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Uses of metals: CAIE IGCSE Chemistry questions

Every CAIE IGCSE Chemistry exam question on 9.2 Uses of metals, June 2024 and the specimen papers, with its mark scheme and examiner’s report.

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  1. Q3(c)

    June 2024 · Paper 3

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    June 2024 Paper 3, question 3(c): State two physical properties that explain why aluminium is used in overhead electrical cables. 1 2 [2]
  2. Q24

    Specimen · Paper 1

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    Specimen Paper 1, question 24: Which statement explains why aluminium is used in the manufacture of aircraft? A It conducts heat well. B It has a low density. C It is a good insulator. D It i
  3. Q25

    Specimen · Paper 2

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    Specimen Paper 2, question 25: Which statement explains why aluminium is used in the manufacture of aircraft? A It conducts heat well. B It has a low density. C It is a good insulator. D It i
  4. Q5(d)

    Specimen · Paper 3

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    Specimen Paper 3, question 5(d): State the property of aluminium given in Table 5.1 which makes it suitable for the manufacture of aircraft. [1]
All 4 questions on Uses of metals, as a list
  1. June 2024, Paper 3, Q3(c) (2 marks): State two physical properties that explain why aluminium is used in overhead electrical cables. 1 2 [2]
  2. Specimen, Paper 1, Q24 (1 mark): Which statement explains why aluminium is used in the manufacture of aircraft? A It conducts heat well. B It has a low density. C It is a good insulator. D It i
  3. Specimen, Paper 2, Q25 (1 mark): Which statement explains why aluminium is used in the manufacture of aircraft? A It conducts heat well. B It has a low density. C It is a good insulator. D It i
  4. Specimen, Paper 3, Q5(d) (1 mark): State the property of aluminium given in Table 5.1 which makes it suitable for the manufacture of aircraft. [1]

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