Edexcel Jan 2015 (IAL) Paper 1 Q24

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24 A model of the atom describes a nucleus containing protons and neutrons surrounded by electrons in energy levels. (a) Complete the table below. (3) Sub-atomic particle Relative mass Relative charge proton neutron electron (b) State, in terms of the sub-atomic particles present, the meaning of the term isotopes. (2)(c) The element rubidium exists as the isotopes 85Rb and 87Rb. (i) Explain how gaseous atoms of rubidium are ionized in a mass spectrometer. (2)(ii) In a sample of rubidium, the isotope 85Rb has an abundance 2.5 times greater than that of 87Rb. Calculate the relative atomic mass of rubidium in this sample. Give your answer to one decimal place. (3) Relative atomic mass =20 *P45041A02024*<br />
 (d) The diagram below illustrates a model of the metallic bonding in rubidium. Write appropriate labels in the two empty boxes in order to complete the diagram. (2) (Total for Question 24 = 12 marks) *P45041A02124* 21 Turn over<br />

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