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Pearson Edexcel International GCSE (9–1) · CHEMISTRY · Section

Kerosene

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  1. Question 1

    2 marks · Normal

    State two typical uses of kerosene.

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  2. Question 2

    1 mark · Normal

    Which of the following is a typical use of kerosene?

    1. A.As a fuel for jet aircraft
    2. B.As a coolant in refrigerators
    3. C.As a raw material for making plastics
    4. D.As a gas for filling balloons
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  3. Question 3

    2 marks · Normal

    State two uses of kerosene.

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  4. Question 4

    4 marks · Normal

    Kerosene is a fraction obtained from the distillation of crude oil. It is widely used in homes and industries.

    (a)

    State one use of kerosene in transport.

    [1 mark]
    (b)

    Name one use of kerosene in domestic settings.

    [1 mark]
    (c)

    Suggest one way kerosene is used in small heaters or lamps.

    [1 mark]
    (d)

    Explain why kerosene is chosen as a fuel for jet aircraft.

    [1 mark]
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  5. Question 5

    3 marks · Normal

    A domestic kerosene heater uses 2.5 litres of kerosene fuel per day. State one use of kerosene and calculate how many litres would be used in one week (7 days) if used at the same rate.

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  6. Question 6

    3 marks · Normal

    Kerosene is a useful fraction separated from crude oil.

    State three different uses of kerosene. For each use, explain briefly why kerosene is suitable for this purpose.

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  7. Question 7

    4 marks · Normal

    The table below shows different fuel types and some of their typical uses. Study the table and answer the questions that follow.

    Uses of Common Fuels
    FuelTypical Use
    Refinery gasLPG for heating and cooking
    Gasoline (petrol)Fuel for cars
    Kerosene?
    DieselFuel for lorries and some cars

    a) Complete the table by stating two uses of kerosene. (2 marks)

    b) Suggest one reason why kerosene is used as a fuel for jet aircraft, rather than gasoline. (2 marks)

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  8. Question 8

    4 marks · Normal

    Kerosene is a fraction obtained from the distillation of crude oil.

    (a)

    State one typical use of kerosene in transport.

    [1 mark]
    (b)

    Give one typical use of kerosene in the home.

    [1 mark]
    (c)

    Name one way kerosene is used for light or heating.

    [1 mark]
    (d)

    Why is kerosene preferred over petrol for jet aircraft?

    [1 mark]
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