = 18 1

number of protons in Cl = 17 AND number of protons in Br – = 35 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) Na+ / sodium 1

2(a)(ii) sulfite / sulfate(IV) 1

2(a)(iii) 3 (mg) 1

2(a)(iv) 36.3 (mg) 1

2(a)(v) calcium hydrogencarbonate 1

2(b) flame test 1

yellow 1

2(c) MgCl2 1

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2(d) negative electrode: calcium / Ca 1

positive electrode: chlorine / Cl2 1

Question Answer Marks

3(a) any 5 of: 5

X has covalent bonding
X particles are randomly arranged / irregularly arranged
X particles are moving rapidly / freely / randomly / irregularly

Y has ionic bonding / ionic

Y particles are regularly arranged / lattice / in rows / uniformly arranged
Y particles (only) vibrate / do not move from place to place

Z has covalent bonding

Z particles are regularly arranged / lattice / in a tetrahedral shape
Z particles (only) vibrate / do not move from place to place

3(b) volume gets smaller 1

particles get closer together 1

3(c) drill tips / drills / cutting (tools) 1

3(d) A / substance Y dissolves easily in water 1

C / substance Y melts (at 8015 °C) 1

the change can be reversed by altering the conditions 1

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4(a) has two atoms in a molecule / two atoms combined 1

4(b)(i) the chlorine has displaced / replaced the bromine (in KBr) 1

4(b)(ii) (from green / colourless) to orange 1

4(b)(iii) I2 1

KBr 1

4(c) add (nitric acid then aqueous) silver nitrate 1

yellow precipitate 1

4(d)(i) water purification / water treatment / killing bacteria / in (swimming) pools / disinfectant 1

4(d)(ii) breaking down of a compound / breaking down of a substance 1

(using) heat 1

4(d)(iii) any 2 distinct pollution problems: 2

• litter OR eyesore
• sticks in gullets OR throats of birds / animals
• blocking of drains OR watercourses
• animals gets trapped OR tangled (in plastic)
• poisonous vapours when burned
• fills landfill sites

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5(a) circle drawn around the OH group 1

5(b) 20 1

5(c) C=C double bond 1

5(d)(i) increases with an increasing number of carbon atoms ORA 1

5(d)(ii) any value between –88 and 0 (°C) (exclusive of these values) 1

5(d)(iii) there is no (clear) trend / the numbers go down and up 1

5(d)(iv) liquid 1

30 °C is between melting and boiling point / 30 °C is above the melting point and below the boiling point 1

5(d)(v) substance containing carbon and hydrogen 1

only / and no other element 1

5(d)(vi) H H 1

H C C H

H H
5(d)(vii) 3 (CO2) 1

5 (O2) 1

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6(a)(i) aluminium

low density 1

good electrical conductivity 1

6(a)(ii) iron is cheap(er) / tungsten is (too) expensive 1

OR
iron is strong(er) / tungsten is weaker

6(a)(iii) tungsten because it has a (very) high melting point 1

6(b) any 2 properties: 2

• high melting point / high boiling point
• high density
• hard / strong
• sonorous / rings (when hit)
• ions are coloured / compounds are coloured

6(c) 2 (W) 1

3 (O2) 1

6(d) tungsten < cobalt < iron < magnesium 2

IF full credit is not awarded, allow 1 mark for either a correct sequence apart from a consecutive pair reversed OR for the
whole sequence reversed

6(e)(i) the more concentrated the acid, the greater the rate ORA 1

6(e)(ii) nitric (acid) 1

6(e)(iii) any value between 19 and 39 hours (exclusive of these values) 1

6(e)(iv) pH 4 1

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7(a) the energy of the reactants is greater than the energy of the products / the product has less energy than the reactants / the 1
arrow is going down (from reactants to product)

7(b) any 2 sources: 5

• carbon monoxide from incomplete combustion of fossil fuels / named fossil fuel / named carbon-containing fuel
• carbon dioxide from combustion of fossil fuels / respiration
• methane from animal flatulence / rice paddy fields / bacteria / decomposition of vegetation / decomposition of
animals

any 3 effects:
• carbon dioxide: global warming / greenhouse effect / acidification of oceans
• methane: global warming / greenhouse effect
• carbon monoxide: poisonous / toxic

7(c)(i) making mortar / whitewash / neutralising (acidic) soils / neutralising acidic lakes / flue gas desulfurisation / steelmaking 1
/ glassmaking / making plaster

7(c)(ii) 100 2
IF full credit is not awarded, allow 1 mark for (Ca =) 40, (C =) 12 and (O =) 16

7(d) add hydrochloric acid to the mixture 1

filter off the carbon 1

wash carbon (with water or other solvent) AND dry in an oven / air dry / leave in air / leave to dry 1

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examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

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Cambridge International A and AS Level and Cambridge Pre-U components, and some Cambridge O Level
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1(a)(i) A 1

1(a)(ii) B 1

1(a)(iii) B 1

1(a)(iv) E 1

1(a)(v) C 1

1(b) number of electrons in O2– ion = 10 1

number of neutrons in S = 18 1

number of protons in S = 16 AND in O2– ion = 8 1

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2(a)(i) chloride 1

2(a)(ii) sodium / Na+ 1

2(a)(iii) 0.4 (mg) 1

2(a)(iv) 34 (mg) 1

2(a)(v) sodium hydrogencarbonate 1

2(b) flame test 1

lilac colour 1

2(c) KNO3 1

2(d) negative electrode: potassium / K 1

positive electrode: bromine / Br 1

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3(a) any 5 of: 5

X has ionic bonding / ionic
X particles are regularly arranged / lattice / in rows / uniformly arranged
X particles (only) vibrate / do not move from place to place

Y has covalent bonding

Y has irregular arrangement of particles / random arrangement
Y particles are sliding over each other / moving slowly

Z has covalent bonding

Z particles are randomly arranged / irregularly arranged
Z particles moving randomly / moving rapidly / moving freely / moving quickly / moving fast

3(b) volume increases / volume gets larger 1

particles get further apart 1

3(c) white 1

to blue 1

3(d) it has (two different types of) atoms bonded / joined 1

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4(a)(i) bauxite 1

4(a)(ii) it is (very) reactive / too reactive / above carbon in the reactivity series / more reactive than carbon 1

4(b)(i) hydrogen/ H2 1

4(b)(ii) gas syringe connected to a flask OR this described in words 1

closed apparatus / workable apparatus OR this described in words 1

timer or stopwatch OR this described in words 1

4(c) for aircraft / car bodies 1

low density 1

4(d) any 2 advantages: 2

• saves energy
• saves mining of ore
• saves other finite resources
• saves transport costs of bringing ore to factory
• reduces pollution(due to dust or exhaust fumes etc.)

4(e)(i) (zinc oxide) loses oxygen 1

4(e)(ii) reactant level below product level / reactants have less energy than products / products have more energy than reactants 1

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5(a)(i) circle around carboxylic acid group 1

5(a)(ii) alcohol 1

5(b) C3H6O3 1

5(c) alcohol group shown as O–H 1

rest of the structure correct 1

5(d)(i) how easily it evaporates / boils 1

5(d)(ii) butanol 1

5(d)(iii) any value between 65 and 98 (°C) (exclusive of these values) 1

5(d)(iv) gas / vapour 1

120 °C is above the boiling point 1

5(e)(i) 2 (H2O) 1

O2 1

5(e)(ii) 32 2
IF full credit is not awarded, allow 1 mark for (C =) 12, (O =) 16 and (H =) 1

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6(a) M

(good) resistance to corrosion 1

high(est) relative strength 1

6(b) Q 1

6(c) any 3 from: 3

• high melting point / high boiling point
• high density
• forms coloured compounds / compounds are coloured / ions are coloured
• has more than one oxidation state / forms ions with different charges
• forms complex ions
• catalyst
• hard / strong
• sonorous / rings (when hit)

6(d) 2 (HCl ) 1

H2 1

6(e) gold < copper < iron < potassium 2

IF full credit is not awarded, allow 1 mark for either a correct sequence apart from a consecutive pair reversed OR for the
whole sequence reversed

6(f)(i) the higher the concentration the faster the rate / the lower the concentration the slower the rate / as the concentration 1
increases the rate of reaction increases

6(f)(ii) phosphoric 1

6(f)(iii) any value between 45 and 102 hours (exclusive of these values) 1

6(f)(iv) pH 2 1

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7(a) (substance containing) only one type of atom 1

7(b) underground / volcanoes / crude oil / petroleum 1

suitable use, e.g. (making) sulfuric acid / making SO2 / dusting plants / vulcanising rubber 1

7(c) sublimation / subliming / sublime 1

7(d) any 2 sources: 5

• sulfur dioxide: from volcanoes / burning fossil fuels
• oxides of nitrogen: from car exhausts / high temperature furnaces / lightning

any 3 effects:
• sulfur dioxide: acid rain / named effects of acid rain
• sulfur dioxide: irritates eyes or skin
• oxides of nitrogen: acid rain / named effect of acid rain
• oxides of nitrogen: breathing difficulties / breathing problems / irritates eyes / skin / photochemical smog

7(e) add hydrochloric acid to the mixture 1

filter off the sulfur / sulfur on filter paper 1

wash sulfur (with water or other solvent) AND dry in an oven / air dry / leave to dry (in air) 1

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examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge is publishing the mark schemes for the May/June 2017 series for most Cambridge IGCSE®,
Cambridge International A and AS Level and Cambridge Pre-U components, and some Cambridge O Level
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1(a)(i) E 1

1(a)(ii) C 1

1(a)(iii) C 1

1(a)(iv) D 1

1(a)(v) A 1

1(b) number of electrons in Ca2+ = 18 1

number of neutrons in Mg = 14 1

number of protons in Mg = 12 AND number of protons in Ca2+ = 20 1

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2(a)(i) 8 (mg) 1

2(a)(ii) hydrogencarbonate / HCO3– 1

2(a)(iii) nitrate 1

2(a)(iv) 12.5 (mg) 1

2(b) (damp) red litmus paper 1

turns blue 1

2(c) CaBr2 1

2(d)(i) negative electrode: calcium / Ca 1

positive electrode: bromine / Br2 1

2(d)(ii) platinum / Pt 1

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3(a) any 5 of: 5

P has ionic bonding / ionic
P particles are regularly arranged / lattice / in rows / uniformly arranged
P particles (only) vibrating / not moving from place to place

Q has covalent bonding

Q has irregular arrangement of particles / random arrangement
Q particles moving slowly / moving randomly / sliding over each other

R no bonding (between atoms) / weak bonding between atoms / weak attractive forces between atoms
R has irregular arrangement of particles / random arrangement
R particles moving randomly / moving rapidly / freely moving / randomly (moving) / irregular (movement)

3(b) volume increases 1

particles get further apart 1

3(c) C / boils (at 1330 °C) 1

D / dissolves (readily in water) 1

the change can be reversed by altering the conditions 1

3(d) pencil (leads) / lubricant 1

layers move OR slide over each other 1

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4(a)(i) hematite / any other ore of iron 1

4(a)(ii) from the reaction of carbon dioxide 1

with carbon / coke 1

OR

reaction of carbon / coke 1

with insufficient oxygen for compete combustion / idea of oxygen not in excess or not limiting 1

4(a)(iii) 2 (Fe) 1

3 (CO2) 1

4(a)(iv) iron(III) oxide loses oxygen / iron(III) oxide loses oxygen 1

4(a)(v) 160 2
IF full credit is not awarded, allow 1 mark for (Fe =) 56 and (O =16)

4(b)(i) hydrogen / H2 1

4(b)(ii) gas syringe connected to flask OR this described in words 1

closed apparatus / workable apparatus OR this described in words 1

timer / stop-watch OR this described in words 1

4(c) (aqueous) sodium hydroxide / aqueous ammonia 1

green precipitate 1

4(d) any 2 advantages from: 2

saves energy / saves mining of ore / saves other finite resources / saves transport costs of bringing ore to factory / reduces dust
pollution / exhaust gas pollution

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5(a) circle drawn around the COOH group 1

5(b) C2H4O3 1

5(c) grind up the (sugar) cane / crush the plant 1

with a solvent 1

filter (off the solution) 1

5(d) addition of oxygen / loss of electrons / increase in oxidation number 1

5(e)(i) decreases with an increasing number of carbon atoms ORA 1

5(e)(ii) any value between 118 and 164 (°C) (exclusive of these values) 1

5(e)(iii) solid 1

–10 (°C) is below the melting point / melting point is higher than –10 (°C) 1

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6(a)(i) J

it is (very) strong / it is the strongest 1

it is cheap 1

6(a)(ii) M because it is the hardest 1

6(a)(iii) K because its density is the lowest 1

6(b)(i) line at a steeper gradient than W 1

ends up at same mass loss 1

6(b)(ii) Y 1

6(b)(iii) 1.05 days 1

6(b)(iv) increasing temperature increases rate 1

increasing concentration increases rate 1

6(c) pH 12 1

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7(a) pair of electrons in overlap area between O atom and both H atoms 1

7(b) electrical conductivity 1

melting point / boiling point 1

7(c) iron < magnesium < cerium < lithium 2

IF full credit is not awarded, allow 1 mark for either a correct sequence apart from a consecutive pair reversed OR for the
whole sequence reversed

7(d)(i) water 1

air / oxygen 1

7(d)(ii) any 2 methods from: 2

greasing / covering with plastic / galvanising / painting / (electro)plating

7(e) evaporate to crystallisation point / leave in a warm place until crystals form 1

filter off crystals / pick out crystals AND dry on filter paper / heat in drying oven 1

7(f) 4 (CO2) 1

4(H2O) 1

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1(a)(i) A 1

1(a)(ii) B 1

1(a)(iii) D 1

1(a)(iv) B 1

1(a)(v) C 1

1(b) substance containing only one type of atom / substance containing atoms (each) with the same number of protons 1
/ substance which cannot be broken down further by chemical means

1(c) solid 1

–15 °C is below the melting point 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a) 1.5 (%) 1

2(b) any 3 from: 3

• greater percentage of helium (on Neptune) / more helium on Neptune / less helium on Earth
• greater percentage of hydrogen (on Neptune) / more hydrogen on Neptune / no hydrogen on Earth / (very) little
hydrogen on Earth
• no oxygen on Neptune / little oxygen on Neptune (but Earth has 21% oxygen)
• greater percentage of methane (on Neptune) / more methane on Neptune / less methane on Earth / more methane
on Neptune
• more argon on Earth / less argon on Neptune
• no nitrogen on Neptune / little nitrogen on Neptune

2(c) labels ‘C’ and ‘H’ in the correct circles and no non-bonding electrons or extra bonding electrons 1

one pair of electrons in each overlap area 1

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2(d)(i) atoms of the same element with the same number of protons but a different number of neutrons 1

2(d)(ii) number of protons: 1 1

number of neutrons: 2 1

2(e)(i) 30 2
IF full credit is not awarded, allow 1 mark for (C =) 12 and (H =) 1

2(e)(ii) anhydrous / white copper(II) sulfate 1

OR
anhydrous / blue cobalt(II) chloride

(anhydrous copper(II) sulfate) turns blue 1

OR
(anhydrous cobalt(II) chloride) turns pink

Question Answer Marks

3(a)(i) 2 (CO2) 1

3 (H2O) 1

3(a)(ii) correct structure showing all of the atoms and all of the bonds including O–H 2
IF full credit is not awarded, allow 1 mark for structure with OH

3(b)(i) pH 10 1

3(b)(ii) red / pink 1

to yellow 1

3(b)(iii) sodium carbonate + sulfuric acid → sodium sulfate + carbon dioxide + water 2
IF full credit is not awarded, allow 1 mark for either sodium sulfate OR carbon dioxide + water

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3(c) sulfur dioxide 1

3(d)(i) P: chromatography paper / filter paper 1

Q: solvent 1

3(d)(ii) chromatography 1

3(d)(iii) X drawn on the baseline 1

Question Answer Marks

4(a) graphite: conducts 1

potassium: conducts 1

4(b) low boiling point 1

4(c) does not conduct when solid but conducts when molten 2
IF full credit is not awarded, allow 1 mark for conducts when molten

4(d) positive electrode (anode): chlorine / Cl2 1

negative electrode (cathode): zinc / Zn 1

4(e) chlorine is more reactive than iodine 1

Question Answer Marks

5(a)(i) 2 (C) 1

2 (Cl2) 1

5(a)(ii) carbon gains oxygen / oxidation number of carbon increases / carbon loses electrons 1

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5(b) any 2 from: 2

• titanium has a high melting / boiling point ORA
• titanium has a high density ORA
• titanium is hard / strong ORA

5(c)(i) relative reactivity with water: forms bubbles slowly / slower than sodium 1

melting point of potassium: any value between 45–90 (°C) inclusive 1

5(c)(ii) increases down the group / decreases up the group 1

5(d) basic because it is a metal (oxide) 1

Question Answer Marks

6(a) any 4 from: 4

• petroleum vaporised / heated
• petroleum enters the fractionating column at the bottom
• vapours move up the fractionating column
• column is hotter at the bottom / cooler at the top
• idea of vapours condensing in different parts of the fractionating column
• idea of different fractions having different boiling ranges
• fractions (condensing) higher up have lower boiling points ORA

6(b)(i) breaking down / decomposing / splitting hydrocarbons 1

into smaller hydrocarbons / into alkanes and alkenes / by heating / using a high temperature 1

6(b)(ii) hydrogen 1

6(c) covalent 1

6(d) polymer 1

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7(a) any 3 from: 3

• diffusion
• molecules move (from place to place)
• (molecules move) randomly
• molecules collide
• molecules spread out / mix up
• (bulk) movement of molecules from areas of where they are at higher concentration to where they are at lower
concentration

7(b)(i) C4H6O2Br2 1

7(b)(ii) carboxylic acid 1

7(c) average 1

an element 1

an atom 1

12 1

7(d)(i) increasing the concentration of the acid 1

increasing the temperature 1

using magnesium powder / using smaller pieces of magnesium 1

7(d)(ii) 4 (HBr) 1

Question Answer Marks

8(a)(i) reversible reaction 1

8(a)(ii) speed up the reaction / increase the rate of reaction / speed of reaction faster 1

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8(b)(i) decreases as the temperature increases ORA 1

8(b)(ii) 28% 1

8(c) 112 (g) 1

8(d) clothing / named clothing / fishing lines 1

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MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

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Teachers.

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1(a)(i) A 1

1(a)(ii) C 1

1(a)(iii) D 1

1(a)(iv) D 1

1(a)(v) E 1

1(b) any 3 from: 3

• metals conduct electricity / heat ORA
• metals are malleable ORA
• metals are ductile ORA
• metals are sonorous / ring when hit ORA
• metals are shiny / lustrous ORA

1(c) substance contain two (or more different) elements which are bonded together / which are chemically combined 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a) any 3 from: 3

• greater percentage of helium (on Saturn) / less helium on Earth
• greater percentage of hydrogen (on Saturn) / little hydrogen on Earth
• no oxygen on Saturn / oxygen on Earth / Earth has 1/5 oxygen
• lower percentage of other gases (on Saturn) / more of other gases on Earth
• greater percentage of argon on Earth / less argon on Saturn
• no OR very little nitrogen on Saturn / Earth has about 80% nitrogen / Earth has a lot of nitrogen

2(b)(i) hydrogen is less dense than helium 1

2(b)(ii) gas 1

–250 °C is above the boiling point 1

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2(c)(i) (damp) red litmus 1

turns blue 1

2(c)(ii) labels ‘N’ and ‘H’ in the correct circles 1

one pair of electrons in each overlap area and no non-bonding electrons or extra bonding electrons added 1

2(d) 51 2
IF full credit is not awarded, allow 1 mark for (S =) 32, (N =) 14 and (H =) 1

2(e)(i) carbon dioxide / CO2 1

2(e)(ii) global warming / effect of global warming, e.g. melting ice caps / desertification / more extreme weather / death of 1
corals / more risk of flooding

Question Answer Marks

3(a)(i) functional group shown as –COOH / –CO2H or displayed formula 1

3(a)(ii) pH 4 1

3(a)(iii) neutralisation 1

3(a)(iv) releases heat / heat given out 1

3(b) C3H8O3 1

3(c) 2 (CO) 1

3 (H2O) 1

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3(d)(i) distillation 1

water is the distillate / water collects in the condenser / sodium chloride remains in the flask 1

idea of different boiling points (of water and sodium chloride) 1

3(d)(ii) boiling point / melting point 1

3(d)(iii) (aqueous) silver nitrate (acidified with nitric acid) 1

white precipitate 1

Question Answer Marks

4(a) electrical conductivity of zinc: conducts 1

solubility in water of sodium chloride: soluble 1

4(b) low boiling point / does not conduct when solid or molten 1

4(c) does not conduct when solid but conducts when molten 2
IF full credit is not awarded, allow 1 mark for conducts when molten

4(d) positive electrode (anode): iodine 1

negative electrode (cathode): calcium 1

4(e) number of protons: 15 1

number of neutrons: 16 1

4(f) acidic because phosphorus is a non-metal 1

4(g) goes (directly) from solid to vapour / gas (without liquid state being formed) 1

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5(a) nickel(II) oxide loses oxygen / oxidation number of nickel decreases / nickel gains electrons 1

5(b) reversible reaction 1

5(c)(i) carbon monoxide is a gas / carbon monoxide escapes from the mixture 1

5(c)(ii) toxic / poisonous 1

5(d)(i) any 2 from: 2

• nickel has a high melting / boiling point ORA
• nickel has a high density ORA
• nickel is hard / strong ORA

5(d)(ii) nickel(II) chloride is coloured ORA / nickel(II) chloride can be a catalyst ORA 1

5(e)(i) boiling point: any value between 680–750 °C inclusive 1

relative reactivity of rubidium with water: reacts explosively / bigger flame (than potassium) / forms bubbles extremely 1
rapidly / faster that potassium but slower than caesium / rapidly bursts into flame

5(e)(ii) density increases down the group ORA 1

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6(a) any 5 from: 5

from ethene:
• steam
• high temperature
• catalyst

by fermentation:
• yeast / zymase / enzymes
• absence of oxygen / anaerobic
• water / aqueous (suspension)
• suitable temperature quoted (10–40 °C)

6(b)(i) saturated hydrocarbon: no change / aqueous bromine remains orange 1

unsaturated hydrocarbon: aqueous bromine decolourised 1

6(b)(ii) a large molecule formed from many monomers 1

6(b)(iii) clothing / named article of clothing 1

Question Answer Marks

7(a) any 3 from: 3

• diffusion
• molecules move (from place to place)
• (molecules move) randomly
• molecules collide
• molecules spread out / mix up
• (bulk) movement of molecules from areas of where they are at higher concentration to where they are at lower
concentration

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7(b) Cl2 1

2 (SCl2) 1

7(c) P: freezing 1

Q: condensing / condensation 1

Question Answer Marks

8(a) 89.6 (g) 1

8(b)(i) 220 (cm3) 1

8(b)(ii) 49 (min) 1

8(b)(iii) goes faster / increases (rate) 1

8(c)(i) 16% 1

8(c)(ii) any 2 from: 2

• neutralise soil
• reduce acidity of soils
• so plants grow properly / so plants grow well

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MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

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examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
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1(a)(i) B 1

1(a)(ii) C 1

1(a)(iii) B 1

1(a)(iv) D 1

1(a)(v) C 1

1(b)(i) burning fossil fuels / volcanoes / high temperature furnaces / burning named fossil fuel 1

1(b)(ii) breathing difficulties / irritates nose / irritates eyes / irritates throat 1

1(c) number of protons: 7 1

number of neutrons: 8 1

number of electrons: 7 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a) any 3 from: 3

• no oxygen on Venus / (very) little oxygen on Venus / Earth has oxygen / Earth has 21% oxygen
• greater per cent carbon dioxide on Venus / more carbon dioxide on Venus ORA
• smaller per cent of nitrogen on Venus / (very) little nitrogen on Venus / less nitrogen on Venus / Earth has 79% nitrogen

2(b) limewater 1

turns milky / cloudy / white precipitate 1

2(c)(i) labels ‘O’ and ‘H’ in the correct circles and no extra non-bonding electrons or bonding electrons 1

one pair of electrons in each overlap area 1

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2(c)(ii) solid 1

–200 °C is lower than melting point 1

2(c)(iii) it has 8 electrons in its outer shell 1

2(d)(i) sulfuric acid + magnesium carbonate → magnesium sulfate + carbon dioxide + water 2
IF full credit is not awarded, award 1 mark for either magnesium sulfate OR carbon dioxide + water

2(d)(ii) 98 2
IF full credit is not awarded, award 1 mark for (S =) 32 , (O = 16) and (H =1)

2(e)(i) bleach / treating wood pulp / preservative 1

2(e)(ii) pH 2 1

Question Answer Marks

3(a) calcium carbonate 1

3(b)(i) condensation (at mouth of tube) 1

3(b)(ii) add (aqueous) sodium hydroxide / (aqueous) ammonia 1

green precipitate 1

3(c)(i) H2 1

3(c)(ii) filtration / filter 1

3(d)(i) structure completed correctly with all of the atoms and all of the bonds 2
IF full credit is not awarded, award 1 mark for OH instead of O–H

3(d)(ii) bubbles OR effervesces / magnesium decreases in size OR magnesium disappears 1

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3(e) any 3 from: 3

• beaker with chromatography paper inside OR chromatography paper with spot on baseline
• solvent in bottom of beaker
• solvent and chromatography paper correctly labelled
• spot (of dye) above level of solvent

3(f) any 3 from: 3

• diffusion
• molecules move (from place to place)
• (molecules move) randomly
• molecules collide
• molecules spread out / mix up
• (bulk) movement of molecules from areas of where they are at higher concentration to where they are at lower
concentration

Question Answer Marks

4(a) electrical conductivity of solid diamond: does not conduct 1

electrical conductivity of molten sulfur: does not conduct 1

4(b) low boiling point 1

4(c) does not conduct when solid but conducts when molten 2
IF full credit is not awarded, award 1 mark for does not conduct when molten

4(d)(i) low density 1

4(d)(ii) electrolysis 1

4(e) positive electrode (anode): bromine / Br2 1

negative electrode (cathode): potassium / K 1

4(f)(i) diamond has a giant structure AND diamond has covalent bonds 1

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4(f)(ii) drill (bits) / jewellery 1

Question Answer Marks

5(a) 3 (O2) 1

2 (SO2) 1

5(b)(i) lead oxide loses oxygen / oxidation number of lead decreases / lead gains electrons 1

5(b)(ii) any 2 from: 2

• high melting points / high boiling points
• high densities
• conduct heat OR conduct electricity
• shiny / lustrous
• sonorous / rings when hit
• malleable
• ductile

5(c) air / oxygen 1

water 1

5(d)(i) to oxidise impurities / to oxidise named impurities (restricted to phosphorus / sulfur / carbon / silicon) 1

5(d)(ii) potassium oxide 1

it is the oxide of a metal / metal oxides are basic 1

5(e) mixture 1

of metals / of metal with non-metal / of metals with other elements 1

5(f)(i) car bodies / bridges / railings 1

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5(f)(ii) cutlery / chemical plant 1

Question Answer Marks

6(a) X in bottom compartment of fractionating column 1

B in bottom right tube or shown to the right of the arrow 1

6(b) naphtha 1

6(c)(i) correct structure of ethane showing all of the atoms and all of the bonds 1

6(c)(ii) 3 (H2) 1

6(c)(iii) takes in heat (from surroundings) / absorbs heat / absorbs thermal energy 1

6(d) any 4 from: 4

• idea of breaking down / splitting / decomposing (long-chained) hydrocarbons
• example of fraction broken down, e.g. kerosene or fuel oil
• shorter / smaller hydrocarbons formed
• and alkenes
• heat / high temperature
• catalysts

6(e)(i) (boiling point) increases 1

6(e)(ii) any value between –8 and –80 (°C) inclusive of these values 1

6(e)(iii) arrangement: irregular / random / no particular arrangement 1

separation: close together / touching 1

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0620 CHEMISTRY
0620/32 Paper 3 (Core Theory), maximum raw mark 80

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of
the examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not
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Abbreviations used in the Mark Scheme

• ; separates marking points
• / separates alternatives within a marking point
• () the word or phrase in brackets is not required but sets the context
• A accept (a less than ideal answer which should be marked correct)
• I ignore (mark as if this material were not present)
• R reject
• ecf credit a correct statement that follows a previous wrong response
• ora or reverse argument
• owtte or words to that effect (accept other ways of expressing the same idea)

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1(a)(i) N / nitrogen; 1

1(a)(ii) C / carbon / carbon dioxide; 1

1(a)(iii) Al / aluminium; 1

1(a)(iv) Cr / Fe / Al / Ti / chromium / iron / aluminium / titanium; 1

1(a)(v) Cu / copper 1

1(b)(i) substance containing only one type of atom; 1

1(b)(ii) number of protons: 20 and 20; 3

number of neutrons: 23 and 28;
number of electrons: 20 and 20;

1(b)(iii) 18; 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a) anode: bromine / Br2; 2

cathode: potassium / K;

2(b)(i) they are inert / they do not react; 1

2(b)(ii) any suitable use, e.g. lubricant / pencil leads / brake linings / steelmaking / walls of blast furnace; 1

2(c) bromine / Br2; 1

2(d) cream precipitate / cream solid; 1

2(e) irritates eyes / irritates nose / irritates lungs; 1

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3(a) observations with sodium: fizzes or effervesces / sodium goes into a ball / sodium melts / moves over surface of water; 4
products: sodium hydroxide / hydrogen;
observations with iron: red or black or brown solid / iron glows;
products: iron oxide / hydrogen;

3(b) gas syringe / upturned measuring cylinder filled with water / upturned burette filled with water; 3
workable apparatus, e.g. airtight;
use of stopclock / idea of timing;

3(c) powder → 25 1
large pieces → 3
small pieces → 10;

3(d)(i) rate increases with increasing temperature; 2

idea that graph is not linear / rate does not increase proportionally / upward curve;

3(d)(ii) 16 ( cm3 hydrogen / min); 1

3(e) increasing concentration increases rate; 1

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4(a) up to four from: 5

• sodium chloride is ionic;
• sodium chloride has a giant structure / lattice;
• sodium chloride is not volatile / has a high boiling point;
• sodium chloride does not conduct (electricity) when solid / conducts when molten / conducts when aqueous;

up to four from:
• nitrogen is molecular;
• nitrogen has covalent bonds;
• nitrogen is volatile / has a low boiling point;
• nitrogen does not conduct (electricity);

4(b)(i) speeds up (rate of) reaction; 1

4(b)(ii) 3(H2); 2
2(NH3);

4(b)(iii) 3 bonding pairs of electrons (between N and H) and no extra electrons on H; 2

2 non-bonding electrons on N atom;

4(b)(iv) copper oxide / CuO; 2

oxygen removed (from copper oxide) / oxidation number of copper decreases / copper ions gain electrons;

Question Answer Marks

5(a)(i) copper; 2
has high heat conductivity and high melting point;

5(a)(ii) cobalt and copper; 2

high melting point / high strength / high density;

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5(a)(iii) magnesium; 2
low density;

5(b) copper → cobalt → tin → magnesium; 2

one pair reversed = [1]

5(c) any four from: 4

• add excess cobalt carbonate to sulfuric acid
• filter (off excess cobalt carbonate)
• evaporate filtrate to point of crystallisation / evaporate some of the water and allow to cool
• filter (off crystals)
• dry crystals with filter paper

5(d)(i)
; 1

5(d)(ii) add water to anhydrous cobalt sulfate / add water to CoSO4; 2

colour changes (from blue) to red / pink;

Question Answer Marks

6(a) add universal indicator to the lemon juice / solution; 2

match colour with colour chart;

6(b)(i) ring around one or more COOH groups; 1

6(b)(ii) ethanoic (acid) / any other correctly named carboxylic acid; 1

6(c)(i) carbon dioxide; 2

water;

6(c)(ii) filtration; 1

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6(d) endothermic and energy of products higher than energy of reactants; 1

6(e)(i) 2(C2H5OH) 2
2(CO2)

6(e)(ii) any two from: 2

• yeast / zymase
• temperature between 5 °C and 40 °C / room temperature
• anaerobic / no oxygen / no air
• pH ~ 7

6(e)(iii) 180; 2
one row correct = [1], e.g. 12 × 1 = 12 or 6 × 16 = 96

Question Answer Marks

7(a) any three from: 3

• silvery / shiny / lustrous
• conducts heat / conducts electricity
• malleable
• ductile
• sonorous
• high melting point / high boiling point
• strong / hard
• high density

7(b) ReCl 3; 1

7(c) change of state (directly) from solid to gas / gas to solid; 1

7(d)(i) pH 2; 1

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7(d)(ii) water; 1

7(d)(iii) potassium carbonate; 1

7(e) glowing splint; 2

relights / idea of bursting into flame;

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CHEMISTRY 0620/31
Paper 3 Theory (Core) May/June 2016
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge is publishing the mark schemes for the May/June 2016 series for most Cambridge IGCSE®,
Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level components.

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Abbreviations used in the Mark Scheme

• ; separates marking points

• / separates alternatives within a marking point
• OR gives alternative marking point
• R reject
• I ignore mark as if this material was not present
• A accept (a less than ideal answer which should be marked correct)
• COND indicates mark is conditional on previous marking point
• owtte or words to that effect (accept other ways of expressing the same idea)
• max indicates the maximum number of marks that can be awarded
• ecf credit a correct statement that follows a previous wrong response
• () the word / phrase in brackets is not required, but sets the context
• ora or reverse argument

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1(a)(i) B / chlorine / Cl 2; 1
1(a)(ii) C / KCl / potassium chloride; 1
1(a)(iii) 2
B; 1
has only one type of atom; 1
1(a)(iv) C3H3F3Cl2 ; 1
1(b)(i) different number of neutrons / different mass numbers / different numbers of nucleons; 1
1(b)(ii) 18; 1
1(b)(iii) 2
7 electrons in the outer shell; 1
first shell has 2 electrons and second shell has 8 electrons; 1

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2(a) 3
stainless steel;
any 2 from:
(very) strong;
(good) resistance to corrosion;
cheap;

OR

iron;
strong;
cheap;

OR

aluminium;
low density;
(good) resistance to corrosion;

OR

titanium;
any 2 from:
strong;
(good) resistance to corrosion;
low density;

OR

zinc;
(good) resistance to corrosion;
2(b)(i) bauxite; 1
2(b)(ii) aluminium is too reactive / aluminium is high in the electrochemical series / aluminium is very reactive; 1

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2(b)(iii) 2
anode: oxygen / O2; 1
cathode: aluminium / Al; 1
2(c) any 4 from: 4

• atoms in gas far apart / all over the place;

• atoms in gas moving (very) fast / move freely / bouncing around / move randomly;
• atoms slow down during condensation / move less than before;
• atoms get closer together in condensation;
• atoms in liquid are close together / touching;
• atoms in liquid slide over each other / atoms in liquids move slowly / restricted movement;
• atoms slow down (further) during freezing / atoms in liquid move more than in solid;
• atoms in solid only vibrate;
• atoms in solid are / touching / close to each other / closely packed / tightly packed;

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3(a)(i) decreases down the Group I / increases up the Group I; 1

3
3(a)(ii) 1.88 (1.60–2.50) (g / cm ); 1
3(a)(iii) 2
solid; 1
20°C is below the melting point / the melting point is above 20°C; 1
3(b) 2
rubidium hydroxide; 1
hydrogen; 1
3(c) 155; 2
(1 mark for hydrogen = (6 × 1) = 6 / sodium = (1 × 23) = 23)
3(d)(i) pencil will not smear / pencil line will not move / ink will smear / ink will undergo chromatography / ink would spread / 1
ink would travel upwards / pencil mark would not spread;
3(d)(ii) K; 1
3(d)(iii) J; 1
3(d)(iv) J; 1

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4(a)(i) 2
S and U; 1
both have OH (group); 1
4(a)(ii) Q and T; 1
4(b) 3
compounds; 1
chemical; 1
functional; 1
4(c)(i) 1

;
4(c)(ii) 2
aqueous bromine is added to (test tube of) ethene / aqueous bromine is orange; 1
aqueous bromine turns colourless / solution turns colourless; 1
4(c)(iii) high temperature / heat; 1
4(c)(iv) C13H28; 1

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5(a) 5
any 3 physical properties: 3
• melting point increases down the Group;
• boiling point increases down the Group;
• density increases down the Group;
• colour gets darker down the Group / states goes from gas to liquid to solid down the Group;

reactivity: 2
• more reactive halogen displaces less reactive halogen (from halide);
• correct word equation, e.g. chlorine + potassium bromide → potassium chloride + bromine;
5(b)(i) 2
nitrogen dioxide (formed) / NO2 (formed) / nitrogen oxide (formed) / gas (formed); 1
damages lungs / irritates eyes / sore throat / skin burns / difficulty swallowing / persistent coughing / headache 1
/ vomiting;
5(b)(ii) pH 1; 1
5(b)(iii) 2
zinc nitrate; 1
water; 1

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6(a) increases rate of reaction / speeds up reaction; 1

6(b) ⇌; 1

6(c) exothermic and products have less energy than reactants; 1

6(d)(i) (yield) decreases with increasing temperature ora / the lower the temperature, the higher the yield ora; 1
6(d)(ii) 42%; 1
6(e) 2
(damp) red litmus paper turns blue 2
(1 mark for red litmus paper)
OR
concentrated HCl (on glass rod) gives white fumes 2
(1 mark for concentrated HCl (on glass rod))
6(f) 2
add Universal Indicator to the solution / observe colour; 1
compare with colour chart; 1
6(g) 2
2 (NH3); 1
6 (HCl ); 1

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7(a) 2
(gas) syringe leading to flask / beaker / test tube OR flask and tube leading to upturned measuring cylinder over 1
trough of water;
closed apparatus with no air gaps; 1
7(b)(i) 2
small pieces; 1
line / curve / graph steepest; 1
7(b)(ii) 2
line to the left of the small pieces starting at (0, 0); 1
finishing at 45 cm3 and before the other lines; 1
7(b)(iii) any value between 205 s and 215 s (inclusive); 1
7(c)(i) neutralising (acidic) soils / neutralising (acidic) waste / steelmaking / self-heating cans / making concrete / 1
making glass / water treatment / making plaster / making paper / flue-gas desulfurisation / neutralising acids / making
limewater;
7(c)(ii) 2
basic oxide; 1
because it is a metal oxide / because it would react with acid / neutralizes acids / calcium is on the left of the Periodic 1
Table;

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8(a) 2
copper(II) oxide; 1
loses oxygen; 1
8(b)(i) (mass of copper oxide in tube) decreases; 1
8(b)(ii) hydrogen is flammable / hydrogen is explosive; 1
8(b)(iii) 2
anhydrous copper(II) sulfate goes blue / white copper(II) sulfate goes blue 2
(1 mark for anhydrous copper (II) sulfate / white copper(II) sulfate)
OR
anhydrous cobalt(II) chloride goes pink / blue cobalt(II) chloride goes pink 2
(1 mark for anhydrous cobalt(II) chloride / blue cobalt(II) chloride)

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MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge is publishing the mark schemes for the May/June 2016 series for most Cambridge IGCSE®,
Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level components.

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1(a)(i) B and D; 1
1(a)(ii) 2
C; 1
has only one type of atom; 1
1(a)(iii) Na3P; 1
1(b)(i) 16; 1
1(b)(ii) 5; 1
1(b)(iii) 60; 1
1(c) 2
acidic; 1
because phosphorus is a non-metal / it is a non-metal oxide / it would react with bases / neutralises bases / 1
phosphorus is on the right-hand side of the Periodic Table;

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2(a) lead < nickel < zinc < titanium; 2

(1 mark if one pair reversed)
2(b) 2
positive electrode: oxygen / O2; 1
negative electrode: aluminium / Al; 1
2(c) 2
test: (aqueous) sodium hydroxide / (aqueous) ammonia; 1
result: (grey-) green precipitate / solid; 1
2(d)(i) 2
oxygen / air; 1
water; 1
2(d)(ii) 2
idea of covering surface with tin / zinc / other suitable metal / plastic / grease / oil / paint / galvanising; 1
prevents oxygen / air or water / moisture / steam from getting to the surface; 1

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3(a) reversible reaction / equilibrium; 1

3(b) exothermic and products have less energy than reactants; 1
3(c)(i) percentage yield decreases as temperature increases; 1
3(c)(ii) 91%; 1
3(d) 2
test: (acidified) potassium manganate(VII) / potassium permanganate; 1
result: (pink solution) turns colourless; 1
3(e) any suitable use, e.g. food preservation / manufacture of sulfuric acid; 1
3(f) 2
sulfur dioxide; 1
(sulfur dioxide) loses oxygen; 1
3(g) 3 (H2O); 1

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4(a) any 2 from: 2

• family / group of similar chemicals;
• with same functional group;
• trend in physical properties;
• same general formula;
• same / similar chemical reaction;
• successive members differ by CH2;
4(b)(i) 3
F and G; 1
contain only carbon and hydrogen; 1
have only single bonds / no double bonds; 1
4(b)(ii) F / methane / CH4; 1
4(b)(iii) 2
H; 1
J; 1
4(b)(iv) contain oxygen; 1
4(c)(i) ethanol; 1
4(c)(ii) 1
yes and because there is a general increase in the numbers / the numbers go up steadily;
OR
no and because the numbers go down then up again;
4(c)(iii) 65°C; 1
4(d)(i) 2
2 (CO); 1
3 (H2O); 1
4(d)(ii) poisonous / toxic; 1

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5(a) 2
liquid; 1
6°C is higher than the melting point and lower than the boiling point / 6 °C is between the melting point and boiling 1
point;
5(b)(i) 2
potassium chloride; 1
iodine; 1
5(b)(ii) iodine is less reactive than bromine / bromine is more reactive than iodine; 1
5(c) 357 2
(1 mark for 1 correct row, e.g. (4 × 16 =) 64 or (2 × 35.5) = 71)
5(d)(i) cross shown on baseline; 1
5(d)(ii) ethanol / other organic solvent; 1
5(d)(iii) dyes move up the paper and separate; 1

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6(a) any 5 from: 5

• conducts electricity / conducts heat;
• soft;
• solid;
• shiny (when cut);
• malleable / ductile;
• reacts with water to produce hydrogen;
• bubbles / fizzes in water;
• vigorous reaction with water;
• floats on water / low density;
• forms an alkaline solution with water;
• reacts with oxygen / air to form an oxide;
• reacts with chlorine to form a chloride;
• suitable word equations (maximum two equations);
6(b) 2
test: put the sodium compound on nichrome / platinum wire (on the edge of a blue Bunsen burner flame); 1
result: flame goes yellow; 1
6(c)(i) pH 13; 1
6(c)(ii) 2
add (red) litmus to sodium hydroxide / dip (red) litmus into sodium hydroxide; 1
turns blue; 1
6(d) 2
sulfur dioxide produced / SO2 formed; 1
causes breathing difficulties / harmful to eyes / coughing / damages lungs / irritates eyes / sore throat / skin burns / 1
difficulty swallowing / headache / vomiting;

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7(a) 2
flask; 1
(gas) syringe; 1
7(b)(i) 1.0 (mol / dm3) because the initial gradient is steeper / initial slope is steeper; 1
7(b)(ii) 2
3
steeper gradient than curve for 1.0 mol / dm ; 1
same final volume; 1
7(c) any suitable use, e.g. fuel / reducing agent / making margarine / making ammonia / Haber process / fuel cells; 1
7(d) dust has a (very) high surface area; 1

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8(a) mixture of 2 or more metals / mixture of a metal and a non-metal; 1

8(b) any alloy, e.g. brass, bronze etc.; 1
8(c) any 4 from: 4
• solder has melted;
• atoms in solid (only) vibrate;
• atoms in solid are regularly arranged / touching / close to each other;
• atoms start to vibrate more;
• atoms in liquid are irregularly arranged / close together / touching;
• atoms in liquids slide over each other / atoms in liquids move slowly;
• atoms move more during melting;
• atoms become less regularly arranged during melting;
8(d) vapour spreads everywhere / vapour does not stay in one place; 1

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MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

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Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level components.

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• ; separates marking points

• / separates alternatives within a marking point
• OR gives alternative marking point
• R reject
• I ignore mark as if this material was not present
• A accept (a less than ideal answer which should be marked correct)
• COND indicates mark is conditional on previous marking point
• owtte or words to that effect (accept other ways of expressing the same idea)
• max indicates the maximum number of marks that can be awarded
• ecf credit a correct statement that follows a previous wrong response
• () the word / phrase in brackets is not required, but sets the context
• ora or reverse argument

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1(a)(i) C and E; 1
1(a)(ii) B; 1
1(a)(iii) B; 1
1(a)(iv) B; 1
1(a)(v) C5H5Cl 5 / CHCl; 1
1(b)(i) different number of neutrons / different mass numbers / different numbers of nucleons; 1
1(b)(ii) 8; 1

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2(a) 3
T; 1
(very) good / best conductor of heat; 1
has a high melting point; 1
2(b) filtration / filter; 1
2(c)(i) breakdown of an ionic compound by the passage of electricity 2
(1 mark for breakdown of a compound by the passage of / using electricity)
2(c)(ii) 3
two electrodes dipping into a liquid and connected to power supply; 1
anode OR cathode correctly labelled / positive OR negative electrode correctly labelled; 1
electrolyte labelled; 1
2(d) saves valuable resources / saves energy / reduces pollution / saves waste / saves named resource / reduces need for 1
mining ore;

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3(a)(i) black / grey-black / grey; 1

3(a)(ii) (boiling point) increases down the Group / decreases up the Group; 1
3(a)(iii) 2
liquid; 1
–50 °C is above the melting but below the boiling point / –50 °C is between the melting point and the boiling point; 1
3(b)(i) 2
potassium bromide; 1
astatine; 1
3(b)(ii) bromine is less reactive than chlorine / chlorine more reactive than bromine; 1
3(c) 220.5 2
(1 mark for 1 correct row, e.g. (3 × 16 =) 48 or (1 × 35.5 =) 35.5)
3(d) 2
methyl orange is red / pink in hydrochloric acid; 1
methyl orange is yellow / orange in sodium hydroxide; 1
3(e) 3
chromatography paper in beaker; 1
bottom of chromatography paper dipping in solvent / liquid; 1
chromatography paper / filter paper correctly labelled OR solvent / liquid correctly labelled; 1

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4(a) compound containing carbon and hydrogen only; 1

4(b) any 5 of: 5
• petroleum vaporised (in furnace);
• column is hot at the bottom and cool at the top;
• smaller / lighter molecules move higher up the column ora;
• fractions with lower boiling points move further up column ora;
• smaller / lighter molecules have lower boiling points ora;
• fractions condense when the temperature in the column falls below the (average) boiling point of the fraction;
4(c)(i) the higher the values of the boiling range, the greater the number of (carbon) atoms / boiling range is higher, the 1
greater the number of (carbon) atoms / the more atoms, the more energy it takes to boil;
4(c)(ii) 52%; 1
4(c)(iii) A; 1
4(c)(iv) road surfaces / roofing / cattle sprays / synthetic crude oil / battery sealant / treating fences / waterproofing; 1
4(d)(i) high temperature / heat; 1
4(d)(ii) C5H10; 1

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5(a) maximum 4 from: 5

• high melting point / high boiling point;
• high density;
• conducts heat / conducts electricity;
• hard / strong;
• malleable / ductile;
• sonorous;
• silvery / shiny;
• magnetic;

maximum 3 from:
• reacts with oxygen / rusts;
• reacts with steam;
• reacts with chlorine;
• catalytic activity;
5(b)(i) 2
low melting point / low boiling point; 1
does not conduct electricity; 1
5(b)(ii) 2
carbon monoxide is given off; 1
(carbon monoxide) is poisonous / toxic; 1

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6(a) reversible reaction; 1

6(b) 2
high temperature / heat; 1
catalyst / correctly named catalyst; 1
6(c) 2
exothermic; 1
products have less energy than reactants; 1
6(d)(i) (percentage yield) decreases as temperature increases; 1
6(d)(ii) 32%; 1
6(e)(i) structure of ethanol completed to show all atoms and all bonds; 1
6(e)(ii) any suitable use, e.g. fuel / solvent; 1
6(e)(iii) 2
2 (CO2); 1
3 (H2O); 1

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7(a) open the stopcock / open the tap / allow sulfuric acid to drip onto the iron; 1
7(b)(i) reaction complete / reaction finished / no more sulfuric acid left; 1
7(b)(ii) 3 minutes / 180 s (unit required); 1
7(b)(iii) 2
line of steeper gradient than the one shown on the grid and starting at (0, 0); 1
line ends at the same volume as the one shown on the grid but reaches this volume sooner; 1
7(c) 2
faster reaction / rate increases / reaction speeds up; 1
(zinc) powder has larger surface area ora; 1
7(d)(i) (substance containing) 2 or more different atoms bonded / joined together; 1
7(d)(ii) named sulfur ore, e.g. zinc sulfide / underground deposits of element; 1
7(d)(iii) preservative / bleach / papermaking / wine-making; 1

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8(a) 2
volume decreases as pressure increases; 1
reference to rate of change is more rapid at first / rate of change decreases / correct reference to curve; 1
8(b) (distance) increases; 1
8(c)(i) carbon dioxide loses oxygen; 1
8(c)(ii) “reaction of an acid with a metal oxide” box ticked; 1
8(c)(iii) any 2 from: 2
• climate change / more extreme weather;
• desertification;
• melting ice caps;
• rise in sea levels / increased flooding of low-lying areas;
• temperature of atmosphere / oceans increases;
• habitat loss;

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Paper 3 Core Theory October/November 2016
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

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examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge is publishing the mark schemes for the October/November 2016 series for most
®
Cambridge IGCSE , Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level
components.

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1(a)(i) H / hydrogen 1

1(a)(ii) H / hydrogen 1

1(a)(iii) S / sulfur 1

1(a)(iv) Ca / calcium 1

1(a)(v) Al / aluminium 1

1(b)(i) atoms 1
with the same number of protons but different number of neutrons 1
OR
atoms 1
of the same element with different number of neutrons 1

1(b)(ii) 124 1

1(b)(iii) 80 1

1(b)(iv) 78 1

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2(a)(i) any 2 from: 2

• more Na+ ions in sample B ORA
• more Cl– ions in sample B ORA
• more Mg2+ ions in sample B ORA
• more HCO3– ions in sample A ORA
• more Ca2+ ions in sample A ORA
• more K+ ions in sample A ORA
• more SiO32– ions in sample A ORA

2(a)(ii) Mg2+ 1

2(a)(iii) 2 mg = [2] 2

200
× (10) = [1]
1000
OR
0.2 × (10) = [1]

2(b) test: flame test / description of flame test 2

result: yellow (flame)

2(c) Brownian (motion) 1

2(d)(i) indicates a reversible reaction 1

2(d)(ii) dip (indicator) paper in solution / put (indicator paper) in solution 1

compare the colour with the (colour) chart / different colours represent different pH values 1

2(d)(iii) absorbs heat / absorbs infra-red radiation / causes global warming 1

2(d)(iv) gas: methane 1

source: gases from (digestion in) animals / swamps / decomposition of vegetation / rice paddy fields / fracking / 1
melting of permafrost /

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3(a) 2 electrons in the outer shell 1

inner shells correct (2, 8, 8) 1

3(b) 2
cathode
electrolyte
anode

3(c) H2 (on right) 1

2(H2O) (on left) 1

3(d) 4
manufacture (max = [2])
• limestone / calcium carbonate heated
• thermal decomposition
• heated in kiln / heated in current of air / coke for heating / carbon for heating

uses (max = [2])

• neutralise acidic waste / treating flue gases
• neutralise acidic soils
• steelmaking / removing impurities in iron
• (lime) mortar / cement / plaster / lime wash
• slaked lime / limewater

equation (max = [2])

• e.g. calcium carbonate → calcium oxide + carbon dioxide
• calcium oxide + acid → calcium salt + water

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4(a) any 3 from: 3

• diffusion
• particles move / motion of particles
• (movement is) random / in any direction / in all directions
• particles spread out / particles mix
• particles move from high to low concentration

4(b)(i) energy (production) / power (production) 1

4(b)(ii) any suitable use, e.g. treatment of cancer / tracer / thyroid function / sterilising (medical) instruments / 1

4(b)(iii) average mass of atoms (of an element) 1

(on a scale where) the 12C atom has a mass of (exactly) 12 (units) 1

4(c)(i) Cl2 (on left) 1

2(KCl) (on right) 1

4(c)(ii) any suitable use, e.g. sterilising / killing bacteria / swimming pools / bleach / 1

4(c)(iii) acidic because chlorine is a non-metal / acidic because chlorine is on the right of the Periodic Table 1

4(c)(iv) goes colourless / bleached / (goes) white 1

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5(a)(i) the more carbon, the higher the strength ORA 1

5(a)(ii) 1
(no) the melting point range does not increase regularly / the melting point range goes up and down / the melting
point range remains fairly constant
OR
(yes) the more carbon, the greater the melting point range / the difference between the higher and lower number is
greater with more carbon
OR
(yes) the average melting point range is higher the more carbon (except for D) / the general trend is for a higher
melting point range with more carbon

5(a)(iii) D because it is resistant to corrosion 1

5(b) A 1

5(c)(i) gives strength / so the wire does not break / so the wire does not sag / for support 1

5(c)(ii) use: any suitable use, e.g. food container / saucepan / aircraft body / 1
property: any suitable property related to the use, e.g.(food container) resistant to acidic foods / (saucepan) good 1
conductor of heat / (aircraft body) low density /

5(d)(i) Al / aluminium 1
it gains oxygen 1

5(d)(ii) exothermic because the reactants have more energy than the products / exothermic because the products have 1
less energy than the reactants

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6(a) 4
effect on indicator (max = [1])
• turn (blue) litmus red
• turn methyl orange red / pink

reaction with metals (max = [1])

• react with metals to produce hydrogen
• react with metals to form a salt

reaction with bases (max = [1])

• react with bases to form a salt and water

reaction with carbonates (max = [1])

• react with carbonates to form a salt and water
• react with carbonates to form carbon dioxide

one other effect / reaction (max = [1])

• e.g. have a sour taste / pH below 7 / another property selected from the bullet points above

6(b)(i) density decreases as the number of carbon atoms increases ORA 1

6(b)(ii) values between and including 170 (°C)–220 (°C) 1

6(b)(iii) solid 1
its melting point is above 15 °C / 15 °C is below its melting point 1

6(b)(iv) displayed structure of COOH group showing all of the atoms and all of the bonds 1

6(b)(v) 88 2
4 × C OR 8 × H OR 2 × O OR C = 48 OR O = 32 scores [1]

6(c) physical / chemical / physical 2

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7(a) A = melting / fusion 1

B = boiling / vaporisation 1

7(b) arrangement: irregular / random / no fixed position / no (fixed) arrangement 2

motion: rapid / fast / random

7(c) any suitable use, e.g. tyre manufacture / making sulfur dioxide / making sulfuric acid / pesticide / insecticide / 1

7(d) sulfur dioxide is formed 1

sulfur dioxide causes irritation of the throat (OR nose OR lungs OR eyes or skin) 1

7(e)(i) C4H4S 1

7(e)(ii) speeds up the rate of a reaction 1

7(e)(iii) 25.2 (g) 1

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Paper 3 Core Theory October/November 2016
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

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1(a)(i) K / potassium 1

1(a)(ii) Cu / copper 1

1(a)(iii) C / carbon 1

1(a)(iv) He / helium 1

1(a)(v) Fe / iron 1

1(b) number of protons: 47 and 47 1

number of electrons: 47 and 47 1
number of neutrons: 60 and 62 1

Question Answer Mark

2(a)(i) any 2 from: 2

• more Cl – in A ORA
• more HCO3– in A ORA
• more Ca2+ in A ORA
• more Na+ in B ORA
• more K+ in B ORA
• more SiO32– in B ORA
• more Mg2+ in B ORA

2(a)(ii) Ca2+ 1

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2(a)(iii) 1.5 mg = [2] 2

100
× (15) = [1]
1000
OR
0.1 × (15) = [1]

2(b) test: add (nitric acid and) silver nitrate 1

result: white precipitate 1

2(c) the random movement of particles in a suspension 1

2(d) silicon is a non-metal / silicon is on the right-hand side of the Periodic Table 1

2(e)(i) decreases (as temperature increases) 1

2(e)(ii) 11.5 (mg / dm3) 1

2(e)(iii) increases because chemical reaction(s) are faster at higher temperatures / reactions with iron are faster at higher 1
temperatures / reactions with metals are faster at higher temperatures
OR
decreases because less oxygen is dissolved at higher temperatures

2(f) filtration 1
treatment with chlorine / chlorination 1

2(g)(i) any suitable source, e.g. car (exhausts) / lightning / furnaces / 1

2(g)(ii) breathing difficulties / irritation to nose (OR lungs OR eyes OR throat or skin) 1

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3(a) water 1
(water) is losing oxygen 1

3(b)(i) rock from which metal is extracted / rock containing (high proportion of) a metal (compound) 1

3(b)(ii) to burn the coke / to form carbon monoxide 1

3(b)(iii) calcium silicate 1

3(b)(iv) S on or in 2nd pipe from the bottom on the right / just outside this pipe 1

3(c) 4
impurities named (max = [1])
• e.g. carbon / sulfur / phosphorous / silicon

removal of impurities (max = [1])

• oxygen blown into iron / oxygen blast
• calcium oxide added / lime added
• sulfur oxidised to sulfur dioxide
• sulfur dioxide escapes as gas
• carbon oxidised to carbon dioxide
• carbon dioxide escapes as a gas
• phosphorous oxidised to phosphorous oxide
• silicon oxidised to silicon dioxide
• slag formed / calcium silicate formed
• slag floats on surface of steel

relevant word equation (max = [1])

• e.g. sulfur + oxygen → sulfur dioxide
• carbon + oxygen → carbon dioxide

one other relevant piece of information about impurities / reaction (max = [1])

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4(a) the sample is impure 1

4(b) any 3 from: 3

• diffusion
• particles move / motion of particles
• (movement is) random / in any direction / in all directions
• particles spread out / particles mix
• particles move from high to low concentration

4(c) red 1

4(d)(i) (metal) salt 1

water 1

4(d)(ii) filtration / filter 1

4(d)(iii) E, B, C, A, D 2

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5(a)(i) CaO 1
CO2 1

5(a)(ii) (thermal) decomposition 1

5(a)(iii) 100 = [2] 2

Ar = 40 (Ca), 12 (C),16 (O) = [1]

5(b) any 2 from: 2

• compound has a fixed composition / mixture has not got a fixed composition
• (components of) compound cannot separated (by physical means) / (components of) mixture can be
separated (by physical means)
• compound has different properties from the elements it has been made from / substances in a mixture
have the same properties as those used to make the mixture

5(c) concrete is weaker / steel is stronger 1

5(d) oxygen / air 1

water 1

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6(a)(i) hydrocarbon: (compounds which) contain carbon and hydrogen only 1

fraction: 1
• molecules with certain number(s) of carbon atoms / molecules with (limited) range of carbon atoms OR
• (limited) range of boiling points OR
• molecules of certain sizes / (limited) range of sizes

6(a)(ii) naphtha: making chemicals / making alkenes 1

kerosene: fuel for planes / fuel for heating / making alkenes 1

6(b) 4
comment on alkenes (max = [1])
• alkenes have C=C / are unsaturated

reference to homologous series (max = [3])

• family of similar carbon compounds / similar organic compounds
• (same) functional group
• similar chemical properties
• trend in physical properties
• (same) general formula / CnH2n
• differ by CH2

6(c)(i) (yes) there is general trend from propene to hexane / (yes) the numbers go up in both columns 1

6(c)(ii) any value between 35 (°C)–85 (°C) inclusive 1

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6(c)(iii) liquid 1
–60 °C is between the melting and boiling point / the melting point is lower than –60 °C but the boiling point is 1
higher (than –60 °C)

6(d) correct structure of ethane showing all of the atoms and all of the bonds 1

6(e) C4H8 1
C8H18 1

Question Answer Mark

7(a) air would react with sodium / argon is unreactive / argon makes the atmosphere inert / sodium does not react with 1
argon

7(b) D–E 1

7(c)(i) any 2 from: 2

• gas spreads everywhere / liquid spreads over a surface
• gas has no fixed volume / liquid has fixed volume
• gas has no surface / liquid has (definite) surface
• gas can be compressed / liquid cannot be compressed

7(c)(ii) arrangement: no (fixed) arrangement / random / irregular 1

motion: slow / sliding over each other / slipping over each other 1

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7(d)(i) any 2 from: 2

• high melting point / high boiling point
• high density
• catalytic activity
• has several oxidation states
• forms coloured compounds
• hard / strong

7(d)(ii) Nb2Cl10 1

7(d)(iii) any 2 from: 2

• does not conduct electricity / heat
• has a low melting point / has a low boiling point
• insoluble in water / soluble in organic solvent

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Paper 3 Core Theory October/November 2016
MARK SCHEME
Maximum Mark: 80

Published

This mark scheme is published as an aid to teachers and candidates, to indicate the requirements of the
examination. It shows the basis on which Examiners were instructed to award marks. It does not indicate the
details of the discussions that took place at an Examiners’ meeting before marking began, which would have
considered the acceptability of alternative answers.

Mark schemes should be read in conjunction with the question paper and the Principal Examiner Report for
Teachers.

Cambridge will not enter into discussions about these mark schemes.

Cambridge is publishing the mark schemes for the October/November 2016 series for most
®
Cambridge IGCSE , Cambridge International A and AS Level components and some Cambridge O Level
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1(a)(i) O / oxygen 1

1(a)(ii) Li / lithium 1

1(a)(iii) Cr / chromium 1

1(a)(iv) Br / bromine 1

1(a)(v) Ar / argon 1

1(b) titanium 1
lowest density 1
strong / resistant to corrosion 1

Question Answer Marks

2(a)(i) phosphate / PO43– 1

2(a)(ii) sulfate 1

2(a)(iii) 0.5 (g) 1

2(b) test:
aluminium / magnesium / Devarda’s alloy 1
sodium hydroxide / strong alkali (and warm) 1
result: gas given off turns (red) litmus blue 1

2(c)(i) filtration / filter 1

2(c)(ii) carbohydrate AND protein 1

2(c)(iii) random / zigzag / go anywhere / irregular 1

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2(d)(i) any 2 from: 2

• improve growth of plants
• increase protein (in plants)
• fertilisers add nitrogen / nitrates / phosphorous / phosphates / potassium
• to put back nitrogen / nitrates / phosphorous / phosphates / potassium into the soil

2(d)(ii) ammonia is produced / formed 1

(ammonia) is a gas 1

Question Answer Marks

3(a) 5
conditions required for ethanol manufacture by fermentation (max = [3])
• uses yeast
• uses glucose / sugar(s)
• anaerobic / no oxygen present
• room temperature / quoted temperature between 10 (°C)–40 (°C) (inclusive)
• aqueous conditions / water needed
• pH 7 / near pH 7 / neutral

conditions required for ethanol manufacture by hydration of ethene (max = [3])

• uses high temperature / heat
• uses a catalyst
• uses high pressure
• uses water / steam

equation (max = [2])

• ethene + water / steam → ethanol
• glucose → ethanol + carbon dioxide

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3(b)(i) Liquid 1
room temperature is between the melting point and boiling point (of methanol) / room temperature is above the 1
melting point but below the boiling point (of methanol)

3(b)(ii) values between 125(°C)–145 (ºC) inclusive 1

3(b)(iii) increases with (increasing) number of carbon atoms 1

3(c)(i) structure of ethanol showing all of the atoms and all of the bonds 2
OH instead of O─H and rest of structure correct = [1]

3(c)(ii) any suitable use, e.g. fuel / sterilisation / antiseptic solvent / making a named chemical, e.g. ethanoic acid / 1

Question Answer Marks

4(a) any 3 from: 3

• diffusion
• particles move / motion of particles
• (movement is) random / in any direction / in all directions
• particles spread out / particles mix
• particles move from high to low concentration

4(b) in pure water: blue 1

in a strongly acidic solution: yellow 1

4(c)(i) A (volumetric) pipette 1

B burette 1

4(c)(ii) add (a few drops of) indicator to the flask 1

slowly add acid (from the burette) into the alkali 1
(until indicator) changes colour / until (alkali) neutralised / until neutral 1

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5(a)(i) endothermic because heating is needed 1

5(a)(ii) arrow(s) pointing in both directions / ⇌ 1

5(b)(i) C in or just outside the tube at the top left 1

L in or just outside the tube at the bottom right 1

5(b)(ii) to produce a high temperature / for heat(ing) 1

5(c) any 2 from: 2

• plants / crops do not grow well if the soil is too acidic
• increases the pH of the soil / makes the soil less acidic
• neutralises the acid

5(d)(i) test: (aqueous) barium chloride / (aqueous) barium nitrate 1

result: white precipitate / white solid 1

5(d)(ii) SiO2 / Si6O12 1

5(e)(i) pH 12 1

5(e)(ii) H2O 1

5(e)(iii) any 3 from: 3

• (limewater absorbs) carbon dioxide
• (carbon dioxide) from the air
• carbon dioxide dissolves in limewater
• carbon dioxide (solution) is slightly acidic / carbon dioxide is an acidic oxide
• idea that carbon dioxide reacts with / neutralises calcium hydroxide / neutralises limewater / neutralises the
solution
• pH (of limewater / solution) falls / pH goes down
• calcium carbonate is formed

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6(a)(i) (in order of their) atomic number / proton number 1

6(a)(ii) less metallic across a period / metals on left of Periodic Table and non-metals on right of Periodic Table / electrical 1
conductivity decreases / pattern in melting (or boiling) points (increases to a maximum then decreases)

6(a)(iii) any 2 from: 2

• density increases
• melting / boiling point decreases
• hardness decreases
• reactivity increases

6(b)(i) from: colourless / (light) green 1

to: brown 1

6(b)(ii) iodine is more reactive than astatine ORA 1

6(c)(i) H2 (on left) 1

2(HCl) (on right) 1

6(c)(ii) one pair of bonding electrons between H and Cl 1

6 non-bonding electrons around Cl and none around H 1

6(c)(iii) lithium chloride 1

water 1

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7(a) A condensation / condensing / condense 1

B freezing / solidification 1

7(b) arrangement: regular 1

motion: (only) vibrating / not moving (from place to place) 1

7(c) acidic because phosphorous is a non-metal / phosphorous is on the right-hand side of the Periodic Table 1

7(d) any 2 from: 2

• does not conduct electricity / heat
• has a low melting point / boiling point
• insoluble in water / soluble in organic solvents

7(e) sulfur dioxide is produced 1

harmful effect of sulfur dioxide, e.g. acid rain / named effect of acid rain, e.g. corrodes metals / death of trees / kills 1
organisms in lakes / irritation to lungs (or eyes / skin / nose / throat) /

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Paper 3 Theory (Core) For Examination from 2016
SPECIMEN MARK SCHEME
1 hour 15 minutes

MAXIMUM MARK: 80

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mark scheme abbreviations

; separates marking points

/ alternative responses for the same marking point

not do not allow

allow accept the response

ecf error carried forward

avp any valid point

ora or reverse argument

owtte or words to that effect

underline actual word given must be used by candidate (grammatical variants excepted)

() the word / phrase in brackets is not required but sets the context

max indicates the maximum number of marks

Any [number] from: accept the [number] of valid responses

note: additional marking guidance

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1 (a) diamond:
covalent;
giant structure / macromolecule;
chlorine: any two of:
molecule;
covalent;
diatomic; [4]

(b) C6Cl12 [1]

(c) (i) green / yellow-green / light green [1]

(ii) value between 2.5–4(.0) (g per dm3) (actual = 3.12) [1]

(iii) increases [1]

(d) (i) potassium bromide [1]

not: potassium bromine

iodine [1]
not: iodide

(ii) chlorine is more reactive than bromine / ora [1]

not: chloride is more reactive than bromide

(e) solubility in water:

ionic compounds are soluble and molecular compounds are not soluble [1]
note: both needed for mark

electrical conductivity:
ionic compounds conduct electricity when molten / in (aqueous) solution
and molecular compounds do not [1]
note: both needed for mark

2 (a) Br2 [1]

(b) Any three of: [3]

• bromine evaporates / liquid evaporates;
• more energetic particles change from liquid to vapour or gas;
• diffusion;
• random movement of particles / particles move everywhere / air and bromine particles
are moving;
• (bromine and air) particles get mixed up / collision of bromine and air particles;
allow: molecules in place of particles

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3 (a) E / nitrogen (di)oxide / NO2 [1]

(b) B / potassium nitrate / KNO3 [1]

(c) A / ammonia / NH3 [1]

(d) E / nitrogen (di)oxide / NO2 [1]

(e) C / NI3 / nitrogen (tri)iodide [1]

(f) B / potassium nitrate / KNO3 [1]

4 (a) calcium oxide [1]

allow: CaO

(b) thermal decomposition [1]

(c) carbon dioxide has been removed from the limestone / it comes from the limestone / carbon
dioxide is a product [1]

(d) neutralising acidic soils / treating acidic lakes / flue gas desulfurisation
allow: any suitable use [1]

(e) temperature of Bunsen / distance of Bunsen from the tube / mass of carbonate used / owtte
[1]

(f) (i) calcium carbonate [1]

(ii) 27 (cm3) [1]

(iii) calcium faster than strontium which is faster than barium / idea of
trend down the group; [1]
correct trend, i.e. less rapid reaction the further down the group / ora; [1]

(g) add acid to carbonate; [1]

bubble gas or carbon dioxide (evolved) through limewater / test gas or carbon
dioxide with limewater; [1]
limewater goes milky or cloudy; [1]

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5 (a) Any three of:

high melting / boiling point;
high density;
form coloured compounds or have coloured ions;
form ions of more than one charge / variable valency / variable oxidation state;
allow: form complex ions; hard / hardness; catalysts; [3]

(b) (i) different number of neutrons / different nucleon number [1]

(ii) 31 [1]

(iii) 23 [1]

(c) suitable method, e.g. coating with paint / zinc / unreactive metal / plastic / oil / grease /
galvanising / sacrificial protection; [1]
suitable reason, e.g. stops air / water reaching surface; [1]
note: reason must be consequential to the method chosen

(d) Any two of:

recycling promotes sustainable development / owtte;
uses less energy than extraction;
preserves limited natural resources;
correct reference to cost;
reference to landfill; [2]

(e) Fe2O3 / iron oxide; [1]

it loses oxygen / gains electrons / iron decreases oxidation number; [1]

(f) (i) incomplete combustion / insufficient or limited or not enough oxygen [1]

(ii) toxic / suffocates you / stops red blood cells carrying oxygen / binds with hemoglobin in
place of oxygen [1]

6 (a) break down (of substance / electrolyte) by electricity / splitting up of substance by electricity /
decomposition by electricity [1]
allow: current / voltage for electricity

(b) anode [1]

(c) hydrogen [1]

allow: H2

(d) platinum; [1]

inert; [1]

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(e) (i) 2,8,7 as shown in an electron shell diagram [1]

(ii) pair of electrons between two chlorine atoms; [1]

rest of electrons correct; [1]

(iii) (damp) litmus (paper) / Universal indicator (paper); [1]

allow: indicator paper / pH paper

bleaches / goes white / goes red then bleaches; [1]

(f) (i) calcium chloride + water (1 mark each) [2]

not: calcium chlorine

(ii) 2 on left; [1]

H2 on right; not: 2H [1]

7 (a) (i) 78 (%) [1]

allow: 78–80

(ii) Any two of: [2]

carbon dioxide; argon; neon; xenon; helium; radon; water;
not: hydrogen

(b) (i) decreases / gets less / gets lower / gets used up [1]

(ii) increases / gets more / greater [1]

(c) any suitable use e.g. electrical conductor / electrical wiring / saucepans [1]

8 (a) (i) (group of) molecules with similar boiling points / (group of) molecules with similar relative
molecular masses / molecules with limited range of boiling points / molecules with limited
range of molecular masses / molecules coming off at the same place in the fractionation
column / owtte [1]

(ii) C10H22
allow: reasonable mixtures, e.g. C7H16 + C3H6 [1]

(b) refinery gas: (fuel) for heating / (fuel) for cars / (fuel) for cooking; [1]
gasoline: (fuel) for cars / mowers etc.; [1]

(c) unsaturated: contains double bonds / contains C=C bonds; [1]

hydrocarbon: containing carbon and hydrogen only; [1]

(d) (i) 1st box down ticked (catalytic addition of steam) [1]

(ii) correct structure of ethanol; [1]

bond between O-H; [1]

(e) monomers; [1]

polymers; [1]

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