DP Chemistry (last assessment 2024)
Question 19M.3.hl.TZ2.22d
| Date | May 2019 | Marks available | [Maximum mark: 1] | Reference code | 19M.3.hl.TZ2.22d |
| Level | hl | Paper | 3 | Time zone | TZ2 |
| Command term | State | Question number | d | Adapted from | N/A |
d.
[Maximum mark: 1]
19M.3.hl.TZ2.22d
A student synthesized aspirin, acetylsalicylic acid, in a school laboratory.
(d)
State why aspirin should not be taken with alcohol.
[1]
Markscheme
synergistic effect/increased toxicity
OR
increased risk of stomach/intestines bleeding/ulcers/heartburn
OR
increased risk of liver toxicity/damage
OR
increased risk of nausea/vomiting [✔]
Examiners report
This part was well answered by the majority of the candidates.
