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KARNATAKA STATE BOARD CLASS 12 SECOND PUC CHEMISTRY 2025-2

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Q1 mcq 1 mark
When compared to $\Delta T_f$ - value of a 0.01M glucose solution, the $\Delta T_f$ - value of 0.01M $MgCl_2$ solution
a.
increases about three times Correct Answer
b.
increases about six times
c.
increases about ten times
d.
remains same
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Freezing point depression $\Delta T_f = i \cdot K_f \cdot m$. For glucose (non-electrolyte), the van't Hoff factor $i = 1$. For $MgCl_2$ (strong electrolyte), $MgCl_2 \rightarrow Mg^{2+} + 2Cl^-$, so $i = 3$. Since the molality $m$ is the same, $\Delta T_f$ for $MgCl_2$ is 3 times that of glucose.
Q2 mcq 1 mark
The product/s obtained during the electrolysis of aqueous sodium chloride solution is/are
a.
$H_2$ only
b.
Na metal only
c.
Na and $Cl_2$
d.
$H_2$, $Cl_2$ and NaOH Correct Answer
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During the electrolysis of aqueous NaCl, the reactions are: At cathode: $2H_2O + 2e^- \rightarrow H_2(g) + 2OH^-$; At anode: $2Cl^- \rightarrow Cl_2(g) + 2e^-$. Sodium ions remain in the solution, resulting in $NaOH(aq)$. Thus, $H_2$, $Cl_2$, and $NaOH$ are the products.
Q3 mcq 1 mark
All natural and artificial radioactive decay of unstable nuclei take place by
a.
zero order kinetics
b.
first order kinetics Correct Answer
c.
second order kinetics
d.
third order kinetics
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Radioactive decay follows first-order kinetics where the rate of disintegration is directly proportional to the number of radioactive nuclei present at that time, expressed as $Rate = \lambda N$.
Q4 mcq 1 mark
The energy required to form activated complex is known as
a.
Kinetic energy
b.
Potential energy
c.
Activation energy Correct Answer
d.
Collision frequency
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Activation energy ($E_a$) is defined as the minimum extra amount of energy absorbed by a reactant system to reach the transition state or activated complex to convert into products.
Q5 mcq 1 mark
Which of the following statements is NOT correct?
a.
KMnO$_{4}$ oxidises iodide ion to iodine in acid medium
b.
Permanganate is diamagnetic
c.
Copper liberates hydrogen from acids
d.
Ti$^{2+}$ liberates hydrogen from dilute acids

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Q6 mcq 1 mark
The most stable complex in the following complexes is
a.
[Fe(CO)$_{5}$]
b.
[Fe(CN)$_{6}$]$^{3\text{--}}$
c.
[Fe(H$_{2}$O)$_{6}$]$^{3+}$
d.
[Fe(C$_{2}$O$_{4}$)$_{3}$]$^{3\text{--}}$ Correct Answer
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The complex $[Fe(C_2O_4)_3]^{3-}$ is the most stable because $C_2O_4^{2-}$ is a bidentate ligand, leading to the chelate effect, which significantly increases the stability of coordination complexes compared to monodentate ligands.
Q7 mcq 1 mark
Match the List – I (complex) with List – II (central metal) and select the correct option. List I: A. Blood pigment, B. Chlorophyll, C. Vitamin B$_{12}$, D. Wilkinson Catalyst List II: i) Rh, ii) Co, iii) Mg, iv) Fe
a.
A – i, B – ii, C – iii, D – iv
b.
A – iv, B – iii, C – ii, D – i Correct Answer
c.
A – iv, B – ii, C – iii, D – i
d.
A – i, B – iii, C – ii, D – iv
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Blood pigment (Hemoglobin) contains Iron (iv), Chlorophyll contains Magnesium (iii), Vitamin $B_{12}$ contains Cobalt (ii), and Wilkinson catalyst is Chlorotris(triphenylphosphine)rhodium(I) (i). Matching leads to A-iv, B-iii, C-ii, D-i.
Q8 mcq 1 mark
The main product obtained when alkyl halides react with AgCN is
a.
cyanide
b.
isocyanide Correct Answer
c.
alkyl nitrite
d.
nitroalkane
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AgCN is a covalent compound. The nitrogen atom has a lone pair of electrons available for bonding, while the carbon is involved in a coordinate bond with silver. Consequently, the nitrogen attacks the alkyl halide to form isocyanide ($R-NC$).
Q9 mcq 1 mark
The compound used for the treatment of malaria is
a.
chloroquine Correct Answer
b.
chloramphenicol
c.
halothane
d.
chloroform
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Chloroquine is an antimalarial drug. Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic, halothane is an anaesthetic, and chloroform is a solvent/anaesthetic, making (a) the correct choice.
Q10 mcq 1 mark
Which of the following is benzylic alcohol?
a.
C$_{6}$H$_{5}$ – CH$_{2}$ – CH$_{2}$OH
b.
CH$_{3}$C$_{6}$H$_{5}$ – CH$_{2}$ – CH – OH
c.
C$_{6}$H$_{5}$ – CH$_{2}$ OH Correct Answer
d.
CH$_{3}$CH$_{2}$OH
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Benzylic alcohols are those in which the -OH group is attached to an $sp^3$ hybridized carbon atom bonded directly to an aromatic ring. $C_{6}H_{5} – CH_{2}OH$ fits this definition perfectly. Option (a) is a phenethyl alcohol, (b) is incorrectly written/substituted, and (d) is an aliphatic alcohol.
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Q11 mcq 1 mark
Among the following, the compound with highest pKa value is
a.
o – nitrophenol
b.
phenol
c.
p – nitrophenol
d.
ethanol
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Q12 mcq 1 mark
In Clemmensen reduction, carbonyl compound is treated with
a.
Zinc amalgam + conc.HNO$_{3}$
b.
Zinc amalgam + conc. HCl
c.
Sodium amalgam + conc. HNO$_{3}$
d.
Sodium amalgam + conc. HCl
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Q13 mcq 1 mark
The reagent that can be used to convert benzene diazonium chloride to benzene is
a.
H$_{3}$PO$_{2}$+ H$_{2}$O
b.
SnCl$_{2}$/HCl
c.
LiAlH$_{4}$
d.
H$_{3}$PO$_{4}$
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Q14 mcq 1 mark
The final product obtained in ammonolysis of alkyl halides is
a.
quaternary ammonium salt
b.
primary amine
c.
secondary amine
d.
tertiary amine
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Q15 mcq 1 mark
Statement – I: All naturally occurring $\alpha$ – aminoacids except glycine are optically active. Statement – II: Most naturally occurring aminoacids have 'D' configuration. Identify the correct option.
a.
Statement – I and Statement – II are correct
b.
Statement – I and Statement – II are incorrect
c.
Statement – I is correct and Statement – II is incorrect
d.
Statement – I is incorrect and Statement – II is correct
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Q16 short answer 1 mark
A catalyst does not alter _______.
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Q17 short answer 1 mark
_______ is an example of ambidentate ligand.
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Q18 short answer 1 mark
Phenol is converted to ______ on heating with zinc dust.
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Q19 short answer 1 mark
Adipic acid is used in the manufacture of _______.
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Q20 short answer 1 mark
The most abundant organic substance in plant kingdom is _______.
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Q21 short answer 2 marks
What are azeotropes? Give an example.
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Q22 short answer 2 marks
Draw the structures of $[Ni(CO)_4]$ and $[Co_2(CO)_8]$
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Q23 short answer 2 marks
Explain Fittig reaction with an example.
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Q24 short answer 2 marks
How do you convert isopropylbenzene into phenol? Write equations.
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Q25 short answer 2 marks
Write the Haworth structure of lactose.
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Q26 short answer 3 marks
What are interstitial compounds? Write any two characteristics of them.
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Q27 short answer 2 marks
Calculate the magnetic moment of $Fe^{2+}$ by using spin only formula (Atomic no. of Fe = 26)
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Q28 short answer 1 mark
Write the equation for the reaction of lanthanoids with oxygen.
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Q29 short answer 1 mark
Give reason for the following: $Zn^{2+}$ is colourless.
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Q29 short answer 3 marks
Write the IUPAC name of $[CoCl_2(en)_2]$. Draw the geometrical isomers of it.
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Q30 short answer 3 marks
Explain the hybridisation, geometry and magnetic property of $[Ni(CN)_4]^{2-}$ on the basis of valence bond theory (VBT). (Atomic number of Ni = 28)
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Q30 short answer 1 mark
Give reason for the following: Cerium shows +4 oxidation state.
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Q31 short answer 1 mark
Give reason for the following: Zr and Hf exhibit similar radii.
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Q32 short answer 3 marks
Write the cathodic, anodic and overall reactions occur in fuel cell using $H_2$ and $O_2$.
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Q34 short answer 2 marks
State Henry's law. Write its mathematical form.
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Q34 long answer 3 marks
Derive an integrated rate equation for the rate constant of a zero order reaction.
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Q35 short answer 1 mark
What is the effect of pressure on solubility of solids in liquids?
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Q37 short answer 2 marks
Define molar conductivity. Write its SI unit.
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Q38 short answer 1 mark
How much electricity (in terms of Faraday) is required for the oxidation of FeO to $Fe_2O_3$?
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Q40 long answer 3 marks
Aryl halides are less reactive than alkyl halides towards nucleophilic substitution reactions. Give any three reasons for it.
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Q41 short answer 3 marks
Calculate the mole fraction of benzene and carbon tetrachloride in a solution made by dissolving 20g of benzene in 80g of carbon tetrachloride. (Molar mass of benzene = 78g $mol^{-1}$, Molar mass of carbon tetrachloride = 154g $mol^{-1}$)
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Q41 long answer 2 marks
Write the general equation for Finkelstein reaction. What is the role of dry acetone in this reaction?
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Q42 long answer 3 marks
Write the equations for the steps in the mechanism of acid catalyzed dehydration of ethanol to ethene.
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Q42 short answer 3 marks
Determine the amount (in grams) of $CaCl_2$ (i = 2.47) dissolved in 2.5L of water such that its osmotic pressure is 0.75 atm at 27°C. (R = 0.0821 L.atm.$K^{-1}$.$mol^{-1}$, molar mass of $CaCl_2$ = 111 g.$mol^{-1}$)
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Q43 long answer 1 mark
Complete the following equations: (i) Phenol + 3 $Br_2$ -> _______ + 3HBr
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Q43 short answer 3 marks
At 25°C, the following reaction takes place in the cell which has $E^0_{cell} = 0.235V$. Calculate the standard Gibb's energy (F = 96500 C$mol^{-1}$). $2Fe^{3+}_{(aq)} + 2I^-_{(aq)} \rightarrow 2Fe^{2+}_{(aq)} + I_{2(s)}$
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Q44 long answer 1 mark
Complete the following equations: (ii) $C_2H_5Br + C_2H_5ONa$ -> _______ + NaBr
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Q44 short answer 3 marks
A solution of Ni $(NO_3)_2$ is electrolyzed between platinum electrodes using a current of 5A for 20 min. What mass of Ni is deposited at the cathode? (Atomic mass of Ni = 58.7, F = 96500 C $mol^{-1}$)
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Q45 long answer 3 marks
Identify the compounds A, B and C in the following equation: Benzene + CO, HCl / Anhyd $AlCl_3$ -> A A + conc. NaOH / $\Delta$ -> B + C
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Q45 short answer 3 marks
A first order reaction takes 40 min for 25% completion. Calculate rate constant of the reaction.
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Q46 short answer 3 marks
The rate constant for the first order decomposition of $H_2O_2$ is given by the following equation: log k = 14.34 – 1.25 × $10^4$ K/T. Calculate $E_a$ for the reaction. (R = 8.314 J.$K^{-1}$ $mol^{-1}$)
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Q46 long answer 2 marks
What is the composition of Tollens' reagent? Write the reaction of it with aldehydes in alkaline medium.
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Q47 long answer 2 marks
Explain Etard reaction with equation.
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Q48 long answer 2 marks
How will you prepare acetamide from acetic acid? Write the equations.
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Q49 long answer 1 mark
Between HCHO and $CH_3CH_2CHO$, which is the compound undergoing aldol reaction?
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Q50 short answer 1 mark
Complete the equation: Phenol + $3Br_2$ $\rightarrow$ _______ + $3HBr$
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Q51 short answer 1 mark
Complete the equation: $C_2H_5Br + C_2H_5ONa$ $\rightarrow$ _______ + NaBr
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Q52 long answer 3 marks
Identify the compounds A, B and C in the following equation: Benzene $\xrightarrow{CO, HCl, Anhyd AlCl_3}$ A $\xrightarrow{conc. NaOH, \Delta}$ B + C
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Q53 long answer 3 marks
Write the equations for the conversion of aniline into 4 – bromo aniline.
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Q54 short answer 2 marks
How do you distinguish between primary amine and secondary amine using Hinsberg's reagent?
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Q55 short answer 2 marks
What is peptide linkage? Write the structure of glycylalanine.
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Q56 short answer 1 mark
Write the chemical reactions to show that glucose contains Six carbon atoms in a straight chain.
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Q57 short answer 1 mark
Write the chemical reactions to show that glucose contains Primary alcoholic (–OH) group.
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Q58 short answer 1 mark
Name the disease caused by the deficiency of ascorbic acid.
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