Chemistry A Level

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Atomic structure and chemical reactions, bonding, structure, basic concepts in organic chemistry, hydrocarbons, alcohols, halogenoalkanes, organic analysis, energy transfer in chemical reactions, environmental chemistry, organic acids and amines, polymers and synthesis, rates of reaction, chemical equilibrium, pH, group chemistry, the transition elements and the mole concept all taught with an emphasis on practical work, flash-bangs, colourful changes and stinky smells! Chemical concepts are taught through applications that are relevant to the world of today and tomorrow. All students wishing to take A level Chemistry must have achieved at least a B grade in Chemistry if they have studied Triple Science or two B grades if they have studied Double Science. They must have also achieved a minimum of a grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics.

Course information

Name: Chemistry A Level Qualification title: Chemistry A Level Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment In AS there are two papers, both are 1 hour 30 minutes. Paper 1 will focus on breadth in chemistry whilst Paper 2 will focus on depth in chemistry. Questions on practical skills will appear on both papers and both papers contain an element of synoptic assessment. In A level there are three papers, two are 2 hours 15 minutes long, the third is 1 hour 30 minutes. Papers 1 and 2 cover the content of physical, inorganic and organic chemistry. Paper 3 is synoptic and covers all aspects of the A level course. Questions on the relevant practical skills will appear in all three papers. There is also a practical endorsement which is awarded separately. Awarding Oxford Cambridge & RSA Examinations Created 20151118 15:47:04 Updated 20161019 11:18:35

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Provider

Darrick Wood School
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Lovibonds Avenue Town: Orpington County:Kent

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