Pearson Edexcel International GCSE (9–1) · CHEMISTRY · Section
Kerosene
19 practice questions
Practice questions
11–19 of 19
Question 11
2 marks · Normal
Answer and see the solution →State two uses of kerosene.
Question 12
4 marks · Normal
Answer and see the solution →Kerosene is a fraction obtained from the distillation of crude oil. It is widely used in homes and industries.
(a)[1 mark]State one use of kerosene in transport.
(b)[1 mark]Name one use of kerosene in domestic settings.
(c)[1 mark]Suggest one way kerosene is used in small heaters or lamps.
(d)[1 mark]Explain why kerosene is chosen as a fuel for jet aircraft.
Question 13
3 marks · Normal
Answer and see the solution →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.
Question 14
3 marks · Normal
Answer and see the solution →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.
Question 15
4 marks · Normal
Answer and see the solution →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 Fuel Typical Use Refinery gas LPG for heating and cooking Gasoline (petrol) Fuel for cars Kerosene ? Diesel Fuel 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)
Question 16
4 marks · Normal
Answer and see the solution →Kerosene is a fraction obtained from the distillation of crude oil.
(a)[1 mark]State one typical use of kerosene in transport.
(b)[1 mark]Give one typical use of kerosene in the home.
(c)[1 mark]Name one way kerosene is used for light or heating.
(d)[1 mark]Why is kerosene preferred over petrol for jet aircraft?
Question 17
2 marks · Hard
Answer and see the solution →State two typical uses of kerosene, choosing each use from a different everyday context.
Question 18
5 marks · Hard
Answer and see the solution →Kerosene is an important hydrocarbon fraction obtained from crude oil. It is commonly used in different everyday situations.
(a)[1 mark]State one use of kerosene in transport.
(b)[1 mark]State one use of kerosene in the home.
(c)[1 mark]Describe another use of kerosene, not related to transport or the home.
(d)[2 marks]For one of the uses you have stated, explain briefly why kerosene is suitable for that purpose.
Question 19
2 marks · Hard
Answer and see the solution →Kerosene is widely used as a fuel in different settings. State one typical use of kerosene in transport and one typical use in buildings.