Q22
2 marksVery Short AnswerSection B

(A) Show the formation of magnesium chloride by electron transfer. Write the name of the cation and anion present in the compound formed. (Atomic Number of Mg=12Mg = 12, Cl=17Cl = 17)

OR

(B) How is zinc extracted from its ore? Name the processes involved in the extraction and write chemical equations for the reactions that occur during these processes.

Metals and Non-metals
Metals and Non-metals
Official Answer

(A) MgMg2++2eMg \rightarrow Mg^{2+} + 2e^-

Cl2+2e2ClCl_2 + 2e^- \rightarrow 2Cl^-

Mg+Cl2MgCl2Mg + Cl_2 \rightarrow MgCl_2

The cation present in the compound is Mg2+Mg^{2+} and the anion is ClCl^-.


OR


(B) Zinc is extracted from its ore through the following processes:

  1. Concentration: Zinc blende (ZnS)(ZnS) is concentrated by froth floatation process.

ZnS+O2ZnO+SO2ZnS + O_2 \rightarrow ZnO + SO_2

  1. Roasting: Zinc oxide is then roasted in the presence of carbon to obtain zinc.

ZnO+CZn+COZnO + C \rightarrow Zn + CO

  1. Refining: The obtained zinc is then refined by electrolysis.
electron transfercationanionextraction of zincconcentrationroastingrefining

Marking Scheme

  • 1(A) 1 mark for the correct formation of magnesium chloride by electron transfer.
  • 2(B) 1 mark for describing the processes involved in the extraction of zinc from its ore.

Hint

(A) Identify the number of electrons to be transferred between magnesium and chlorine. (B) Describe the processes involved in the extraction of zinc from its ore.

Quick Oral Answer

Magnesium chloride is formed by the transfer of electrons from magnesium to chlorine. The cation present in the compound is Mg2+Mg^{2+} and the anion is ClCl^-. Zinc is extracted from its ore through the processes of concentration, roasting, and refining.

Analysis & Explanation

(A) Magnesium loses 2 electrons to form a stable ion, while chlorine gains 2 electrons to form a stable ion. The formation of magnesium chloride involves the transfer of electrons from magnesium to chlorine.


(B) The extraction of zinc from its ore involves the following processes: concentration, roasting, and refining. The chemical equations for the reactions that occur during these processes are also provided.

Common Mistakes

  1. 1Incorrect electronic configuration of magnesium and chlorine.
  2. 2Incorrect number of electrons transferred.
  3. 3Incorrect chemical equations for the reactions during extraction of zinc.

Interesting Facts

Magnesium is a highly reactive metal.

Chlorine is a highly reactive non-metal.

Zinc is an important metal used in various industries.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many marks does this question carry in CBSE Class 10 Science 2025?

This question carries 2 marks in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2025 examination.

Which chapter does this question come from in Science?

This question is from the chapter "Metals and Non-metals" in the CBSE Class 10 Science syllabus.

What topic does this question cover in Science?

This question covers the topic "Metals and Non-metals" from CBSE Class 10 Science.

What type of question is this in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2025 paper?

This is a Very Short Answer question from Section B in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2025 paper.