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Contents
Cambridge International A & AS Level Chemistry Syllabus code 9701

1. Introduction ..................................................................................... 2
1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Why choose Cambridge? Why choose Cambridge International A & AS Chemistry? Cambridge Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) How can I find out more?
2. Assessment at a glance .................................................................. 5 3. Syllabus aims and objectives ........................................................... 8

3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 Aims Assessment objectives Weighting of assessment objectives Additional information
4. Syllabus content ............................................................................ 12

4.1 Structure of the syllabus 4.2 Subject content
5. Practical assessment ..................................................................... 49

5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 Introduction Paper 3 Advanced Practical Skills 1/2 Paper 5 Apparatus and materials list Qualitative analysis notes
6. Appendix ....................................................................................... 72
6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5 6.6 Safety in the laboratory Summary of key quantities and units Mathematical requirements Information technology (IT) usage in A Level Chemistry Glossary of terms used in Science papers Data Booklet
Cambridge International A & AS Level Chemistry 9701. Examination in June and November 2013. UCLES 2010
7 . Additional information.................................................................... 96
7 .1 7 .2 7 .3 7 .4 7 .5 7 .6 Guided learning hours Recommended prior learning Progression Component codes Grading and reporting Resources
1. Introduction
1.1 Why choose Cambridge?

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Recognition
A Cambridge International A or AS Level is recognised around the world by schools, universities and employers. The qualifications are accepted as proof of academic ability for entry to universities worldwide, though some courses do require specific subjects. Cambridge International A Levels typically take two years to complete and offer a flexible course of study that gives students the freedom to select subjects that are right for them. Cambridge International AS Levels often represent the first half of an A Level course but may also be taken as a freestanding qualification. They are accepted in all UK universities and carry half the weighting of an A Level. University course credit and advanced standing is often available for Cambridge International A/AS Levels in countries such as the USA and Canada. Learn more at www.cie.org.uk/recognition.
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Cambridge International A & AS Level Chemistry 9701. Examination in June and November 2013.
1. Introduction
1.2 Why choose Cambridge International A & AS Level Chemistry?

Cambridge International A & AS Level Chemistry are accepted by universities and employers as proof of essential knowledge and ability. This syllabus is designed: to stimulate students, create and sustain their interest in Chemistry, and understand its relevance to society to give a thorough introduction to the study of Chemistry and scientific methods to develop skills and abilities that are relevant to the safe practice of science and to everyday life: concern for accuracy and precision, objectivity, integrity, the skills of enquiry, initiative and insight to enable candidates to become confident citizens in a technological world and to take an informed interest in matters of scientific importance to stimulate interest in, and care for, the environment.
Chemistry is one of a number of science syllabuses which CIE offers for details of other syllabuses at IGCSE, O Level and A & AS Level visit the CIE website at www.cie.org.uk
1. Introduction
1.3 Cambridge Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE)

Cambridge AICE is the group award of Cambridge International Advanced Supplementary Level and Advanced Level (AS Level and A Level). Cambridge AICE involves the selection of subjects from three curriculum groups Mathematics and Science; Languages; Arts and Humanities. An A Level counts as a double-credit qualification and an AS Level as a single-credit qualification within the Cambridge AICE award framework. To be considered for an AICE Diploma, a candidate must earn the equivalent of six credits by passing a combination of examinations at either double credit or single credit, with at least one course coming from each of the three curriculum areas. The examinations are administered in May/June and October/November sessions each year. Chemistry (9701) falls into Group A, Mathematics and Sciences. Learn more about AICE at http://www.cie.org.uk/qualifications/academic/uppersec/aice.
1.4 How can I find out more?

If you are already a Cambridge Centre
You can make entries for this qualification through your usual channels, e.g. CIE Direct. If you have any queries, please contact us at international@cie.org.uk.
If you are not a Cambridge Centre

You can find out how your organisation can become a Cambridge Centre. Email us at international@cie.org.uk. Learn more about the benefits of becoming a Cambridge Centre at www.cie.org.uk.
2. Assessment at a glance
Cambridge International A & AS Level Chemistry Syllabus code 9701

Candidates for Advanced Subsidiary (AS) certification will take Papers 1, 2 and 3 (either Advanced Practical Skills 1 or Advanced Practical Skills 2) at a single examination session. Candidates who, having received AS certification, wish to continue their studies to the full Advanced Level qualification may carry their AS marks forward and take just Papers 4 and 5 in the examination session in which they require certification. Candidates taking the complete Advanced Level qualification at the end of the course take all five papers in a single examination session.
Candidates may only enter for the papers in the combinations indicated above. Candidates may not enter for single papers either on the first occasion or for re-sit purposes. This syllabus is for: candidates for AS certification only in either 2012 or 2013, candidates carrying forward AS marks and taking Papers 4 and 5 to certificate their full Advanced Level qualification in 2013, candidates taking the complete Advanced Level qualification at the end of their course in 2013.
Paper
Type of Paper
Duration
Marks
Weighting AS Level A Level 15% 23% 12% 38% 12%
1 2 3 4 5
Multiple Choice AS Structured Questions Advanced Practical Skills 1/2 A2 Structured Questions Planning, Analysis and Evaluation
1 hour 1 hour 15 min 2 hours 2 hours 1 hour 15 min
40 60 40 100 30
31% 46% 23%
Paper 1
This paper will consist of 40 questions, thirty of the direct choice type and ten of the multiple completion type, all with four options. All questions will be based on the AS syllabus. Candidates will answer all questions.
Paper 2
This paper will consist of a variable number of structured questions of variable mark value. All questions will be based on the AS syllabus. Candidates will answer all questions. Candidates will answer on the question paper.
Paper 3 Advanced Practical Skills 1/2

In some examination sessions, two versions of the Advanced Practical Skills paper will be available, identified as Advanced Practical Skills 1 and Advanced Practical Skills 2. In other sessions only Advanced Practical Skills 1 will be available. These papers will be equivalent and each candidate will be required to take only one of them. This is to allow large Centres to split candidates into two groups: one group will take Advanced Practical Skills 1, the other group will take Advanced Practical Skills 2. Each of these papers will be timetabled on a different day. Each paper will consist of two or three experiments drawn from different areas of chemistry. The examiners will not be restricted by the subject content. Candidates will answer all questions. Candidates will answer on the question paper. See the Practical Assessment section of the syllabus for full details.
Paper 4
This paper will consist of two sections. Section A (70 marks) will consist of questions based on the A2 core syllabus but is not restricted to the A2 syllabus and may include material first encountered in the AS syllabus. Section B (30 marks) will consist of questions based on the section Applications of Chemistry but may include material first encountered in the core (AS and A2) syllabus. Both sections will consist of a variable number of structured and free response style questions of variable mark value. Candidates will answer all questions. Candidates will answer on the question paper.
Paper 5
This paper will consist of a variable number of questions of variable mark value based on the practical skills of planning, analysis and evaluation. The examiners will not be restricted by the subject content. Candidates will answer all questions. Candidates will answer on the question paper.
Availability
This syllabus is examined in the May/June examination session and the October/November examination session. This syllabus is available to private candidates. However, it is expected that private candidates learn in an environment where practical work is an integral part of the course. Candidates will not be able to perform well in this assessment or progress successfully to further study without this necessary and important aspect of science education. Centres in the UK that receive government funding are advised to consult the CIE website www.cie.org.uk for the latest information before beginning to teach this syllabus.
Combining this with other syllabuses

Candidates can combine this syllabus in an examination session with any other CIE syllabus, except: syllabuses with the same title at the same level 8780 AS Level Physical Science
3. Syllabus aims and objectives
3.1 Aims
These are not listed in order of priority. The aims of a course based on this syllabus should be to: 1 To provide, through well designed studies of experimental and practical chemistry, a worthwhile educational experience for all students, whether or not they go on to study science beyond this level and, in particular, to enable them to acquire sufficient understanding and knowledge to 2 3 4 5 become confident citizens in a technological world, able to take or develop an informed interest in scientific matters recognise the usefulness, and limitations, of scientific method and to appreciate its applicability in other disciplines and in everyday life be suitably prepared for employment and/or further studies beyond A level. are relevant to the study and practice of science are useful in everyday life encourage efficient and safe practice encourage the presentation of information and ideas appropriate for different audiences and purposes develop self motivation and the ability to work in a sustained fashion. accuracy and precision objectivity integrity enquiry initiative insight.
To develop abilities and skills that
To develop attitudes relevant to science such as:
To stimulate interest in, and care for, the environment. To promote an awareness that: the study and practice of science are co-operative and cumulative activities, and are subject to social, economic, technological, ethical and cultural influences and limitations the applications of science may be both beneficial and detrimental to the individual, the community and the environment the use of information technology is important for communication, as an aid to experiments and as a tool for interpretation of experimental and theoretical results.
To stimulate students, create and sustain their interest in Chemistry, and understand its relevance to society.
3.2. Assessment objectives

The assessment objectives listed below reflect those parts of the Aims which will be assessed.
Knowledge with understanding

scientific phenomena, facts, laws, definitions, concepts, theories scientific vocabulary, terminology, conventions (including symbols, quantities and units) scientific instruments and apparatus, including techniques of operation and aspects of safety scientific quantities and their determination scientific and technological applications with their social, economic and environmental implications present reasoned explanations for phenomena, patterns and relationships.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate knowledge with understanding in relation to:
The subject content defines the factual knowledge that candidates may be required to recall and explain. Questions testing these objectives will often begin with one of the following words: define, state, describe, explain or outline (see Glossary of terms).
Handling, applying and evaluating information

locate, select, organise and present information from a variety of sources handle information, distinguishing the relevant from the extraneous manipulate numerical and other data and translate information from one form to another analyse and evaluate information so as to identify patterns, report trends and draw inferences construct arguments to support hypotheses or to justify a course of action apply knowledge, including principles, to new situations evaluate information and hypotheses.
Candidates should be able in words or by using symbolic, graphical and numerical forms of presentation to:
These assessment objectives cannot be precisely specified in the Subject Content because questions testing such skills may be based on information which is unfamiliar to the candidate. In answering such questions, candidates are required to use principles and concepts that are within the syllabus and apply them in a logical, reasoned or deductive manner to a new situation. Questions testing these objectives will often begin with one of the following words: predict, suggest, construct, calculate or determine (see Glossary of terms).
Experimental skills and investigations

plan investigations use techniques, apparatus and materials make and record observations, measurements and estimates interpret and evaluate observations and experimental results select techniques, apparatus and materials evaluate methods and suggest possible improvements.
Students should be able to:
3.3 Weighting of assessment objectives

The table below gives a general idea of the allocation of marks to the assessment objectives, though the balance on each paper may vary slightly. Assessment objective Weighting (%) 46* 30 24 Assessment components
A: Knowledge with understanding B: Handling information and solving problems C: Experimental skills and investigations
Papers 1, 2 and 4 Papers 1, 2 and 4 Papers 3 and 5
*Approximately 27% is allocated to recall and 19% to understanding The overall proportion of marks allocated to physical, inorganic and organic chemistry in Papers 1 and 2, taken together, and in Section A of Paper 4 will be in the approximate ratio 3:2:3. Teachers should note that there is a greater weighting (54%) for skills (including handling, applying and evaluating information, experimental and investigative skills) than for knowledge with understanding (46%). Teachers schemes of work and learning activities should reflect this.
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3.4 Additional information

Data Booklet
A Data Booklet is available for use in Papers 1, 2 and 4. The booklet is reprinted towards the back of the syllabus. Copies of the booklet can be ordered from CIE Publications. Please note that changes to the Data Booklet were made for 2009. The new booklet will have been used for the first time in the June 2009 session and Centres will have been supplied with copies at this time. Further copies will be supplied as needed.
Nomenclature
The proposals in Signs, Symbols and Systematics (The Association for Science Education Companion to 1619 Science) will generally be adopted although the traditional names sulfite, nitrite, sulfur trioxide, sulfurous acid and nitrous acid will be used in question papers. Sulfur and all compounds of sulfur will be spelled with f, not ph.
Decimal markers
In accordance with current ASE convention, decimal markers in examination papers will be a single dot on the line. Candidates are expected to follow this convention in their answers.
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4. Syllabus content
4.1 Structure of the syllabus

The syllabus has been constructed with a compulsory Advanced Subsidiary core. That part of the core syllabus which will be examined only in the full Advanced Level qualification is indicated in bold type. A full Advanced Level qualification requires the study of further core material, together with section 11, Applications of Chemistry. The Applications of Chemistry section represents about 12% of the full Advanced Level course, or 23% of the A2 course. Candidates can take the course either as an AS Level, A Level or staged assessment to A Level. Practice of experimental skills Candidates should be directed towards the practice of experimental skills throughout the whole period of their course of study. Candidates experimental skills will be tested in Paper 3 and Paper 5. Paper 3 is a practical examination that will test the skills of manipulation of apparatus, presentation of data, analysis and evaluation. Paper 5 is a written examination that will test the higher-order experimental skills of planning, analysis and evaluation. It should be stressed that candidates cannot be adequately prepared for this paper without extensive laboratory work throughout the course of their study. Section 11 Applications of Chemistry This section of the syllabus is designed to allow candidates to use the chemical knowledge gained in the core syllabus to explore key areas of modern chemical science. The course provides opportunities to revise content from the core syllabus, as well as introducing candidates to some new chemistry. It focuses on the applications of chemistry in research, industry and everyday life, and raises awareness of the associated ethical issues. The teaching of this section will incorporate practical work. Applications of Chemistry has three parts, all of which are compulsory: 11.1 The chemistry of life 11.2 Applications of analytical chemistry 11.3 Design and materials Each section also covers aspects of environmental chemistry. Examination questions will focus on the chemical concepts and techniques, rather than on the recall of specific examples. All necessary information about the context will be given in the question, and candidates will be expected to apply their knowledge both from the core syllabus and from this section to new situations. A booklet covering Applications of Chemistry can be purchased from CIE or obtained free of charge from CIE's Teacher Support site teachers.cie.org.uk.
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4.2 Subject content

The learning outcomes to be studied by all candidates are in normal type. The additional learning outcomes to be studied by A2 candidates are shown in bold type. The A2 components will assess all learning outcomes and will not be limited to those in bold type. Learning outcomes In order to specify the syllabus as precisely as possible, and also to emphasise the importance of skills other than recall, learning outcomes have been used. Each part of the syllabus is specified by a brief content, followed by detailed learning outcomes. Although this format makes the syllabus a lengthier document, it will be helpful to teachers and candidates. Teachers should incorporate social, environmental, economic and technological aspects of chemistry, where relevant, throughout the syllabus. Some examples are included in the core syllabus and in the Applications of Chemistry section, and candidates should be encouraged to apply the principles in these examples to other situations introduced during the course. Inclusion of further examples in the core of the syllabus has been avoided, as this would merely increase the amount of factual recall required. Use of IT Aim 5 emphasises the importance of Information Technology (IT) in this Chemistry course. Candidates should make full use of IT techniques in their practical work. Teachers may also use IT in demonstrations and simulations. Asterisks (*) placed alongside learning outcomes indicate areas where teachers might use applications of IT. The list is not exhaustive. The Appendix contains a section Information Technology (IT) usage in A Level Chemistry, which suggests appropriate applications of IT to those areas.
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Physical chemistry 1. Atoms, molecules and stoichiometry Content I II Relative masses of atoms and molecules The mole, the Avogadro constant Learning outcomes [The term relative formula mass or Mr will be used for ionic compounds.] Candidates should be able to: (a) define the terms relative atomic, isotopic, molecular and formula masses, based on the 12C scale (b) define the term mole in terms of the Avogadro constant (c) *analyse mass spectra in terms of isotopic abundances and molecular fragments [knowledge of the working of the mass spectrometer is not required] (d) calculate the relative atomic mass of an element given the relative abundances of its isotopes, or its mass spectrum (e) define the terms empirical and molecular formulae (f) calculate empirical and molecular formulae, using combustion data or composition by mass (g) *write and/or construct balanced equations (h) perform calculations, including use of the mole concept, involving: (i) reacting masses (from formulae and equations) (ii) volumes of gases (e.g. in the burning of hydrocarbons) (iii) volumes and concentrations of solutions When performing calculations, candidates answers should reflect the number of significant figures given or asked for in the question. When rounding up or down, candidates should ensure that significant figures are neither lost unnecessarily nor used beyond what is justified (see also Practical Assessment, Paper 3, Display of calculation and reasoning) (i) deduce stoichiometric relationships from calculations such as those in (h)
III The determination of relative atomic masses, Ar , and relative molecular masses, Mr , from mass spectra IV The calculation of empirical and molecular formulae V Reacting masses and volumes (of solutions and gases)
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2. Atomic structure Content I The nucleus of the atom: neutrons and protons, isotopes, proton and nucleon numbers Electrons: electronic energy levels, ionisation energies, atomic orbitals, extranuclear structure Learning outcomes Candidates should be able to: (a) *identify and describe protons, neutrons and electrons in terms of their relative charges and relative masses (b) *deduce the behaviour of beams of protons, neutrons and electrons in electric fields (c) describe the distribution of mass and charges within an atom (d) deduce the numbers of protons, neutrons and electrons present in both atoms and ions given proton and nucleon numbers (and charge) (e) (i) describe the contribution of protons and neutrons to atomic nuclei in terms of proton number and nucleon number (ii) distinguish between isotopes on the basis of different numbers of neutrons present (f) *describe the number and relative energies of the s, p and d orbitals for the principal quantum numbers 1, 2 and 3 and also the 4s and 4p orbitals. (g) *describe the shapes of s and p orbitals (h) state the electronic configuration of atoms and ions given the proton number (and charge) (i) (i) explain and use the term ionisation energy (ii) explain the factors influencing the ionisation energies of elements (iii) *explain the trends in ionisation energies across a Period and down a Group of the Periodic Table (see also Section 9) (j) deduce the electronic configurations of elements from successive ionisation energy data (k) *interpret successive ionisation energy data of an element in terms of the position of that element within the Periodic Table
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3. Chemical bonding Content I II Ionic (electrovalent) bonding Covalent bonding and coordinate (dative covalent) bonding (i) The shapes of simple molecules (ii) Bond energies, bond lengths and bond polarities III Intermolecular forces, including hydrogen bonding IV Metallic bonding V Bonding and physical properties Learning outcomes Candidates should be able to: (a) *describe ionic (electrovalent) bonding, as in sodium chloride and magnesium oxide, including the use of dot-and-cross diagrams (b) *describe, including the use of dot-and-cross diagrams, (i) covalent bonding, as in hydrogen, oxygen, chlorine, hydrogen chloride, carbon dioxide, methane, ethene (ii) co-ordinate (dative covalent) bonding, as in the formation of the ammonium ion and in the Al 2Cl 6 molecule (c) *explain the shapes of, and bond angles in, molecules by using the qualitative model of electron-pair repulsion (including lone pairs), using as simple examples: BF3 (trigonal), CO2 (linear), CH4 (tetrahedral), NH3 (pyramidal), H2O (non-linear), SF6 (octahedral) (d) *describe covalent bonding in terms of orbital overlap, giving and bonds (e) *explain the shape of, and bond angles in, the ethane, ethene and benzene molecules in terms of and bonds (see also Section 10.1) (f) predict the shapes of, and bond angles in, molecules analogous to those specified in (c) and (e)
(g) describe hydrogen bonding, using ammonia and water as simple examples of molecules containing N-H and O-H groups (h) explain the terms bond energy, bond length and bond polarity and use them to compare the reactivities of covalent bonds (see also 5b(ii)) (i) *describe intermolecular forces (van der Waals forces), based on permanent and induced dipoles, as in CHCl 3(l); Br2(l) and the liquid noble gases describe metallic bonding in terms of a lattice of positive ions surrounded by mobile electrons
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(k) *describe, interpret and/or predict the effect of different types of bonding (ionic bonding, covalent bonding, hydrogen bonding, other intermolecular interactions, metallic bonding) on the physical properties of substances (l) deduce the type of bonding present from given information (m) show understanding of chemical reactions in terms of energy transfers associated with the breaking and making of chemical bonds
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4. States of matter Content I The gaseous state: (i) Ideal gas behaviour and deviations from it (ii) pV = nRT and its use in determining a value for Mr II The liquid state The kinetic concept of the liquid state and simple kinetic-molecular descriptions of changes of state III The solid state Lattice structures Learning outcomes Candidates should be able to: (a) state the basic assumptions of the kinetic theory as applied to an ideal gas (b) explain qualitatively in terms of intermolecular forces and molecular size: (i) the conditions necessary for a gas to approach ideal behaviour (ii) the limitations of ideality at very high pressures and very low temperatures (c) state and use the general gas equation pV = nRT in calculations, including the determination of Mr (d) *describe, using a kinetic-molecular model: the liquid state, melting, vaporisation, vapour pressure (e) *describe, in simple terms, the lattice structure of a crystalline solid which is: (i) ionic, as in sodium chloride, magnesium oxide (ii) simple molecular, as in iodine (iii) giant molecular, as in silicon(IV) oxide and the graphite and diamond allotropes of carbon (iv) hydrogen-bonded, as in ice (v) metallic, as in copper [the concept of the unit cell is not required] (f) explain the strength, high melting point and electrical insulating properties of ceramics in terms of their giant molecular structure (g) relate the uses of ceramics, based on magnesium oxide, aluminium oxide and silicon(IV) oxide, to their properties (suitable examples include furnace linings, electrical insulators, glass, crockery) (h) describe and interpret the uses of the metals aluminium (including its alloys) and copper (including brass), in terms of their physical properties (i) understand that materials are a finite resource and the importance of recycling processes (j) outline the importance of hydrogen bonding to the physical properties of substances, including ice and water (k) suggest from quoted physical data the type of structure and bonding present in a substance
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5. Chemical energetics Content I Enthalpy changes: H of formation, combustion, hydration, solution, neutralisation and atomisation; bond energy; lattice energy; electron affinity Hess Law, including BornHaber cycles Learning outcomes Candidates should be able to: (a) * explain that some chemical reactions are accompanied by energy changes, principally in the form of heat energy; the energy changes can be exothermic (H, negative) or endothermic (b) explain and use the terms: (i) enthalpy change of reaction and standard conditions, with particular reference to: formation, combustion, hydration, solution, neutralisation, atomisation (ii) bond energy (H positive, i.e. bond breaking) (iii) lattice energy (H negative, i.e. gaseous ions to solid lattice) (c) calculate enthalpy changes from appropriate experimental results, including the use of the relationship enthalpy change = mcT (d) explain, in qualitative terms, the effect of ionic charge and of ionic radius on the numerical magnitude of a lattice energy (e) apply Hess Law to construct simple energy cycles, and carry out calculations involving such cycles and relevant energy terms, with particular reference to: (i) determining enthalpy changes that cannot be found by direct experiment, e.g. an enthalpy change of formation from enthalpy changes of combustion (ii) average bond energies (iii) the formation of a simple ionic solid and of its aqueous solution (iv) Born-Haber cycles (including ionisation energy and electron affinity) (f) construct and interpret a reaction pathway diagram, in terms of the enthalpy change of the reaction and of the activation energy (see Section 8)
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6. Electrochemistry Content I Redox processes: electron transfer and changes in oxidation number (oxidation state) Electrode potentials (i) Standard electrode (redox) potentials, E ; the redox series (ii) Standard cell potentials, E , and their uses (iii) Batteries and fuel cells III Electrolysis (i) Factors affecting the amount of substance liberated during electrolysis (ii) The Faraday constant: the Avogadro constant: their relationship (iii) Industrial uses of electrolysis Learning outcomes Candidates should be able to: (a) describe and explain redox processes in terms of electron transfer and/or of changes in oxidation number (oxidation state) (calculation of oxidation number is required) (b) explain, including the electrode reactions, the industrial processes of: (i) the electrolysis of brine, using a diaphragm cell (ii) the extraction of aluminium from molten aluminium oxide/ cryolite (iii) the electrolytic purification of copper (c) define the terms: (i) standard electrode (redox) potential (ii) standard cell potential (d) describe the standard hydrogen electrode (e) describe methods used to measure the standard electrode potentials of: (i) metals or non-metals in contact with their ions in aqueous solution (ii) ions of the same element in different oxidation states (f) calculate a standard cell potential by combining two standard electrode potentials (g) use standard cell potentials to: (i) explain/deduce the direction of electron flow from a simple cell (ii) *predict the feasibility of a reaction (h) construct redox equations using the relevant half-equations (see also Section 9.5) (i) predict qualitatively how the value of an electrode potential varies with the concentration of the aqueous ion (j) state the possible advantages of developing other types of cell, e.g. the H2/O2 fuel cell and improved batteries (as in electric vehicles) in terms of smaller size, lower mass and higher voltage (k) state the relationship, F = Le, between the Faraday constant, the Avogadro constant and the charge on the electron
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(l)
predict the identity of the substance liberated during electrolysis from the state of electrolyte (molten or aqueous), position in the redox series (electrode potential) and concentration (i) the quantity of charge passed during electrolysis (ii) the mass and/or volume of substance liberated during electrolysis, including those in the electrolysis of H2SO4(aq), Na2SO4(aq)
(m) calculate:
(n) describe the determination of a value of the Avogadro constant by an electrolytic method
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7. Equilibria Content I Chemical equilibria: reversible reactions; dynamic equilibrium (i) Factors affecting chemical equilibria (ii) Equilibrium constants (iii) The Haber process; the Contact process II Ionic equilibria (i) Brnsted-Lowry theory of acids and bases (ii) Acid dissociation constants, Ka and the use of pKa (iii) The ionic product of water, Kw (iv) pH: choice of pH indicators (v) Buffer solutions (vi) Solubility product; the common ion effect Learning outcomes Candidates should be able to: (a) *explain, in terms of rates of the forward and reverse reactions, what is meant by a reversible reaction and dynamic equilibrium (b) *state Le Chateliers Principle and apply it to deduce qualitatively (from appropriate information) the effects of changes in temperature, concentration or pressure, on a system at equilibrium (c) deduce whether changes in concentration, pressure or temperature or the presence of a catalyst affect the value of the equilibrium constant for a reaction (d) deduce expressions for equilibrium constants in terms of concentrations, Kc, and partial pressures, Kp [treatment of the relationship between Kp and Kc is not required] (e) calculate the values of equilibrium constants in terms of concentrations or partial pressures from appropriate data (f) calculate the quantities present at equilibrium, given appropriate data (such calculations will not require the solving of quadratic equations) (g) describe and explain the conditions used in the Haber process and the Contact process, as examples of the importance of an understanding of chemical equilibrium in the chemical industry (see also Section 9.6) (h) show understanding of, and use the Brnsted-Lowry theory of acids and bases (i) explain qualitatively the differences in behaviour between strong and weak acids and bases and the pH values of their aqueous solutions in terms of the extent of dissociation (j) explain the terms pH, Ka, pKa, Kw and use them in calculations (k) calculate [H+(aq)] and pH values for strong and weak acids and strong bases (l) explain the choice of suitable indicators for acid-base titrations, given appropriate data (m) *describe the changes in pH during acid-base titrations and explain these changes in terms of the strengths of the acids and bases
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(n) (i) explain how buffer solutions control pH (ii) describe and explain their uses, including the role of HCO3 in controlling pH in blood (o) calculate the pH of buffer solutions, given appropriate data (p) show understanding of, and use, the concept of solubility product, Ksp (q) calculate Ksp from concentrations and vice versa (r) show understanding of the common ion effect
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8. Reaction kinetics Content I Simple rate equations; orders of reaction; rate constants Effect of temperature on rate constants; the concept of activation energy Learning outcomes Candidates should be able to: (a) explain and use the terms: rate of reaction, activation energy, catalysis, rate equation, order of reaction, rate constant, halflife of a reaction, rate-determining step (b) *explain qualitatively, in terms of collisions, the effect of concentration changes on the rate of a reaction (c) *show understanding, including reference to the Boltzmann distribution, of what is meant by the term activation energy (d) *explain qualitatively, in terms both of the Boltzmann distribution and of collision frequency, the effect of temperature change on the rate of a reaction (e)* (i) explain that, in the presence of a catalyst, a reaction has a different mechanism, i.e. one of lower activation energy (ii) interpret this catalytic effect in terms of the Boltzmann distribution (f) describe enzymes as biological catalysts (proteins) which may have specific activity (g) construct and use rate equations of the form rate = k[A]m[B]n (limited to simple cases of single step reactions and of multistep processes with a rate-determining step, for which m and n are 0, 1 or 2), including: (i) deducing the order of a reaction by the initial rates method (ii) justifying, for zero- and first-order reactions, the order of reaction from concentration-time graphs (iii) verifying that a suggested reaction mechanism is consistent with the observed kinetics (iv) predicting the order that would result from a given reaction mechanism (and vice versa) (v) calculating an initial rate using concentration data [integrated forms of rate equations are not required] (h) (i) show understanding that the half-life of a first-order reaction is independent of concentration (ii) use the half-life of a first-order reaction in calculations
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III Homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis
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(i) calculate a rate constant using the initial rates method (j) devise a suitable experimental technique for studying the rate of a reaction, from given information (k) outline the different modes of action of homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis, including: (i) *the Haber process (ii) the catalytic removal of oxides of nitrogen in the exhaust gases from car engines (see also Section 10.2) (iii) the catalytic role of atmospheric oxides of nitrogen in the oxidation of atmospheric sulfur dioxide (iv) catalytic role of Fe3+ in the I/S2O82 reaction
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9. Inorganic chemistry Statement of Aims It is intended that the study should: be concerned primarily with aspects of selected ranges of elements and their compounds be based on a study of the patterns: across the third period of the Periodic Table in the two Groups II and VII introduce, with examples, the transition elements and their compounds introduce the more important everyday aspects of nitrogen, sulfur and their compounds apply unifying themes to inorganic chemistry, such as structure (Section 2), chemical bonding (Section 3), redox (Section 6), the reactions of ions, acid-base behaviour, precipitation (Section 7) and complexing behaviour (Section 9.5), where appropriate include: the representation of reactions by means of balanced equations (molecular and/or ionic equations, together with state symbols) the interpretation of redox reactions in terms of changes in oxidation state of the species involved the prediction of the feasibility of reactions from E values the interpretation of chemical reactions in terms of ionic equilibria the interpretation of chemical reactions in terms of the formation of complex ions
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9.1 The periodic table: chemical periodicity Content I Periodicity of physical properties of the elements: variation with proton number across the third period (sodium to argon) of: (i) atomic radius and ionic radius (ii) melting point (iii) electrical conductivity (iv) ionisation energy II Periodicity of chemical properties of the elements in the third period (i) Reaction of the elements with oxygen, chlorine and water (ii) Variation in oxidation number of the oxides (sodium to sulfur only) and of the chlorides (sodium to phosphorus only) (iii) Reactions of these oxides and chlorides with water (iv) Acid/base behaviour of these oxides and the corresponding hydroxides Learning outcomes Candidates should, for the third period (sodium to argon), be able to: (a) *describe qualitatively (and indicate the periodicity in) the variations in atomic radius, ionic radius, melting point and electrical conductivity of the elements (see the Data Booklet) (b) explain qualitatively the variation in atomic radius and ionic radius (c) interpret the variation in melting point and in electrical conductivity in terms of the presence of simple molecular, giant molecular or metallic bonding in the elements (d) explain the variation in first ionisation energy (e) describe the reactions, if any, of the elements with oxygen (to give Na2O, MgO, Al 2O3, P4O10, SO2, SO3), chlorine (to give NaCl , MgCl 2, Al 2Cl 6, SiCl 4, PCl 5) and water (Na and Mg only) (f) state and explain the variation in oxidation number of the oxides and chlorides in terms of their valance shell electrons (g) describe the reactions of the oxides with water [treatment of peroxides and superoxides is not required] (h) describe and explain the acid/base behaviour of oxides and hydroxides including, where relevant, amphoteric behaviour in reaction with sodium hydroxide (only) and acids (i) describe and explain the reactions of the chlorides with water (j) interpret the variations and trends in (f), (g), (h), and (i) in terms of bonding and electronegativity (k) suggest the types of chemical bonding present in chlorides and oxides from observations of their chemical and physical properties In addition, candidates should be able to: (l) predict the characteristic properties of an element in a given group by using knowledge of chemical periodicity (m) deduce the nature, possible position in the Periodic Table, and identity of unknown elements from given information about physical and chemical properties
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9.2 Group II Content I Similarities and trends in the properties of the Group II metals magnesium to barium and their compounds Some uses of Group II compounds Learning outcomes Candidates should be able to: (a) describe the reactions of the elements with oxygen and water (b) describe the behaviour of the oxides with water (c) describe the thermal decomposition of the nitrates and carbonates (d) interpret, and make predictions from, the trends in physical and chemical properties of the elements and their compounds (e) explain the use of magnesium oxide as a refractory lining material and calcium carbonate as a building material (f) describe the use of lime in agriculture (g) interpret and explain qualitatively the trend in the thermal stability of the nitrates and carbonates in terms of the charge density of the cation and the polarisability of the large anion (h) interpret and explain qualitatively the variation in solubility of the sulfates in terms of relative magnitudes of the enthalpy change of hydration and the corresponding lattice energy
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9.3 Group IV The elements carbon to lead as a group in which the physical and chemical properties of the elements change with increase in proton number from non-metals through metalloids to metals and their compounds. Content I The variation in melting points and electrical conductivities of the elements The bonding, molecular shape, volatility and hydrolysis of the tetrachlorides Learning outcomes Candidates should be able to: (a) outline the variation in melting point and in electrical conductivity of the elements and interpret them in terms of structure and bonding (b) describe and explain the bonding in, molecular shape and volatility of the tetrachlorides (c) describe and explain the reactions of the tetrachlorides with water in terms of structure and bonding (d) describe and explain the bonding, acid-base nature and thermal stability of the oxides of oxidation states II and IV (e) describe and explain the relative stability of higher and lower oxidation states of the elements in their oxides and aqueous cations including, where relevant, E values (f) recognise the properties and uses of ceramics based on silicon(IV) oxide
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9.4 Group VII The similarities and trends in the physical and chemical properties of chlorine, bromine and iodine. Content I II Characteristic physical properties The relative reactivity of the elements as oxidising agents Learning outcomes Candidates should be able to: (a) describe the trends in volatility and colour of chlorine, bromine and iodine (b) interpret the volatility of the elements in terms of van der Waals forces (c) describe and deduce from E elements as oxidising agents values the relative reactivity of the
III Some reactions of the halide ions IV The manufacture of chlorine V The reactions of chlorine with aqueous sodium hydroxide
(d) describe and explain the reactions of the elements with hydrogen (e) (i) describe and explain the relative thermal stabilities of the hydrides (ii) interpret these relative stabilities in terms of bond energies (f) describe and explain the reactions of halide ions with (i) aqueous silver ions followed by aqueous ammonia (ii) concentrated sulfuric acid (g) outline a method for the manufacture of chlorine from brine by a diaphragm cell (see also Section 6) (h) describe and interpret in terms of changes of oxidation number the reaction of chlorine with cold, and with hot, aqueous sodium hydroxide (i) explain the use of chlorine in water purification (j) recognise the industrial importance and environmental significance of the halogens and their compounds (e.g. for bleaches, PVC, halogenated hydrocarbons as solvents, refrigerants and in aerosols) (see also Section 10.3)
VI The important uses of the halogens and of halogen compounds (see also Section 10.3)
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9.5 An introduction to the chemistry of transition elements Content I General physical and characteristic chemical properties of the first set of transition elements, titanium to copper Colour of complexes Learning outcomes Candidates should be able to: (a) explain what is meant by a transition element, in terms of d-block elements forming one or more stable ions with incomplete d orbitals (b) *state the electronic configuration of a first row transition element and of its ions (c) state that the atomic radii, ionic radii and first ionisation energies of the transition elements are relatively invariant (d) *contrast, qualitatively, the melting point, density, atomic radius, ionic radius, first ionisation energy and conductivity of the transition elements with those of calcium as a typical s-block element (e) describe the tendency of transition elements to have variable oxidation states (f) predict from a given electronic configuration, the likely oxidation states of a transition element (g) describe and explain the use of Fe3+/Fe2+, MnO4/Mn2+ and Cr2O72/Cr3+ as examples of redox systems (see also Section 6) (h) predict, using E values, the likelihood of redox reactions (i) *explain the reactions of transition elements with ligands to form complexes, including the complexes of copper(II) ions with water, hydroxide and ammonia (j) explain qualitatively that ligand exchange may occur, including the complexes of copper(II) ions with water, hydroxide and ammonia (k) describe the shape and symmetry of the d orbitals, and the splitting of degenerate d orbitals into two energy levels in octahedral complexes using the complexes of copper(II) ions with water and ammonia as examples (l) explain the origin of colour in transition element complexes resulting from the absorption of light energy as an electron moves between two non-degenerate d orbitals
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(m) describe, in qualitative terms, the effects of different ligands on absorption, and hence colour, using the complexes of copper(II) ions with water, hydroxide and ammonia as examples (n) state examples of catalysis by transition metals and/or their compounds, including iron in the Haber process and vanadium in the Contact process
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9.6 Nitrogen and sulfur Content I Nitrogen (i) Its unreactivity (ii) Ammonia, the ammonium ion, nitric acid and fertilisers (iii) The environmental impact of nitrogen oxides and nitrates II Sulfur (i) The formation of atmospheric sulfur dioxide, its role in acid rain formation, the use of sulfur dioxide in food preservation (ii) Sulfuric acid Learning outcomes Candidates should be able to: (a) explain the lack of reactivity of nitrogen (b) describe: (i) the formation and structure of the ammonium ion (ii) the displacement of ammonia from its salts (c) describe the Haber process for the manufacture of ammonia from its elements, giving essential operating conditions, and interpret these conditions (qualitatively) in terms of the principles of kinetics and equilibria (see also Sections 7 and 8) (d) understand the industrial importance of ammonia and nitrogen compounds derived from ammonia (e) understand the environmental consequences of the uncontrolled use of nitrate fertilisers (f) understand and explain the occurrence, and catalytic removal, of oxides of nitrogen (g) explain why atmospheric oxides of nitrogen are pollutants, including their catalytic role in the oxidation of atmospheric sulfur dioxide (h) describe the formation of atmospheric sulfur dioxide from the combustion of sulfur contaminated carbonaceous fuels (i) state the role of sulfur dioxide in the formation of acid rain and describe the main environmental consequences of acid rain (j) state the main details of the Contact process for sulfuric acid production (k) understand the industrial importance of sulfuric acid (l) describe the use of sulfur dioxide in food preservation
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10. Organic chemistry Statement of Aims Although there are features of organic chemistry topics that are distinctive, it is intended that appropriate cross-references with other sections/topics in the syllabus should be made. When describing preparative reactions, candidates will be expected to quote the reagents (e.g. aqueous NaOH), the essential practical conditions (e.g. reflux) and the identity of each of the major products. Detailed knowledge of practical procedures is not required; however, candidates may be expected to suggest (from their knowledge of the reagents, essential conditions and products) what steps may be needed to purify/extract a required product from the reaction mixture. In equations for organic redox reactions, the symbols [O] and [H] are acceptable. 10.1 Introductory topics In each of the sections below, 10.1 to 10.8, candidates will be expected to be able to predict the reaction products of a given compound in reactions that are chemically similar to those specified. Structural formulae: In candidates answers, an acceptable response to a request for a structural formula will be to give the minimal detail, using conventional groups, for an unambiguous structure, e.g. CH3CH2CH2OH for propan-1-ol, not C3H7OH. Displayed formulae A displayed formula should show both the relative placing of atoms and the number of bonds between them, e.g. H H C H C O H for ethanoic acid.
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Skeletal formulae A skeletal formula is a simplified representation of an organic formula. It is derived from the structural formula by removing hydrogen atoms (and their associated bonds) and carbon atoms from alkyl chains, leaving just the carbon-carbon bonds in the carbon skeleton and the associated functional groups. Skeletal or partial-skeletal representations may be used in question papers and are acceptable in candidates answers where they are unambiguous. The skeletal formula for butan-2-ol and a partial-skeletal formula for cholesterol are shown below. OH H3C CH3 CH3 H H
H HO
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convention for representing the aromatic ring is preferred.
Optical Isomers When drawing a pair of optical isomers, candidates should indicate the three-dimensional structures according to the convention used in the example below. CH 3 C HO H CO2H mirror plane H CO2H CH3 C OH
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Content I II Molecular, structural and empirical formulae Functional groups and the naming of organic compounds
Learning outcomes Candidates should be able to: (a) *interpret, and use the nomenclature, general formulae and displayed formulae of the following classes of compound: (i) alkanes, alkenes and arenes (ii) halogenoalkanes and halogenoarenes (iii) alcohols (including primary, secondary and tertiary) and phenols (iv) aldehydes and ketones (v) carboxylic acids, esters and acyl chlorides (vi) amines (primary only), nitriles, amides and amino acids [Candidates will be expected to recognise the shape of the benzene ring when it is present in organic compounds. Knowledge of benzene or its compounds is not required for AS.] (b) interpret, and use the following terminology associated with organic reactions: (i) functional group (ii) homolytic and heterolytic fission (iii) free radical, initiation, propagation, termination (iv) nucleophile, electrophile (v) addition, substitution, elimination, hydrolysis (vi) oxidation and reduction [in equations for organic redox reactions, the symbols [O] and [H] are acceptable] (c) (i) *describe the shapes of the ethane, ethene and benzene molecules (ii) *predict the shapes of other related molecules (d) *explain the shapes of the ethane, ethene and benzene molecules in terms of and carbon-carbon bonds (e) describe structural isomerism, and stereoisomerism (cis-trans and optical) (f) describe cis-trans isomerism in alkenes, and explain its origin in terms of restricted rotation due to the presence of bonds (g) *explain what is meant by a chiral centre and that such a centre gives rise to optical isomerism
III Characteristic organic reactions IV Shapes of organic molecules; and bonds V Isomerism: structural; cistrans; optical
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(h) deduce the possible isomers for an organic molecule of known molecular formula (i) identify chiral centres and/or cis-trans isomerism in a molecule of given structural formula
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10.2 Hydrocarbons Content I Alkanes (exemplified by ethane) (i) Free-radical reactions (ii) Crude oil and cracking II Alkenes (exemplified by ethene) (i) Addition and oxidation reactions (ii) Industrial importance III Arenes (exemplified by benzene and methylbenzene) (i) Influence of delocalised electrons on structure and properties (ii) Substitution reactions with electrophiles (iii) Oxidation of side-chain IV Hydrocarbons as fuels Learning outcomes Candidates should be able to: (a) show awareness of the general unreactivity of alkanes, including towards polar reagents (b) describe the chemistry of alkanes as exemplified by the following reactions of ethane: (i) combustion (ii) substitution by chlorine and by bromine (c) *describe the mechanism of free-radical substitution at methyl groups with particular reference to the initiation, propagation and termination reactions (d) describe the chemistry of alkenes as exemplified, where relevant, by the following reactions of ethene: (i) *addition of hydrogen, steam, hydrogen halides and halogens (ii) *oxidation by cold, dilute, acidified manganate(VII) ions to form the diol (iii) oxidation by hot, concentrated, acidified manganate(VII) ions leading to the rupture of the carbon-to-carbon double bond in order to determine the position of alkene linkages in larger molecules (iv) polymerisation (see also Section 10.8) (e) *describe the mechanism of electrophilic addition in alkenes, using bromine/ethene as an example (f) explain the use of crude oil as a source of both aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons (g) suggest how cracking can be used to obtain more useful alkanes and alkenes of lower Mr from larger hydrocarbon molecules (h) describe and explain how the combustion reactions of alkanes lead to their use as fuels in industry, in the home and in transport (i) recognise the environmental consequences of: (i) carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen and unburnt hydrocarbons arising from the internal combustion engine and of their catalytic removal (ii) gases that contribute to the enhanced greenhouse effect
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describe the chemistry of arenes as exemplified by the following reactions of benzene and methylbenzene: (i) *substitution reactions with chlorine and with bromine (ii) nitration (iii) oxidation of the side-chain to give a carboxylic acid
(k) (i) *describe the mechanism of electrophilic substitution in arenes, using the mono-nitration of benzene as an example (ii) describe the effect of the delocalisation of electrons in arenes in such reactions (l) predict whether halogenation will occur in the side-chain or aromatic nucleus in arenes depending on reaction conditions
(m) apply the knowledge of positions of substitution in the electrophilic substitution of arenes
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10.3 Halogen derivatives Content I Halogenoalkanes and halogenoarenes (i) Nucleophilic substitution (ii) Hydrolysis (iii) Formation of nitriles, primary amines (iv) Elimination II Relative strength of the C-Hal bond Learning outcomes Candidates should be able to: (a) recall the chemistry of halogenoalkanes as exemplified by (i) the following nucleophilic substitution reactions of bromoethane: hydrolysis, formation of nitriles, formation of primary amines by reaction with ammonia (ii) the elimination of hydrogen bromide from 2-bromopropane (b) *describe the mechanism of nucleophilic substitution (by both SN1 and SN2 mechanisms) in halogenoalkanes (c) interpret the different reactivities of halogenoalkanes e.g. CFCs, anaesthetics, flame retardants, plastics and chlorobenzene (with particular reference to hydrolysis and to the relative strengths of the C-Hal bonds) (d) explain the uses of fluoroalkanes and fluorohalogenoalkanes in terms of their relative chemical inertness (e) recognise the concern about the effect of chlorofluoroalkanes on the ozone layer
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10.4 Hydroxy compounds Content I Alcohols (exemplified by ethanol) (i) Formation of halogenoalkanes (ii) Reaction with sodium; oxidation; dehydration; esterification; acylation (iii) The tri-iodomethane test II Phenol (i) Its acidity; reaction with sodium (ii) Nitration of, and bromination of, the aromatic ring Learning outcomes Candidates should be able to: (a) recall the chemistry of alcohols, exemplified by ethanol: (i) combustion (ii) substitution to give halogenoalkanes (iii) reaction with sodium (iv) oxidation to carbonyl compounds and carboxylic acids (v) dehydration to alkenes (vi) ester formation (b) (i) classify hydroxy compounds into primary, secondary and tertiary alcohols (ii) suggest characteristic distinguishing reactions, e.g. mild oxidation (c) deduce the presence of a CH3CH(OH) group in an alcohol from its reaction with alkaline aqueous iodine to form tri-iodomethane (d) recall the chemistry of phenol, as exemplified by the following reactions: (i) with bases (ii) with sodium (iii) nitration of, and bromination of, the aromatic ring (e) explain the relative acidities of water, phenol and ethanol
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10.5 Carbonyl compounds Content I Aldehydes (exemplified by ethanal) (i) Oxidation to carboxylic acids (ii) Reaction with hydrogen cyanide (iii) Characteristic tests for aldehydes II Ketones (exemplified by propanone and phenylethanone) (i) Reaction with hydrogen cyanide (ii) Characteristic tests for ketones Learning outcomes Candidates should be able to: (a) describe (i) the formation of aldehydes and ketones from primary and secondary alcohols respectively using Cr2O72/H+ (ii) the reduction of aldehydes and ketones e.g. using NaBH4 (b) *describe the mechanism of the nucleophilic addition reactions of hydrogen cyanide with aldehydes and ketones (c) describe the use of 2,4-dinitrophenylhydrazine (2,4-DNPH) reagent to detect the presence of carbonyl compounds (d) deduce the nature (aldehyde or ketone) of an unknown carbonyl compound from the results of simple tests (i.e. Fehlings and Tollens reagents; ease of oxidation) (e) describe the reaction of CH3CO compounds with alkaline aqueous iodine to give tri-iodomethane
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10.6 Carboxylic acids and derivatives Content I Carboxylic acids (exemplified by ethanoic acid and benzoic acid) (i) Formation from primary alcohols and nitriles (ii) Salt, ester and acyl chloride formation II Acyl chlorides (exemplified by ethanoyl chloride) (i) Ease of hydrolysis compared with alkyl and aryl chlorides (ii) Reaction with alcohols, phenols and primary amines III Esters (exemplified by ethyl ethanoate and phenyl benzoate) (i) Formation from carboxylic acids and from acyl chlorides (ii) Hydrolysis (under acidic and under basic conditions) (iii) Uses of esters Learning outcomes Candidates should be able to: (a) describe the formation of carboxylic acids from alcohols, aldehydes and nitriles (b) describe the reactions of carboxylic acids in the formation of (i) salts (ii) esters (iii) acyl chlorides (c) explain the acidity of carboxylic acids and of chlorinesubstituted ethanoic acids in terms of their structures (d) describe the hydrolysis of acyl chlorides (e) describe the reactions of acyl chlorides with alcohols, phenols and primary amines (f) explain the relative ease of hydrolysis of acyl chlorides, alkyl chlorides and aryl chlorides (g) describe the formation of esters from carboxylic acids or acyl chlorides, using ethyl ethanoate and phenyl benzoate as examples (h) *describe the acid and base hydrolysis of esters (i) describe the formation of polyesters (see also Section 10.8) (j) state the major commercial uses of esters e.g. solvents, perfumes, flavourings
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10.7 Nitrogen compounds Content I Primary amines (exemplified by ethylamine and phenylamine) (i) Formation (ii) Salt formation (iii) Other reactions of phenylamine II Amides (exemplified by ethanamide) (i) Formation from acyl chlorides (ii) Hydrolysis III Amino acids (exemplified by aminoethanoic acid) (i) Acid and base properties (ii) Zwitterion formation IV Proteins (i) Structure, based on the peptide linkage (ii) Hydrolysis of proteins Learning outcomes Candidates should be able to: (a) describe the formation of ethylamine (by nitrile reduction see also Section 10.3) and of phenylamine (by the reduction of nitrobenzene) (b) explain the basicity of amines (c) explain the relative basicities of ammonia, ethylamine and phenylamine in terms of their structures (d) describe the reaction of phenylamine with: (i) aqueous bromine (ii) nitrous acid to give the diazonium salt and phenol (e) describe the coupling of benzenediazonium chloride and phenol and the use of similar reactions in the formation of dyestuff (f) describe the formation of amides from the reaction between RNH2 and R'COCl (g) describe amide hydrolysis on treatment with aqueous alkali or acid (h) describe the acid/base properties of amino acids and the formation of zwitterions (i) describe the formation of peptide bonds between amino acids and, hence, explain protein formation (j) describe the hydrolysis of proteins (k) describe the formation of polyamides (see also Section 10.8)
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10.8 Polymerisation Content I II Addition polymerisation Condensation polymerisation Learning outcomes Candidates should be able to: (a) describe the characteristics of addition polymerisation as exemplified by poly(ethene) and PVC (b) *recognise the difficulty of the disposal of poly(alkene)s, i.e. nonbiodegradability and harmful combustion products (c) describe the characteristics of condensation polymerisation (i) in polyesters as exemplified by Terylene (ii) in polyamides as exemplified by peptides, proteins, nylon 6 and nylon 6,6 (d) predict the type of polymerisation reaction for a given monomer or pair of monomers (e) deduce the repeat unit of a polymer obtained from a given monomer or pair of monomers (f) deduce the type of polymerisation reaction which produces a given section of a polymer molecule (g) identify the monomer(s) present in a given section of a polymer molecule
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11. Applications of chemistry Key concepts Chemistry is fundamental to understanding biological systems and processes and to modern medicine. Novel chemistry can provide both the means of monitoring, and solutions to, environmental problems. The chemist is a designer, both of methods of analysis and of novel molecules and materials. The applications of chemistry have both positive and negative impacts on society and can be used to address the issues of pollution, disease and resources.
Teachers will find it helpful to refer to CIE's Applications of Chemistry book when teaching this section. This is available from the CIE Teacher Support website and from CIE Publications, and provides a guide to the level of detail required. The Applications of Chemistry section of the syllabus forms approximately one-eighth of the A Level material examined. 11.1 The chemistry of life At the end of this course candidates should be aware of the diverse variety of roles played by proteins. These will be illustrated by examples in this section and in sections 11.2 and 11.3. The recall of specific examples will not be tested but candidates will be expected to discuss the chemistry of given examples. Content I II Protein chemistry Genetic information Learning outcomes Candidates should be able to: (a) recall that proteins are condensation polymers formed from amino acid monomers and recognise and describe the generalised structure of amino acids (link to core syllabus, sections 10.7 and 10.8) (b) explain the importance of amino acid sequence (primary structure) in determining the properties of proteins (c) distinguish between the primary, secondary and tertiary structure of proteins and explain the stabilisation of secondary and tertiary structure using the chemistry learnt in the core syllabus, sections 3 and 10.7 (d) describe and explain the characteristics of enzyme catalysis, including (i) specificity (using a simple lock and key model) and the idea of competitive inhibition (ii) structural integrity in relation to denaturation and noncompetitive inhibition
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(e) given information, use core chemistry to explain how small molecules interact with proteins and how they can modify the structure and function of biological systems (for example, as enzyme inhibitors or cofactors, disrupting protein-protein interactions, blocking ion channels) (link to 11.3 (a)) (f) describe the double helical structure of DNA in terms of a sugar-phosphate backbone and attached bases (Candidates will be expected to know the general structure in terms of a block diagram but will not be expected to recall the detailed structures of the components involved. Where these are required they will be given in the question paper.) (g) explain the significance of hydrogen-bonding in the pairing of bases in DNA in relation to the replication of genetic information (h) explain in outline how DNA encodes for the amino acid sequence of proteins with reference to mRNA, tRNA and the ribosome in translation and transcription (i) (j) explain the chemistry of DNA mutation from provided data discuss the genetic basis of disease (for example, sickle cell anaemia) in terms of altered protein structure and function
(k) explain how modification to protein/enzyme primary structure can result in new structure and/or function (l) outline, in terms of the hydrolysis of ATP to ADP + Pi , the provision of energy for the cell
(m) understand why some metals are essential to life and, given information and with reference to the chemistry of the core syllabus, be able to explain the chemistry involved (for example, iron in haemoglobin (section 9.5 (g) and 11.1(e) and (j)), sodium and potassium in transmission of nerve impulses (section 3, ion solvation and section 5, energetics), zinc as an enzyme cofactor (section 10.1, nucleophilic attack, 11.1(e))) (n) recognise that some metals are toxic and discuss, in chemical terms, the problems associated with heavy metals in the environment entering the food chain, for example mercury (development of methods to detect and address these problems will be discussed in 11.2(i) and 11.3(f))
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11.2 Applications of analytical chemistry Questions in this section will focus on the techniques involved rather than the recall of examples. All necessary information about the context will be given in the question and candidates will be expected to apply their knowledge. Content I II Methods of detection and analysis Applications in chemistry and society Learning outcomes Candidates should be able to: (a) describe simply the process of electrophoresis and the effect of pH, using peptides and amino acids as examples (link to 11.1 (a)) (b) explain, in simple terms, the technique of DNA fingerprinting and its applications in forensic science, archaeology and medicine (c) describe the importance to modern medicine, and the challenges, of separating and characterising the proteins in cells (link to 11.1) (d) outline in simple terms the principles of nuclear magnetic resonance in 1H and be able to interpret simple NMR spectra (e) show awareness of the use of NMR and X-ray crystallography in determining the structure of macromolecules and in understanding their function (link to 11.1 (c) and 11.2 (c)) (f) state what is meant by partition coefficient and calculate a partition coefficient for a system in which the solute is in the same molecular state in the two solvents (g) understand qualitatively paper, high performance liquid, thin layer and gas/liquid chromatography in terms of adsorption and/or partition and be able to interpret data from these techniques (h) explain the concept of mass spectroscopy, deduce the number of carbon atoms in a compound using the M+1 peak and the presence of bromine and chlorine atoms using the M+2 peak and suggest the identity of molecules formed by simple fragmentation in a given mass spectrum (see also core syllabus, section 1 (c) and (d)) (i) draw conclusions given appropriate information and data from environmental monitoring (for example, PCBs in the atmosphere, isotopic ratios in ice cores)
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11.3 Design and materials Candidates will not be expected to recall specific examples but to use and explain material given in the question paper. Content I II Medicinal chemistry and drug delivery Properties of polymers Learning outcomes Candidates should be able to use the concepts and knowledge from the core syllabus and sections 11.1 and 11.2 to: (a) discuss the challenges of drug design and explain in simple terms how molecules may be identified and developed to overcome these problems (b) discuss the challenges of drug delivery and explain in simple terms how materials may be developed to overcome these problems (c) discuss the properties and structure of polymers based on their methods of formation (addition or condensation, link to core syllabus, section 10.8) (d) discuss how the presence of side-chains and intermolecular forces affect the properties of polymeric materials (for example, spider silk) (e) show awareness of nanotechnology and, given information and data, be able to discuss the chemistry involved with reference to the core syllabus (f) discuss how a knowledge of chemistry can be used to overcome environmental problems (for example, ground water contamination, oil spillage, CFCs) (g) discuss how a knowledge of chemistry can be used to extend the life of existing resources, to identify alternative resources and to improve the efficiency of energy production and use
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5. Practical assessment
5.1 Introduction
Teachers should ensure that candidates practise experimental skills throughout the whole period of their course of study. As a guide, candidates should expect to spend at least 20% of their time doing practical work individually or in small groups. This 20% does not include the time spent observing teacher demonstrations of experiments. The practical work that candidates do during their course should aim to: provide learning opportunities so that candidates develop the skills they need to carry out experimental and investigative work reinforce the learning of the theoretical subject content of the syllabus instil an understanding of the interplay of experiment and theory in scientific method prove enjoyable, contributing to the motivation of candidates
Candidates experimental skills will be assessed in Paper 3 (Advanced Practical Skills 1/2) and Paper 5. In each of these papers, the examiners will not be strictly bound by the subject content of the syllabus in finding contexts for setting questions. Where appropriate, candidates will be told exactly what to do and how to do it: only knowledge of theory and experimental skills within the syllabus will be expected. CIE booklets of practical exercises To support the teaching of practical skills, CIE has produced two booklets totalling almost 200 pages. Each booklet contains 30 practical exercises, of which at least 10 are presented in detail, with lesson plans, student worksheets and useful information for teachers and technical support staff. The other 20 are presented in outline, for Centres to develop, learning from the experience. The booklets are: Teaching AS Chemistry Practical Skills (PSAS97010105) Teaching A2 Chemistry Practical Skills (PSA297010105)
They are available from CIE publications, 1 Hills Road, Cambridge, CB1 2EU, UK, phone +44 (0) 1223 553553, fax +44 (0) 1223 553558, e-mail international@cie.org.uk. Guidance on making measurements and on error analysis may be found on the following websites. www.chemistry-react.org/go/Tutorial/Tutorial_4428.html www.chemsoc.org/networks/LearnNet/RSCmeasurements.htm See also the Resources section.
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5.2 Paper 3 Advanced Practical Skills 1/2

In some examination sessions, two versions of the Advanced Practical Skills paper will be available, identified as Advanced Practical Skills 1 and Advanced Practical Skills 2. In other sessions only Advanced Practical Skills 1 will be available. Paper 3 (Advanced Practical Skills 1/2) will be a timetabled, laboratory-based practical paper focussing on the following experimental skills: manipulation of apparatus presentation of data analysis and evaluation
Each paper will consist of two or three questions, totalling 40 marks. One question will be an observational problem in which the candidate will be asked to investigate by specified experiments, an unknown substance or substances. Candidates will be expected to draw up tables to record their observations, to analyse their results and to draw appropriate conclusions. The substances may be elements, compounds or mixtures. The other question or questions will be quantitative: either volumetric analysis or measurement of some quantity e.g. the enthalpy change of a reaction. Candidates will be expected to draw up tables, graphs and other appropriate means of presenting the data, to analyse it and perform calculations and to draw appropriate conclusions. One or more of the questions will require candidates to identify sources of error and make suggestions for change. The two Advanced Practical Skills papers will contain different questions, but will be equivalent in the skills assessed and in the level of demand. Each candidate should take one of these papers. Some Centres may wish to divide their candidates, so that some are entered for Advanced Practical Skills 1 and the others are entered for Advanced Practical Skills 2; other Centres may wish to enter all of their candidates for the same paper. Apparatus requirements for Paper 3 (Advanced Practical Skills 1/2) The apparatus requirements for Advanced Practical Skills 1/2 will vary from paper to paper. A complete list of apparatus and materials required will be issued in the Confidential Instructions. The Confidential Instructions should be followed very carefully. If there is any doubt about how the practical examinations should be set up or if a particular chemical is impossible to obtain, it is vital that Centres contact CIE as soon as possible.
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The list of practical apparatus and materials at the end of this section gives details of the requirements that are frequently required. Centres should keep these in stock and candidates should be accustomed to using these. To provide some variation in the questions set, some additional items of equipment or materials may be required. Guidance for the preparation of reagents for qualitative analysis and titration indicators is given at the end of this section. These instructions will not be repeated in the Confidential Instructions; Supervisors will be referred to the syllabus. Mark scheme for Paper 3 (Advanced Practical Skills 1/2) Paper 3 will be marked using the generic mark scheme below. The expectations for each mark category are listed in the sections that follow. Skill Minimum mark allocation* 12 marks Breakdown of skills Minimum mark allocation* 8 marks 2 marks 2 marks 2 marks 2 marks 2 marks 4 marks 5 marks 1 marks
Manipulation, measurement and observation
Successful collection of data and observations Quality of measurements or observations Decisions relating to measurements or observations
Presentation of data and observations
6 marks
Recording data and observations Display of calculation and reasoning Data layout
Analysis, conclusions and evaluation
10 marks
Interpretation of data or observations and identifying sources of error Drawing conclusions Suggesting improvements
* The remaining 12 marks will be allocated across the skills in this grid and their allocation may vary from session to session.
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Expectations for each mark category (Paper 3) Manipulation, measurement and observation Successful collection of data and observations Candidates should be able to: set up apparatus correctly follow instructions given in the form of written instructions or diagrams use their apparatus to collect an appropriate quantity of data or observations, including subtle differences in colour, solubility or quantity of materials make measurements using pipettes, burettes, measuring cylinders, thermometers, and other common laboratory apparatus.
Systematic analysis and a knowledge of traditional methods of separation will not be required. It will be assumed that candidates will be familiar with (i) the reactions of the following cations: NH4+, Mg2+, Al 3+, Ca2+, Cr3+, Mn2+, Fe2+, Fe3+, Cu2+, Zn2+, Ba2+, Pb2+ (ii) the reactions of the following anions: CO32, NO3, NO2, SO42, SO32, Cl , Br, I , CrO42 (iii) tests for the following gases: NH3, CO2, Cl 2, H2, O2, SO2, as detailed in the qualitative analysis notes which will be included with the question paper and are reproduced at the end of the section. The substances to be investigated may contain ions not included in the above list: in such cases, candidates will not be expected to identify the ions but only to draw conclusions of a general nature. Candidates should not attempt tests, other than those specified, on substances, except when it is appropriate to test for a gas. Exercises requiring a knowledge of simple organic reactions e.g. test-tube reactions indicating the presence of unsaturated, alcoholic and carboxylic groups may also be set, but this would be for the testing of observation skills and drawing general conclusions only. A knowledge of the following volumetric determinations will be assumed: acids and alkalis using suitable indicators; iron(II), ethanedioic acid (and its salts), by potassium manganate(VII); iodine and sodium thiosulfate. Simple titrations involving other reagents may also be set but, where appropriate, sufficient working details will be given. Candidates should normally record burette readings to the nearest 0.05 cm3 and temperature readings to the nearest 0.5 C when using a thermometer calibrated in 1 C intervals, and to the nearest 0.1 C where the interval is 0.2 C.
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Quality of measurements or observations Candidates should be able to: make accurate and consistent measurements and observations.
In qualitative experiments, precise descriptions and comparisons of colour or other observations are expected. In a titration with a good end-point, candidates are expected to record two titres within 0.10 cm3. Marks will be awarded for consistency and accuracy of readings. In some cases, the candidates data or observations may be compared with information supplied by the Supervisor or known to the examiners; in other cases, the award of the mark may be based on the scatter of points on a graph. The examiners will only consider the extent to which the candidate has affected the quality of the data: allowances will be made where the quality of data is limited by the experimental method required or by the apparatus and materials used. Decisions relating to measurements or observations Candidates should be able to: decide how many tests or observations to perform make measurements that span a range and have a distribution appropriate to the experiment decide how long to leave experiments running before making readings identify where repeated readings or observations are appropriate replicate readings or observations as necessary identify where confirmatory tests are appropriate and the nature of such tests choose reagents to distinguish between given ions
Candidates may need to choose how many tests, measurements and observations can be made in the time available. Candidates will be expected to be able to identify the most appropriate range and distribution of values. In some experiments a regularly-spaced set of measurements will be appropriate. Repeated readings of particular quantities are often necessary in chemistry, in order to obtain accurate values and minimise experimental error. Individual readings or observations should be repeated where they appear to be anomalous. In qualitative analysis experiments, candidates will be expected to identify appropriate confirmatory tests.
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Presentation of data and observations Recording data or observations Candidates should be able to: present numerical data, values or observations in a single table of results draw up the table in advance of taking readings/making observations so that they do not have to copy up their results include in the table of results, if necessary, columns for raw data, for calculated values and for analyses or conclusions use column headings that include both the quantity and the unit and that conform to accepted scientific conventions record raw readings of a quantity to the same degree of precision and observations to the same level of detail
As an example of accepted practice in column headings, if the quantity being measured is volume in cm3, then volume/cm3 would be the usual way to write the column heading, but volume in cm3 or volume (cm3) would be allowed. Headings such as volume cm3 or just cm3 are not acceptable. The quantity or the unit or both may be written in words or appropriate symbols may be used provided that their meaning is clear and unambiguous in the context (e.g. avoid t, since it may be used for time and for temperature). Conventional symbols or abbreviations, such as H for enthalpy change or ppt. for precipitate, may be used without explanation. In recording data and observations, if one measurement of volume in a column of raw data is given as 0.06 cm3, then all the volumes in that column should be given to the nearest 0.01 cm3. The degree of precision used should be compatible with the measuring instrument used: it would be inappropriate to record a volume measured on a cm3 scale as 10 mm3. Where the calibration marks on a measuring instrument are widely spaced, it may be appropriate to interpolate between the marks, but where the calibration marks are close together then the reading should be to the nearest calibration mark. Observations of qualitative variables such as colour should be recorded in simple language such as blue or orange. Where fine discrimination is required, terms such as pale or dark should be used, and comparisons made such as darker red than at 3 minutes or paler green than at 0.2 mol dm3, but darker than at 0.4 mol dm3. Display of calculation and reasoning Candidates should be able to: show their working in calculations, and the key steps in their reasoning use the correct number of significant figures for calculated quantities
Where calculations are done, all of the key stages in the calculation should be recorded by candidates, so the credit can be given for correctly displaying working. Similarly, where observations form the basis for
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logical deduction (e.g. the concentration of a solution or the identity of an unknown substance), the steps in making the deduction should be shown. Again, where inductive thought processes are used to build up a general prediction or to support a general theory, from specific observations, the sequence of steps used should be reported. Calculated quantities should be given to the same number of significant figures (or one more than) the measured quantity of least accuracy. For example, if titre volume is measured to four significant figures e.g. 23.45 cm3, then the corresponding molar concentration should be given to four significant figures e.g. 1.305 mol dm3 or 0.9876 mol dm3. Data layout Candidates should be able to: choose a suitable and clear method of presenting the data, e.g. tabulations, graph or mixture of methods of presentation use the appropriate presentation medium to produce a clear presentation of the data select which variables to plot against which and decide whether the graph should be drawn as a straight line or a curve plot appropriate variables on clearly labelled x- and y-axes choose suitable scales for graph axes plot all points or bars to an appropriate accuracy follow the ASE recommendations for putting lines on graphs
Generally, candidates are expected to present data in the form in which the key points of the data can be most easily visualised. For qualitative data this is likely to be a table. For quantitative data, this may be a graph or a table. Candidates should choose scales for the graph axes that allow the graph to be read easily, such as 1, 2 or 5 units to a 20 mm square. It is anticipated that candidates will be able to make the best use of the space available for making their presentation: using over half of the length of a grid in both x- and y-directions so that the data points occupy at least half of the graph grid in both directions; making tables of qualitative observations large enough so that all the entries can be comfortably fitted in the available space. The presentation medium should be pencil for lines on tables and graphs. The accepted scientific conventions for labelling the axes of a graph are the same as for the column headings in a table of results with both the quantity and the unit shown (where appropriate). Points should be finely drawn with a sharp pencil, but must still be visible. A fine cross or an encircled dot is suitable; a thick pencil blob is not. Often it is obvious that the data fall on a straight line or smooth curve, and a line of best fit or appropriate curve should be placed on the graph. In some cases candidates may be expected to draw two curves or lines and find the intersection. A line of best fit should show an even distribution of points on either side of the line along its whole length. Lines should be finely drawn and should not contain kinks or breaks. Candidates will be expected to extrapolate lines to read intercepts with axes or other lines or predict values outside the range of the experiment.
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Analysis, conclusions and evaluation Interpretation of data or observations and identifying sources of error Candidates should be able to: describe the patterns and trends shown by tables and graphs describe and summarise the key points of a set of observations find an unknown value by using co-ordinates or intercepts on a graph calculate other quantities from data, or calculate the mean from replicate values, or make other appropriate calculations determine the gradient of a straight-line graph evaluate the effectiveness of control variables identify the most significant sources of error in an experiment estimate, quantitatively, the uncertainty in quantitative measurements express such uncertainty in a measurement as an actual or percentage error show an understanding of the distinction between systematic errors and random errors
Descriptions should be precise, giving quotations of figures to support the description, and calculated values where these are appropriate. Unknown values might include a titration end point or change in mass. Calculations may involve mean, percentage, percentage gain or loss, rate of reaction, concentration, molar mass, and volume of gases or other appropriate calculations. When a gradient is to be determined, the points on the line chosen for the calculation should be separated by at least half of the length of the line drawn. Candidates should be used to looking at experiments and assessing the relative importance of errors in measurement or in making observations so that they can judge which sources of error are most important. Candidates should be familiar with simple means of estimating error, such as the errors intrinsic in measuring devices or in the observers ability to observe, or in experiments where limitations of the method introduce errors (e.g. heat loss when trying to assess enthalpy change). They should be able to express these errors in standard forms such as length = 73 mm 1mm, or temperature increase = 14 C 4 C. Candidates should be able to suggest which of the sources of error described are likely to be systematic errors such as those resulting from thermometers that consistently read 1 C above actual temperature, or candidates who read volumes to the wrong part of the meniscus, as well as those which are likely to be random errors due to variability of materials, or random variations in room temperature.
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Drawing conclusions Candidates should be able to: draw conclusions from an experiment, giving an outline description of the main features of the data, considering whether experimental data supports a given hypothesis, and making further predictions draw conclusions from interpretations of observations, data and calculated values make scientific explanations of the data, observations and conclusions that they have described
Hypotheses that are being tested in AS practical papers will be given, although hypothesis formulation is in skill B, and thus may be tested in the theory components. Conclusions may be expressed in terms of support for, or refutation of, hypotheses, or in terms of the deductions or inductions that can logically be made from the data, observations or calculated values. Simple scientific explanations form a part of such conclusions and therefore form a part of this practical assessment, in which the candidates will be expected to refer to knowledge and understanding gained in their theory part of the course in order to provide explanations of their practical conclusions. Suggesting improvements Candidates should be able to: suggest modifications to an experimental arrangement that will improve the accuracy of the experiment or the accuracy of the observations that can be made suggest ways in which to extend the investigation to answer a new question describe such modifications clearly in words or diagrams
Candidates suggestions should be realistic, so that in principle they are achievable in practice, although they may include the use of apparatus that is not available to the candidate (e.g. a colorimeter). The suggestions may relate either to the apparatus used, to the experimental procedure followed or to the nature of the observations or the means used to make them. Candidates may include improvements that they have actually made while carrying out the experiment, such as repeating readings. The suggested modifications may relate to sources of error identified by the candidate or to other sources of error. Extensions of the investigation should only be proposed specifically to permit the answering of a specified new question.
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5.3 Paper 5
Paper 5 will be a timetabled, written paper focussing on the following higher-order experimental skills: planning analysis and evaluation
This examination paper will not require laboratory facilities. It should be stressed that candidates cannot be adequately prepared for this paper without extensive laboratory work during their course of study. In particular, candidates cannot be taught to plan experiments effectively unless, on a number of occasions, they are required: to plan an experiment to perform the experiment according to their plan to evaluate what they have done.
This requires many hours of laboratory-based work, and it also requires careful supervision from teachers to ensure that experiments are performed with due regard to safety. Paper 5 will consist of two or more questions totalling 30 marks. Candidates will be required to design an experimental investigation of a given problem. Such questions will not be highly structured: candidates will be expected to answer using extended, structured writing, illustrated with appropriate diagrams, flow charts, tables or equations. Candidates may be asked to express a prediction in the form of a written hypothesis linking independent and dependent variables, or in the form of a graph showing the expected outcome. There will be activities in which candidates will be given some experimental data and will be required to analyse, evaluate and draw conclusions from it. These questions also will not be highly structured: candidates will be expected to decide for themselves the means that should be used to analyse, evaluate and conclude. Some questions on this paper may be set in areas of chemistry that are difficult to investigate experimentally in school laboratories, either because of the cost of equipment, such as colorimeters or spectrometers, or because of restrictions on the availability of samples and materials such as expensive chemicals or biochemicals, or for safety reasons. No question will require knowledge of theory or equipment that is beyond the syllabus. Information that candidates are not expected to know will be provided in the examination paper.
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Mark scheme for Paper 5 Paper 5 will be marked using the generic mark scheme below. The expectations for each mark category are listed in the sections that follow. Skill Planning 15 marks Approximate breakdown of marks Defining the problem Methods Analysis, conclusions and evaluation 15 marks Dealing with data Evaluation Conclusion 5 marks 10 marks 8 marks 4 marks 3 marks
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Expectations for each mark category (Paper 5) Planning Defining the problem Candidates should be able to: identify the independent variable in the experiment or investigation identify the dependent variable in the experiment or investigation express the aim in terms of a prediction or hypothesis, and express this in words or in the form of a predicted graph identify the variables that are to be controlled
Candidates will be provided with information about the aims of the investigation or experiment, and some background information relating to it. They should be able to make use of this information to identify the key variables in the investigation, and to make a quantitative, testable, falsifiable prediction of the likely outcome, based on the information given and their knowledge and understanding of the topic under consideration. Candidates may be asked to express their prediction in the form of a sketch graph showing the expected outcome. A list of key variables to control in order to test the hypothesis effectively is required, and should include variables that might be expected to have some effect on the material involved (e.g. temperature), but not those likely to have a trivial effect (e.g. using the same test-tube). Methods Candidates should be able to: describe the method to be used to vary the independent variable, and the means that they will propose to ensure that they have measured its values accurately describe how the dependent variable is to be measured describe how each of the other key variables is to be controlled explain how any control experiments will be used to verify that it is the independent variable that is affecting the dependent variable and not some other factor describe the arrangement of apparatus and the steps in the procedure to be followed suggest appropriate volumes and concentrations of reagents assess the risks of their proposed methods describe precautions that should be taken to keep risks to a minimum draw up tables for data that they might wish to record describe how the data might be used in order to reach a conclusion
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The overall arrangement should be workable. It should be possible to collect the data required without undue difficulty if the apparatus were assembled as described. Words and labelled diagrams should be used for describing the apparatus and how to use it. The measuring instruments chosen should measure the correct quantity to a suitable precision. Control experiments may be of the type where all factors are identical to the experimental treatment, except that the value of the independent variable is zero, or they may be of the type used to confirm that, for example, it is a catalyst that is causing a particular effect, where the catalyst is omitted or inactivated. Candidates should be able to carry out a simple risk assessment of their plan, identifying the areas where accident or injury is most likely and areas where it would be most serious. They should be able to use this to propose appropriate safety precautions specifically related to the risks that they have identified e.g. the experiment gives off NO2 fumes and should be carried out in a fume hood. Candidates should be able to describe the main steps that they would use in order to get to the point of being able to draw conclusions, including, as appropriate, preparation of results tables, proposed graphs to plot, key points to consider in any evaluation of the method and results, and reference back to the hypothesis.
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Evaluation Candidates should be able to: identify anomalous values in provided data and suggest appropriate means of dealing with such anomalies within familiar contexts, suggest possible explanations for anomalous readings identify the extent to which provided readings have been adequately replicated, and describe the adequacy of the range of data provided use provided information to assess the extent to which selected variables have been effectively controlled use these evaluations and provided information to make informed judgements on the confidence with which conclusions may be drawn
In a table or graph of data, candidates should be able to identify values which are clearly anomalous, and suggest strategies for dealing with such anomalies, including repeating the experiment or omitting the affected replicate. Where investigations are set in familiar contexts, which it is expected that candidates will have explored during the course, candidates may be asked to suggest possible causes for such anomalies (above and beyond investigator error), and will be rewarded for answers derived from their own experience of problems intrinsic in the particular investigation. Candidates will be expected to have a knowledge of the advantages of replication of data, and the practical limitations. Candidates will be expected to be able to identify instances where it would have been sensible for the investigator to take readings at lower or higher values of the independent variable in order to give a complete range of values, and also situations where there are gaps in the range that reduce the information that can be provided from the investigation (e.g. around a key turning point). Candidates may be provided with information that will permit them to assess the extent to which particular variable have been effectively controlled (e.g. the temperature recorded within each of a number of samples in which it is supposed to be the same). Candidates will be expected to be able to draw together all of this information to permit them to make judgements about the reliability of the investigation and the trustworthiness of its outcomes. They should be able to state if the data will permit strong or weak support for or against, or indeed, proof or refutation of, a hypothesis, or is of such poor quality that it cannot successfully be used to test the hypothesis.
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Conclusions Candidates should be able to: draw conclusions from an investigation, providing a detailed description of the key features of the data and analyses, and considering whether experimental data supports a given hypothesis make detailed scientific explanations of the data, analyses and conclusions that they have described make further predictions, ask informed and relevant questions and suggest improvements
Key points of the raw data, graphical representations of it and calculated values should be given, leading to a clear indication of the strength or weakness of any support for or against the hypothesis, or indeed, its proof or refutation. Detailed scientific explanations form a part of such conclusions and therefore form a part of this higher-order practical skill assessment, in which the candidates will be expected to refer to knowledge and understanding gained in their theory part of the course in order to provide explanations of their practical conclusions, for example making detailed reference to the rate of effective collisions between particles and substrates in explaining the conclusions made about a reaction-rate hypothesis. Where appropriate, candidates may be given the opportunity to ask questions based on their conclusions and thus to derive further predictions and hypotheses. Within familiar contexts and in relation to the evaluations they have made, candidates may be offered the opportunity to suggest how the investigation may be improved in order to increase the confidence in drawing conclusions. Analysis, conclusions and evaluation Dealing with data Candidates should be able to: identify the calculations and means of presentation of data that are necessary to be able to draw conclusions from provided data use calculations to enable simplification or explanation of data use tables and graphs to draw attention to the key points in quantitative data, including the variability of data
Candidates should know how to choose and carry out calculations required to simplify or make comparable data. These calculations might include the mean, median, mode, percentage and percentage gain or loss. Candidates should also know how to choose and construct appropriate data tables, including columns for calculated values, and headings including quantity and unit where appropriate. Similarly they should be able to construct suitable graphs displaying the independent variable on the x-axis and dependent variable on the y-axis, and fulfilling the criteria laid out in the AS section above.
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5.4 Apparatus and materials list

This list given below has been drawn up in order to give guidance to schools concerning the apparatus that is expected to be generally available for examination purposes (Paper 3 Advanced Practical Skills 1 and Advanced Practical Skills 2). The list is not intended to be exhaustive: in particular, items (such as Bunsen burners, tripods, glass-tubing) that are commonly regarded as standard equipment in a chemical laboratory are not included. Unless otherwise stated, the rate of allocation is per candidate. Glassware should where possible conform to the quality specifications given, or Supervisors should otherwise satisfy themselves that the glassware used is of an appropriate accuracy. Two burettes, 50 cm3 (ISO385 or grade B) Two pipettes, 25 cm3 (ISO648 or grade B) One pipette, 10 cm3 (ISO648 or grade B) Teat/squeeze/dropping pipettes One pipette filler Conical flasks: three within range 150 cm3 to 250 cm3 One-mark graduated volumetric flask, 250 cm3 (ISO1042 or grade B) Measuring cylinders, 25 cm3 and 50 cm3 (ISO6706 or ISO4788 or grade B) Wash bottle Two filter funnels Porcelain crucible, approximately 15 cm3, with lid Evaporating basin, at least 30 cm3 Beakers, squat form with lip: 100 cm3, 250 cm3 Thermometers: 10 C to +110 C at 1 C Plastic beaker, e.g. polystyrene, of approximate capacity 150 cm3 Test-tubes (some of which should be Pyrex or hard glass) approximately 125 mm 16 mm Boiling tubes, approximately 150 mm 25 mm Clocks (or wall-clock) to measure to an accuracy of about 1s (Where clocks are specified, candidates may use their own wrist watches if they prefer.) Balance, single-pan, direct reading, minimum accuracy 0.1 g (1 per 812 candidates) weighing to 300 g
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It is suggested that the following chemicals be used in the Centre as part of the practical course. These chemicals may also be required for the practical examination. Practical examinations may also require chemicals that are not listed. For titration Acid/base titration common laboratory acids (hydrochloric acid, sulfuric acid, nitric acid) a weak acid such as ethanoic or propanoic acid sodium hydroxide sodium carbonate phenolphthalein indicator methyl orange or screened methyl orange indicator or bromophenol blue indicator Permanganate titration potassium manganate(VII) hydrogen peroxide iron(II) sulfate or ammonium iron(II) sulfate sodium nitrite ethanedioic acid or its soluble salts Iodine/thiosulfate titration potassium manganate(VII) potassium dichromate(VI) hydrogen peroxide potassium iodate(V) starch indicator For qualitative analysis Bench reagents aqueous ammonia (approximately 2.0 mol dm3) aqueous sodium hydroxide (approximately 2.0 mol dm3) hydrochloric acid (approximately 2.0 mol dm3) nitric acid (approximately 2.0 mol dm3) sulfuric acid (approximately 1.0 mol dm3) aqueous potassium dichromate(VI) (approximately 0.5 mol dm3) aqueous barium nitrate or aqueous barium chloride (approximately 0.1 mol dm3) aqueous lead(II) nitrate (approximately 0.1 mol dm3) aqueous silver nitrate (approximately 0.05 mol dm3) aqueous potassium iodide (approximately 0.1 mol dm3) potassium manganate(VII) (approximately 0.02 mol dm3) limewater (a saturated solution of calcium hydroxide) and the equipment normally used by the Centre to test for carbon dioxide
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red and blue litmus paper splints and a Bunsen burner aluminium foil For inorganic analysis the carbonates (where they exist), sulfates, nitrates and chlorides of the cations listed in the Qualitative Analysis notes the sodium and potassium salts of the anions listed in the Qualitative Analysis notes For organic analysis the reagents necessary to perform the reactions of alcohols (primary, secondary, tertiary), aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids and esters listed in the theory syllabus N.B. Tests for aldehydes may be performed by substituting glucose for the aldehyde. 2,4-dinitrophenylhydrazine reagent (Bradys reagent) is available from some suppliers (e.g. Sigma-Aldrich).
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Preparation for the examination (Paper 3 Advanced Practical Skills 1/2)

Details of the specific requirements for apparatus and materials for a particular examination are given in the Confidential Instructions which are sent to Centres several weeks prior to the examination. These instructions also contain advice about colour-blind candidates. Centres should contact the Despatch Department at CIE if they believe the Confidential Instructions have not been received. It is essential that absolute confidentiality be maintained in advance of the examination date: the contents of the Confidential Instructions must not be revealed either directly or indirectly to candidates. Supervisors are reminded of their responsibilities for supplying the examiners with the information specified in the Confidential Instructions. Failure to supply such information may cause candidates to be unavoidably penalised. The attention of Centres is drawn to the Handbook for Centres which contains a section on Science Syllabuses that includes information about arrangements for practical examinations. If there is any doubt about the interpretation of Confidential Instructions document or the suitability of the apparatus available, enquiries should be sent to the Product Manger for Chemistry at CIE, using either e-mail (international@cie.org.uk), fax (+44 1223 553558) or telephone (+44 1223 553554). Detailed guidance on preparing the standard bench reagents and indicators will not be given in the Confidential Instructions. The Confidential Instructions will refer Supervisors to the following guidance notes in this syllabus document. The following hazard codes are used where relevant: C = corrosive substance H = harmful or irritating substance T = toxic substance F = highly flammable substance O = oxidising substance N = dangerous for the environment
The attention of Centres is drawn to any local regulations relating to safety, first-aid and disposal of chemicals. Hazard Data Sheets should be available from your chemical supplier.
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Guidance for the preparation of reagents for qualitative analysis and indicators Hazard [H] Label dilute hydrochloric acid dilute nitric acid dilute sulfuric acid Identity 2.0 mol dm HCl
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Instructions Dilute 170 cm of concentrated (3537%; approximately 11 mol dm3) acid [C] to 1 dm3. Dilute 128 cm3 of concentrated (70% w/v) acid [C] [O] to 1 dm3. Cautiously pour 55 cm3 of concentrated (98%) sulfuric acid [C] into 500 cm3 of distilled water with continuous stirring. Make the solution up to 1 dm3 with distilled water. Care: concentrated H2SO4 is very corrosive. Dilute 112 cm3 of concentrated (35%) ammonia [C] [N] to 1 dm3. Dissolve 80.0 g of NaOH [C] in each dm3 of solution. Care: the process of solution is exothermic and any concentrated solution is very corrosive. Dissolve 24.4 g of BaCl 2.2H2O [T] (or 26.1 g of Ba(NO3)2 [H] [O]) in each dm3 of solution. Dissolve 8.5 g of AgNO3 [C] [N] in each dm3 of solution. Dissolve 33.1 g of Pb(NO3)2 [T] [O] [N] in each dm3 of solution. Prepare fresh limewater by leaving distilled water to stand over solid calcium hydroxide [H] for several days, shaking occasionally. Decant or filter the solution.
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[C] [H]
2.0 mol dm3 HNO3 1.0 mol dm3 H2SO4
[H] [C]
aqueous ammonia aqueous sodium hydroxide
2.0 mol dm3 NH3 2.0 mol dm3 NaOH
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0.1 mol dm3 barium chloride [or 0.1 mol dm3 barium nitrate] 0.05 mol dm3 silver nitrate 0.1 mol dm3 lead(II) nitrate limewater
0.1 mol dm3 barium chloride [or 0.1 mol dm3 barium nitrate] 0.05 mol dm3 silver nitrate 0.1 mol dm3 lead(II) nitrate saturated aqueous calcium hydroxide, Ca(OH)2
[H] [N] [T] [N] [H]
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[T] [N]
acidified aqueous potassium dichromate(VI)
0.05 mol dm3 K2Cr2O7 , 0.05 mol dm3 H2SO4
Dissolve 14.8 g of K2Cr2O7 [T] [N] in 50 cm3 of 1 mol dm3 sulfuric acid [H]. Make the solution up to 1 dm3 with distilled water. The use of plastic gloves may be considered to prevent contact with skin. Dissolve 16.6 g of KI [H] in each dm3 of solution. Dissolve 3.16 g of KMnO4 [N] [O] [H] in each dm3 of solution. Mix 2 g of soluble starch with a little cold water until a smooth paste is obtained. Add 100 cm3 boiling water and stir. Boil until a clear solution is obtained (about 5 minutes). Use commercially produced solution or dissolve 0.4 g of solid indicator [H] in 200 cm3 of ethanol (IMS) [F] and make up to 1 dm3 with distilled water. Dissolve 0.4 g of the solid indicator [H] in 200 cm3 of ethanol (IMS) [F] and make up to 1 dm3 with distilled water. Dissolve 1.0 g of the solid indicator [H] in 600 cm3 of ethanol (IMS) [F] and make up to 1 dm3 with distilled water.
0.1 mol dm3 potassium iodide [N] 0.02 mol dm3 potassium manganate(VII) starch indicator
0.1 mol dm3 KI 0.02 mol dm3 KMnO4
freshly prepared aqueous starch indicator (approx. 2% solution w/v)
methyl orange indicator
methyl orange indicator (pH range 2.9 to 4.6)
bromophenol blue indicator [F] phenolphthalein indicator
bromophenol blue indicator (pH range 3.0 to 4.5) phenolphthalein indicator (pH range 8.0 to 10.0)
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5.5 Qualitative analysis notes

[Key: ppt. = precipitate] 1 Reactions of aqueous cations cation NaOH(aq) aluminium, Al 3+(aq) ammonium, NH4+(aq) barium, Ba2+(aq) calcium, Ca2+(aq) chromium(III), Cr3+(aq) copper(II), Cu2+(aq), iron(II), Fe2+(aq) white ppt. soluble in excess no ppt. ammonia produced on heating no ppt. (if reagents are pure) white ppt. with high [Ca2+(aq)] grey-green ppt. soluble in excess giving dark green solution pale blue ppt. insoluble in excess green ppt. turning brown on contact with air insoluble in excess red-brown ppt. insoluble in excess white ppt. soluble in excess white ppt. insoluble in excess off-white ppt. rapidly turning brown on contact with air insoluble in excess white ppt. soluble in excess reaction with NH3(aq) white ppt. insoluble in excess no ppt. no ppt. grey-green ppt. insoluble in excess blue ppt. soluble in excess giving dark blue solution green ppt. turning brown on contact with air insoluble in excess red-brown ppt. insoluble in excess white ppt. insoluble in excess white ppt. insoluble in excess off-white ppt. rapidly turning brown on contact with air insoluble in excess white ppt. soluble in excess
iron(III), Fe3+(aq) lead(II), Pb2+(aq) magnesium, Mg2+(aq) manganese(II), Mn2+(aq) zinc, Zn2+(aq)
[Lead(II) ions can be distinguished from aluminium ions by the insolubility of lead(II) chloride.]
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2 Reactions of anions ion carbonate, CO3 chromate(VI), CrO42(aq) chloride, Cl (aq) bromide, Br(aq) iodide, I (aq) nitrate, NO3(aq) nitrite, NO2(aq)
2
reaction CO2 liberated by dilute acids yellow solution turns orange with H+(aq); gives yellow ppt. with Ba2+(aq); gives bright yellow ppt. with Pb2+(aq) gives white ppt. with Ag+(aq) (soluble in NH3(aq)); gives white ppt. with Pb2+(aq) gives cream ppt. with Ag+(aq) (partially soluble in NH3(aq)); gives white ppt. with Pb2+(aq) gives yellow ppt. with Ag+(aq) (insoluble in NH3(aq)); gives yellow ppt. with Pb2+(aq) NH3 liberated on heating with OH(aq) and Al foil NH3 liberated on heating with OH(aq) and Al foil; NO liberated by dilute acids (colourless NO (pale) brown NO2 in air) gives white ppt. with Ba2+(aq) or with Pb2+(aq) (insoluble in excess dilute strong acids) SO2 liberated with dilute acids; gives white ppt. with Ba2+(aq) (soluble in excess dilute strong acids)
sulfate, SO42(aq) sulfite, SO32(aq)
3 Tests for gases gas ammonia, NH3 carbon dioxide, CO2 chlorine, Cl 2 hydrogen, H2 oxygen, O2 sulfur dioxide, SO2 test and test result turns damp red litmus paper blue gives a white ppt. with limewater (ppt. dissolves with excess CO2) bleaches damp litmus paper pops with a lighted splint relights a glowing splint turns acidified aqueous potassium dichromate(VI) from orange to green
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6.1 Safety in the laboratory

Responsibility for safety matters rests with Centres. Attention is drawn to the following UK associations, websites, publications and regulations.
Associations
CLEAPSS is an advisory service providing support in practical science and technology, primarily for UK schools. International schools and post-16 colleges can apply for associate membership, which includes access to the CLEAPSS publications listed below. www.cleapss.org.uk.secmbfr.htm
Websites
www.chemsoc.org/networks/learnnet/Safety.htm www.ncbe.reading.ac.uk/NCBE/SAFETY/menu.html www.microbiologyonline.org.uk/safety.html www.ase.org.uk
Publications
Safeguards in the School Laboratory, ASE, 11th Edition, 2006 Topics in Safety, ASE, 3rd Edition, 2001 CLEAPSS Laboratory Handbook, updated annually (available to CLEAPSS members only) CLEAPSS Hazcards, updated annually (available to CLEAPSS members only) Safety in Science Education, DfES, HMSO, 1996, (available from www.ase.org.uk/htm/teacher_zone/ safety_in_science_education.php) Hazardous Chemicals, an interactive manual for science education, SSERC, 2002 (CD)
UK Regulations
Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (COSHH) 2002, www.opsi.gov.uk/SI/si2002/20022677.htm A brief guide may be found at: www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/indg136.pdf
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6.2 Summary of key quantities and units

The list below is intended as a guide to the more important quantities which might be encountered in teaching and used in question papers. The list is not exhaustive. Quantity Base quantities mass length time electric current thermodynamic temperature amount of substance Other quantities temperature volume density pressure frequency wavelength speed of electromagnetic waves Planck constant electric potential difference (standard) electrode redox electromotive force molar gas constant half-life atomic mass relative m l t kg, g m s A K mol Usual symbols SI unit
I
T n
, t
V, v
C m3, dm3 kg m3, g dm3, g cm3 Pa Hz m, mm, nm m s1 Js V V V J K1 mol1 s kg kg
p v, f
c h V (E ) E E R T, t ma Ar m Mr
} potential
{ atomic isotopic } mass
molecular mass relative molecular mass
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Quantity molar mass nucleon number proton number neutron number number of molecules number of molecules per unit volume Avogadro constant Faraday constant enthalpy change of reaction standard enthalpy change of reaction ionisation energy lattice energy bond energy electron affinity rate constant equilibrium constant acid dissociation constant order of reaction mole fraction concentration partition coefficient ionic product, solubility product ionic product of water pH
Usual symbols M A Z N N n L F H H
SI unit kg mol1 m3 mol1 C mol1 J, kJ J mol1, kJ mol1 kJ mol1 kJ mol1 kJ mol1 kJ mol1 as appropriate as appropriate as appropriate mol dm3 as appropriate mol2 dm6
I
k K, Kp, Kc Ka n, m x c K K, Ksp Kw pH
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6.3 Mathematical requirements

It is assumed that candidates will be competent in the techniques described below: (a) make calculations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of quantities (b) make approximate evaluations of numerical expressions (c) express small fractions as percentages, and vice versa (d) calculate an arithmetic mean (e) transform decimal notation to power of ten notation (standard form) (f) use tables or calculators to evaluate logarithms (for pH calculations), squares, square roots, and reciprocals (g) change the subject of an equation (most such equations involve only the simpler operations but may include positive and negative indices and square roots) (h) substitute physical quantities into an equation using consistent units so as to calculate one quantity; check the dimensional consistency of such calculations, e.g. the units of a rate constant k (i) solve simple algebraic equations (or <x >) (j) comprehend and use the symbols/notations <, >, , /, , , x (k) test tabulated pairs of values for direct proportionality by a graphical method or by constancy of ratio (l) select appropriate variables and scales for plotting a graph, especially to obtain a linear graph of the form y = mx + c (m) determine and interpret the slope and intercept of a linear graph (n) choose by inspection a straight line that will serve as the least bad linear model for a set of data presented graphically (o) understand i. the slope of a tangent to a curve as a measure of rate of change ii. the area below a curve where the area has physical significance, e.g. Boltzmann distribution curves (p) comprehend how to handle numerical work so that significant figures are neither lost unnecessarily nor used beyond what is justified (q) estimate orders of magnitude (r) formulate simple algebraic equations as mathematical models, e.g. construct a rate equation, and identify failures of such models Calculators If calculators are to be used, it is suggested that they should have the following functions: +, , , , x, x2, xy, lg x. A memory function may be useful but is not essential.
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6.4 Information technology (IT) usage in A Level Chemistry

The power of IT can be harnessed in Chemistry education by developing and extending candidates capabilities and enhancing the understandings of Chemistry concepts and processes. The following areas are ones where it might be useful for students to gain exposure to the use of IT in Chemistry: 1 Data acquisition (hardware) Sensors and data loggers can be used in experiments to measure and store the variations of physical quantities with time or with each other. Sensors and data loggers are invaluable where the timescales of the experiments are either very long or very short, or when multiple data have to be acquired simultaneously. The use of an appropriate combination of sensors and data loggers to collect the required data and the use of real time graphing of the collected data allows students to spent more time on the analysis and evaluation of the data. In the case of chemistry, data loggers and sensors could be used for experiments such as those involving measurement of temperature, pH, pressure or transmittance of light through solutions. The following are some examples of the use of sensors and data loggers in standard A level Chemistry experiments: the variation of pH during an acid-base titration the variation of temperature in a thermometric titration e.g. heat of neutralisation the variation of light transmittance through solutions in the investigation of effects of concentration on rate of reaction the variation of pressure during a chemical reaction where one of the products is a gas
2 Data analysis (software) A spreadsheet is the most commonly available application software suitable for the analysis of data. The data may be added manually via the keyboard or imported from files. One of the most important uses of a spreadsheet is that it allows its data to be analysed graphically. Two or more sets of corresponding data can be plotted as histograms or as simple line graphs. For example, students can plot graphs on the variations of physical properties of elements against the atomic number using the spreadsheet. This is useful for students in visualising the trends present in periods and groups in the Periodic Table. Spreadsheets can also be used to help students investigate graphically the effects of concentration of reactants on the rate of reaction. Simple modelling of chemical systems, for example, on chemical equilibrium, can be carried out using the spreadsheet. Students can explore what-if situations in such cases.
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3 Teaching aids and resources Many multimedia software titles, CD-ROMs and Internet resources are available to assist in the teaching of Chemistry. Some of this software can be used for self-paced learning for individual students while others can be used for classroom demonstrations and lectures. The use of digitised images, digital video and three dimensional computer models produces great realism in the visualisation of chemical reactions, concepts and phenomena which are both visually stimulating and dynamic for the learners and can greatly enhance the level of retention. Use of simulations programs encourages the explorations of what-if situations, which can precipitate a better understanding of the interdependence of factors influencing a chemical process.
Learning outcomes
Certain learning outcomes have been marked in the Syllabus section with an asterisk (*) to indicate the possibility of the application of IT. A brief commentary on some of these objectives follows. References in the notes below are to learning outcomes. Syllabus section 1. Atoms, molecules and stoichiometry IT application 1(c) offers an opportunity for the use of computer software to simulate the effect on the mass spectra due to the presence of isotopes. 1(g) allows the use of computer software to help students to check whether an equation is balanced. Computer software can be used to illustrate the nature and simulate the behaviours of the fundamental particles in electric and magnetic fields {2(a) and (b)}. Computer graphics and models can be used in the visualisation of the shapes and relative energies of orbitals {2(f) and (g)}. {2(i)(iii) and (k)} allows the use of a spreadsheet to analyse and visualise the trends in ionisation energies Computer software can be used effectively to help students to visualise the bondings, structures, bond angles, orbital overlaps, and bonds and shapes of molecules {3(a), (b), (c), (d) and (e)}. Computer animation can be used to illustrate intermolecular forces {3(i) and (k)}. 3-dimensional computer models can be used to illustrate structure of liquids and crystalline solids {4(d) and (e)}.
2. Atomic structure
3. Chemical bonding
4. States of matter
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5. Chemical energetics
Sensors and data loggers can be used to investigate the heat changes during a chemical reaction {5(a)}. The experimental results can be studied using spreadsheets and graphical displays. Computer simulation can be used to illustrate the effects of bond enthalpy on the H of reaction. Computer animations can be used to illustrate the process of dissolving. Computer simulation can be used to model a simple cell and study its feasibility based on E values {6(g)(ii)} and also to illustrate electrolysis. Computer simulation software and spreadsheet programs can be used to model a reversible reaction at equilibrium {7(a)}, and investigate the effects of changing the reaction conditions {7(b)}. Computer simulations of acid-base titrations and titration curves can be used to illustrate the effects of the strength of the acid/base used {7(m)}. Sensors and data loggers can be used to study the rate of reaction {8(b)}. Spreadsheets and graphical displays can be used effectively to help students in interpreting experimental data concerned with rate of reaction. Computer software can be used to model the effects of concentration changes on the rate of reaction {8(b)}. The Boltzmann distribution {8(c)} and the effect of temperature {8(d)} can be modelled using simulation software or spreadsheet programs. Computer animations can be used to illustrate catalysis {8(e)(i)}. Spreadsheets and graphical displays can be used to investigate the trends and variations of properties within the groups and across the third period of the Periodic Table {9.1(a)}. Computer software can be used to illustrate the electronic configurations {9.5(b)} and shapes of complexes, d orbital splitting and change in colour of complexes as a result of ligand change. Spreadsheets and graphical displays can be used to illustrate the trends in the variation of some properties of transition metals {9.5(d)}. Electronic periodic table can be used to provide physical and chemical data of elements. Digital video can be used to show reactions that are difficult or dangerous to conduct in the school laboratory.
6. Electrochemistry 7 . Equilibria
8. Reaction kinetics
9.1 The periodic table: chemical periodicity 9.5 Introduction to the chemistry of transition elements
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10. Organic chemistry
Molecular visualisation software can be used to help students in visualising the bonding types, molecular shapes and structures of alkanes, alkenes, alcohols, organic acids and their derivatives, carbonyl compounds, amines, and macromolecules. A good collection of three-dimensional simple organic as well as complex biochemical molecular models is available on the Internet in the PDB (Protein Data Bank) format. The VRML (Virtual Reality Modeling Language) format allows the visualisation of 3-D molecular models as well as molecular dynamics. These two formats can be easily viewed using standard web browsers with the appropriate plug-ins. Limited user interactions with models in these two formats are possible. Pre-rendered, non-interactive animation movies on various topics such as organic reaction mechanism are also available on the Internet, mainly in the form of digital movie. Some common formats are AVI (Audio Video Interleave), QT (QuickTime) and MPG (a highly compressed digital video as in Video CD). Shockwave movies are also available which can be interactive. Computer software can be used to help students in learning the nomenclature and general formula of organic compound {10.1(a)}. Computer programs/graphics can be used to illustrate the shapes of molecules {10.1(c) and (d)}. Three-dimensional molecular models can be used to illustrate the concept of chirality and optical isomerism {10.1(g)}. Computer animations can be used to illustrate the various organic chemistry reaction mechanisms {10.2(c), (d)(i), (d)(ii), (e), (j)(i) and (k)(i)}. Computer animations can be used to illustrate the mechanism of nucleophilic substitution {10.3(b)}. Computer animations can be used to illustrate the mechanism of nucleophilic addition {10.5(b)}. Computer animations can be used to illustrate the hydrolysis of esters {10.6(h)}. Internet resources can be used to provide current information on issues related to disposal of plastics {10.8(b)} and background information and examples on addition and condensation polymers.
10.1 Introductory topics
10.2 Hydrocarbons 10.3 Halogen derivatives 10.5 Carbonyl compounds 10.6 Carboxylic acids and derivatives 10.8 Polymerisation
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6.5 Glossary of terms used in Science papers

It is hoped that the glossary (which is relevant only to science subjects) will prove helpful to candidates as a guide, i.e. it is neither exhaustive nor definitive. The glossary has been deliberately kept brief not only with respect to the number of terms included but also to the descriptions of their meanings. Candidates should appreciate that the meaning of a term must depend in part on its context. 1. Define (the term(s)...) is intended literally. Only a formal statement or equivalent paraphrase is required. 2. What do you understand by/What is meant by (the term(s)...) normally implies that a definition should be given, together with some relevant comment on the significance or context of the term(s) concerned, especially where two or more terms are included in the question. The amount of supplementary comment intended should be interpreted in the light of the indicated mark value. 3. State implies a concise answer with little or no supporting argument, e.g. a numerical answer that can be obtained by inspection. 4. List requires a number of points, generally each of one word, with no elaboration. Where a given number of points is specified, this should not be exceeded. 5. Explain may imply reasoning or some reference to theory, depending on the context. 6. Describe requires candidates to state in words (using diagrams where appropriate) the main points of the topic. It is often used with reference either to particular phenomena or to particular experiments. In the former instance, the term usually implies that the answer should include reference to (visual) observations associated with the phenomena. In other contexts, describe and give an account of should be interpreted more generally, i.e. the candidate has greater discretion about the nature and the organisation of the material to be included in the answer. Describe and explain may be coupled in a similar way to state and explain. 7 . Discuss requires candidates to give a critical account of the points involved in the topic. 8. Outline implies brevity, i.e. restricting the answer to giving essentials. 9. Predict or deduce implies that the candidate is not expected to produce the required answer by recall but by making a logical connection between other pieces of information. Such information may be wholly given in the question or may depend on answers extracted in an early part of the question. 10. Comment is intended as an open-ended instruction, inviting candidates to recall or infer points of interest relevant to the context of the question, taking account of the number of marks available. 11. Suggest is used in two main contexts, i.e. either to imply that there is no unique answer (e.g. in chemistry, two or more substances may satisfy the given conditions describing an unknown), or to imply that candidates are expected to apply their general knowledge to a novel situation, one that may be formally not in the syllabus. 12. Find is a general term that may variously be interpreted as calculate, measure, determine etc. 13. Calculate is used when a numerical answer is required. In general, working should be shown, especially where two or more steps are involved.
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14. Measure implies that the quantity concerned can be directly obtained from a suitable measuring instrument, e.g. length, using a rule, or angle, using a protractor. 15. Determine often implies that the quantity concerned cannot be measured directly but is obtained by calculation, substituting measured or known values of other quantities into a standard formula, e.g. relative molecular mass. 16. Estimate implies a reasoned order of magnitude statement or calculation of the quantity concerned, making such simplifying assumptions as may be necessary about points of principle and about the values of quantities not otherwise included in the question. 17 . Sketch, when applied to graph work, implies that the shape and/or position of the curve need only be qualitatively correct, but candidates should be aware that, depending on the context, some quantitative aspects may be looked for, e.g. passing through the origin, having an intercept, asymptote or discontinuity at a particular value. In diagrams, sketch implies that a simple, freehand drawing is acceptable: nevertheless, care should be taken over proportions and the clear exposition of important details. 18. Construct is often used in relation to chemical equations where a candidate is expected to write a balanced equation, not by factual recall but by analogy or by using information in the question. 19. Compare requires candidates to provide both the similarities and differences between things or concepts. 20. Classify requires candidates to group things based on common characteristics. Special Note Units, significant figures. Candidates should be aware that misuse of units and/or significant figures, i.e. failure to quote units where necessary, the inclusion of units in quantities defined as ratios or quoting answers to an inappropriate number of significant figures, is liable to be penalised.
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Data Booklet
Chemistry Advanced Subsidiary and Advanced Level
for use from 2009 in all papers for the above syllabus, except practical examinations
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Tables of Chemical Data

Important values, constants and standards
molar gas constant the Faraday constant the Avogadro constant the Planck constant speed of light in a vacuum rest mass of proton, 1 1H
1 rest mass of neutron, 0 n 0 rest mass of electron, -1 e
R = 8.31 J K1 mol1 F = 9.65 104 C mol1 L = 6.02 x 1023 mol1 h = 6.63 1034 J s c = 3.00 108 m s1 mp = 1.67 1027 kg mn = 1.67 1027 kg me = 9.11 1031 kg e = 1.60 1019 C Vm = 22.4 dm3 mol1 at s.t.p Vm = 24 dm3 mol1 under room conditions (where s.t.p. is expressed as 101 kPa, approximately, and 273 K (0 C)) Kw = 1.00 1014 mol2 dm6 (at 298 K [25 C]) = 4.18 kJ kg1 K1 (= 4.18 J g1 K1)
electronic charge molar volume of gas
ionic product of water specific heat capacity of water
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Ionisation energies (1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th) of selected elements, in kJ mol1
Proton number H He Li Be B C N O F Ne Na Mg Al Si P S Cl Ar K Ca Sc Ti V Cr Mn Fe 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 First 1310 2370 519 900 799 1090 1400 1310 1680 2080 494 736 577 786 1060 1000 1260 1520 418 590 632 661 648 653 716 762 Second 5250 7300 1760 2420 2350 2860 3390 3370 3950 4560 1450 1820 1580 1900 2260 2300 2660 3070 1150 1240 1310 1370 1590 1510 1560 Third 11800 14800 3660 4610 4590 5320 6040 6150 6940 7740 2740 3230 2920 3390 3850 3950 4600 4940 2390 2720 2870 2990 3250 2960 Fourth 21000 25000 6220 7480 7450 8410 9290 9540 10500 11600 4360 4960 4540 5150 5770 5860 6480 7110 4170 4600 4770 5190 5400
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Proton number Co Ni Cu Zn Ga Ge Br Sr Sn 27 28 29 30 31 32 35 38 50 53 56 82
First 757 736 745 908 577 762 1140 548 707 1010 502 716
Second 1640 1750 1960 1730 1980 1540 2080 1060 1410 1840 966 1450
Third 3230 3390 3350 3828 2960 3300 3460 4120 2940 2040 3390 3080
Fourth 5100 5400 5690 5980 6190 4390 4850 5440 3930 4030 4080
I
Ba Pb
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Bond energies
(a) Diatomic molecules Bond HH DD NN O=O F F Cl Cl Br Br Energy/kJ mol1 436 442 944 496 158 242 193 151 562 431 366 299 (b) Polyatomic molecules Bond CC C=C C C C..C (benzene) CH C Cl C Br C I CO C=O CN C=N CN NH NN N=N OH OO Si Cl Si H Si O Si Si S Cl SH SS Energy/kJ mol1 350 610 840 520 410 340 280 240 360 740 305 610 890 390 160 410 460 150 359 320 444 222 250 347 264
II
HF H Cl H Br H I
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Standard electrode potential and redox potentials, E at 298 K (25 C)

For ease of reference, two tables are given: (a) an extended list in alphabetical order; (b) a shorter list in decreasing order of magnitude, i.e. a redox series.
(a) E
in alphabetical order Electrode reaction Ag+ + e Al 3+ + 3e Ba2+ + 2e Br2 + 2e
E /V
+0.80 1.66 2.90
Ag Al Ba 2Br Ca 2Cl Cl2 + 2H2O Co Co2+ Co + 6NH3 Cr Cr Cr

2+ 3+
+1.07 2.87 +1.36 +1.64 0.28 +1.82 0.43 0.91 0.74 0.41 +1.33 +0.52 +0.34 +0.15 0.05 +2.87 0.44 0.04
Ca2+ + 2e Cl 2 + 2e 2HOCl + 2H+ + 2e Co + 2e

2+
Co3+ + e [Co(NH3)6]2+ + 2e Cr + 2e
3+ 2+
Cr3+ + 3e Cr + e Cr2O7 + 14H + 6e Cu + 2e

2+ 2 +
2Cr + 7H2O Cu Cu Cu+ Cu + 4NH3 2F Fe Fe Fe

2+
Cu+ + e
Cu2+ + e [Cu(NH3)4]2+ + 2e F2 + 2e
Fe2+ + 2e Fe3+ + 3e Fe + e
3+
+0.77
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Electrode reaction [Fe(CN)6]3 + e Fe(OH)3 + e 2H + 2e

+
E /V
+0.36 0.56 0.00 +0.54 2.92 3.04 2.38 1.18 +1.49 +1.23 +0.56 +1.67 +1.52 +0.81 +0.94 +0.87 2.71 0.25 0.51 +1.77 +1.23 +0.40 +0.68 0.83 0.13 +1.69 +1.47 +0.17 +2.01
2
[Fe(CN)6]4 Fe(OH)2 + OH H2 2I K Li Mg Mn Mn
2+
I2 + 2e
K+ + e Li + e
+
Mg2+ + 2e Mn2+ + 2e Mn + e
3+
MnO2 + 4H+ + 2e MnO4 + e MnO4 + 4H + 3e NO3 + 2H + e

+ +
Mn2+ + 2H2O MnO4 MnO2 + 2H2O Mn2+ + 4H2O NO2 + H2O HNO2 + H2O NH4+ + 3H2O Na Ni Ni + 6NH3 2H2O 2H2O 4OH
MnO4 + 8H+ + 5e
NO3 + 3H+ + 2e NO3 + 10H+ + 8e Na + e

+
Ni2+ + 2e [Ni(NH3)6]2+ + 2e H2O2 + 2H + 2e O2 + 2H2O + 4e O2 + 2H + 2e Pb + 2e

2+ + +
O2 + 4H+ + 4e

H2O2 H2 + 2OH Pb Pb2+ Pb2+ + 2H2O SO2 + 2H2O 2SO42
2H2O + 2e
Pb4+ + 2e PbO2 + 4H+ + 2e SO4 + 4H + 2e

2 +
S2O82+ 2e
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Electrode reaction S4O62+ 2e Sn2+ + 2e Sn + 2e

3+ 4+
E /V
+0.09 0.14 +0.15 1.20 0.26 +0.34 +1.00 +1.00 0.76
2S2O32 Sn Sn V V
2+ 3+ 2+
V2+ + 2e V +e VO + 2H + e
+ 2+ +
V + H2O VO2+ + H2O VO + 2H2O Zn

2+
VO2+ + 2H+ + e VO3 + 4H + e
Zn2+ + 2e
All ionic states refer to aqueous ions but other state symbols have been omitted.
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(b) E in decreasing order of oxidising power (see also the extended alphabetical list on the previous pages) Electrode reaction F2 + 2e S2O82+ 2e H2O2 + 2H + 2e
+
E /V
+2.87 +2.01 +1.77 +1.52 +1.47 +1.36 +1.33 +1.07 +0.81 +0.80 +0.77 +0.54 +0.40 +0.34 +0.17 +0.15
2
2F 2SO42 2H2O Mn2+ + 4H2O Pb2+ + 2H2O 2Cl
MnO4 + 8H+ + 5e PbO2 + 4H+ + 2e Cl 2 + 2e
Cr2O72 + 14H+ + 6e Br2 + 2e NO3 + 2H + e

+
2Cr3+ + 7H2O 2Br NO2 + H2O Ag Fe2+ 2I
Ag+ + e Fe3+ + e
I2 + 2e
O2 + 2H2O + 4e Cu2+ + 2e SO4 + 4H + 2e

2 2 +
4OH Cu SO2 + 2H2O Sn2+ 2S2O3 H2 Pb Sn Fe Zn Mg Ca K
Sn4+ + 2e S4O6 + 2e 2H + 2e
2+ 2+ +
+0.09 0.00 0.13 0.14 0.44 0.76 2.38 2.87 2.92
Pb2+ + 2e Sn + 2e Fe + 2e
2+
Zn2+ + 2e Mg + 2e
Ca2+ + 2e K+ + e
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Atomic and ionic radii

(a) Period 3 metallic atomic/nm Na Mg Al 0.186 0.160 0.143 ionic/nm Na+ Mg2+ Al 3+ Si4+ P3 S
2
0.095 0.065 0.050
single covalent
Si P S Cl
0.117 0.110 0.104 0.099
0.041 0.212 0.184 0.181
Cl
van der Waals (b) Group II metallic
Ar
0.192
Be Mg Ca Sr Ba Ra
0.112 0.160 0.197 0.215 0.217 0.220
Be2+ Mg2+ Ca Sr
2+ 2+
0.031 0.065 0.099 0.113 0.135 0.140
Ba2+ Ra
2+
(c) Group IV single covalent C Si Ge 0.077 0.117 0.122 Si4+ Ge

2+
0.041 0.093
metallic
Sn Pb
0.162 0.175
Sn2+ Pb
2+
0.112 0.120
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(d) Group VII single covalent F Cl Br 0.072 0.099 0.114 0.133 0.140 F Cl
0.136 0.181 0.195 0.216
Br
I
At (e) First row transition elements single covalent Sc Ti V Cr Mn Fe
0.144 0.132 0.122 0.117 0.117 0.116
Sc3+ Ti2+ V
3+ 3+
0.081 0.090 0.074 0.069 0.080 0.076 0.064 0.078 0.078 0.069 0.074
Cr
Mn2+ Fe
2+
Fe3+ Co Ni Cu Zn 0.116 0.115 0.117 0.125 Co2+ Ni

2+
Cu2+ Zn2+
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The Periodic Table of the Elements

Group I II 1.0 H hydrogen 1 10.8 B boron 5 12.0 C carbon 14.0 N nitrogen 7 31.0 P 16.0 O oxygen 8 32.1 S sulfur 9 19.0 F fluorine 10 39.9 Ar argon 18 83.8 Kr krypton 36 131 Xe xenon 54 Rn radon 86 Uuo
ununoctium
III
IV
VI
VII
0 4.0 He helium 2 20.2 Ne neon
Key 9.0 relative atomic mass Be atomic symbol beryllium name 3 4 atomic number 23.0 24.3 Na Mg sodium magnesium 11 12 39.1 40.1 45.0 47.9 50.9 52.0 K Ca Sc Ti V Cr potassium calcium scandium titanium vanadium chromium 19 20 21 22 23 24 85.5 87.6 88.9 91.2 92.9 95.9 Rb Sr Y Zr Nb Mo rubidium strontium yttrium zirconium niobium molybdenum 42 37 38 39 40 41 6.9 Li lithium 133 Cs caesium 55 Fr francium 87 137 Ba barium 56 Ra radium 88 178 Hf lanthanum hafnium 57 * 72 139 La 181 Ta tantalum 73 184 W tungsten 74 Sg
58.9 Co manganese cobalt 25 26 27 101 103 Tc Ru Rh technetium ruthenium rhodium 43 44 45 54.9 Mn 186 Re rhenium 75 190 Os osmium 76 Hs hassium 108 192 r
55.8 Fe iron
58.7 63.5 Ni Cu nickel copper 28 29 106 108 Pd Ag palladium silver 46 47 195 Pt platinum 78 197 Au gold
6 27.0 28.1 Al Si silicon aluminium 13 14 65.4 69.7 72.6 Zn Ga Ge zinc gallium germanium 30 31 32 119 112 115 n Sn Cd tin cadmium indium 50 48 49 201 Hg mercury 80 204 Tl thallium 81 207 Pb lead 82 Uuq
ununquadium
35.5 Cl phosphorus chlorine 15 16 17 74.9 79.0 79.9 As Se Br arsenic selenium bromine 33 34 35 122 128 127 Sb Te iodine antimony tellurium 53 51 52 209 Bi bismuth 83 Po At polonium astatine 84 85 Uuh
ununhexium
Ac Rf Db actinium * rutherfordium dubnium * 104 89 105
Bh seaborgium bohrium 106 107
iridium 79 77 Mt Uun Uuu Uub meitnerium ununnilium unununium ununbium 109 110 111 112
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anthanides
actinides * *
140 Ce cerium 58 Th thorium 90
144 Nd praseodymium neodymium 59 60 Pa U protactinium uranium 91 92
141 Pr
150 152 157 159 Sm Eu Gd Tb promethium samarium europium gadolinium terbium 61 62 63 64 65 Np Pu Am Cm Bk neptunium plutonium americium curium berkelium 93 94 95 96 97 Pm
163 165 167 169 173 175 Dy Ho Er Tm Yb Lu dysprosium holmium erbium thulium ytterbium lutetium 66 67 68 69 70 71 Cf Es Fm Md No Lr californium einsteinium fermium mendelevium nobelium lawrencium 101 98 99 100 102 103
1. 7 . Additional Introduction information
7 .1 Guided learning hours

Advanced Level (A Level) syllabuses are designed on the assumption that candidates have about 360 guided learning hours per subject over the duration of the course. Advanced Subsidiary Level (AS Level) syllabuses are designed on the assumption that candidates have about 180 guided learning hours per subject over the duration of the course. (Guided learning hours include direct teaching and any other supervised or directed study time. They do not include private study by the candidate.) However, these figures are for guidance only, and the number of hours required may vary according to local curricular practice and the candidates prior experience of the subject.
7 .2 Recommended prior learning

We recommend that candidates who are beginning this course should have previously completed an O Level or IGCSE course, or the equivalent, in Chemistry or in Coordinated Science.
7 .3 Progression
Cambridge International A Level Chemistry provides a suitable foundation for the study of Chemistry or related courses in higher education. Equally it is suitable for candidates intending to pursue careers or further study in the Chemical Sciences, or as part of a course of general education. Cambridge International AS Level Chemistry constitutes the first half of the Cambridge International A Level course in Chemistry and therefore provides a suitable foundation for the study of Chemistry at A Level and thence for related courses in higher education. Depending on local university entrance requirements, it may permit or assist progression directly to university courses in Chemistry or some other subjects. It is also suitable for candidates intending to pursue careers or further study in science, or as part of a course of general education.
7 .4 Component codes
Because of local variations, in some cases component codes will be different in instructions about making entries for examinations and timetables from those printed in this syllabus, but the component names will be unchanged to make identification straightforward.
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7 .5 Grading and reporting

A Level results are shown by one of the grades A*, A, B, C, D or E indicating the standard achieved, Grade A* being the highest and Grade E the lowest. Ungraded indicates that the candidate has failed to reach the standard required for a pass at either A Level or AS Level. Ungraded will be reported on the statement of results but not on the certificate. If a candidate takes an A Level and fails to achieve grade E or higher, an AS Level grade will be awarded if both of the following apply: the components taken for the A Level by the candidate in that session included all the components making up an AS Level the candidates performance on these components was sufficient to merit the award of an AS Level grade.
For languages other than English, CIE also reports separate speaking endorsement grades (Distinction, Merit and Pass), for candidates who satisfy the conditions stated in the syllabus. Percentage uniform marks are also provided on each candidates statement of results to supplement their grade for a syllabus. They are determined in this way: A candidate who obtains the minimum mark necessary for a Grade A* obtains a percentage uniform mark of 90%. the minimum mark necessary for a Grade A obtains a percentage uniform mark of 80%. the minimum mark necessary for a Grade B obtains a percentage uniform mark of 70%. the minimum mark necessary for a Grade C obtains a percentage uniform mark of 60%. the minimum mark necessary for a Grade D obtains a percentage uniform mark of 50%. the minimum mark necessary for a Grade E obtains a percentage uniform mark of 40%. no marks receives a percentage uniform mark of 0%. Candidates whose mark is none of the above receive a percentage mark in between those stated according to the position of their mark in relation to the grade thresholds (i.e. the minimum mark for obtaining a grade). For example, a candidate whose mark is halfway between the minimum for a Grade C and the minimum for a Grade D (and whose grade is therefore D) receives a percentage uniform mark of 55%. The uniform percentage mark is stated at syllabus level only. It is not the same as the raw mark obtained by the candidate, since it depends on the position of the grade thresholds (which may vary from one session to another and from one subject to another) and it has been turned into a percentage.
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AS Level results are shown by one of the grades a, b, c, d or e indicating the standard achieved, Grade a being the highest and Grade e the lowest. Ungraded indicates that the candidate has failed to reach the standard required for a pass at AS Level. Ungraded will be reported on the statement of results but not on the certificate. For languages other than English, CIE will also report separate speaking endorsement grades (Distinction, Merit and Pass) for candidates who satisfy the conditions stated in the syllabus. The content and difficulty of an AS Level examination is equivalent to the first half of a corresponding A Level. Percentage uniform marks are also provided on each candidates statement of results to supplement their grade for a syllabus. They are determined in this way: A candidate who obtains the minimum mark necessary for a Grade a obtains a percentage uniform mark of 80%. the minimum mark necessary for a Grade b obtains a percentage uniform mark of 70%. the minimum mark necessary for a Grade c obtains a percentage uniform mark of 60%. the minimum mark necessary for a Grade d obtains a percentage uniform mark of 50%. the minimum mark necessary for a Grade e obtains a percentage uniform mark of 40%. no marks receives a percentage uniform mark of 0%. Candidates whose mark is none of the above receive a percentage mark in between those stated according to the position of their mark in relation to the grade thresholds (i.e. the minimum mark for obtaining a grade). For example, a candidate whose mark is halfway between the minimum for a Grade c and the minimum for a Grade d (and whose grade is therefore d) receives a percentage uniform mark of 55%. The uniform percentage mark is stated at syllabus level only. It is not the same as the raw mark obtained by the candidate, since it depends on the position of the grade thresholds (which may vary from one session to another and from one subject to another) and it has been turned into a percentage.
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7 .6 Resources
Copies of syllabuses, the most recent question papers and Principal Examiners reports for teachers are available on the Syllabus and Support Materials CD-ROM, which is sent to all CIE Centres. Resources (textbooks, websites etc.) are also listed on CIEs public website at www.cie.org.uk. Please visit this site on a regular basis as the Resource lists are updated through the year. Access to teachers discussion forums, suggested schemes of work and regularly updated resource lists may be found on the CIE Teacher Support website at http://teachers.cie.org.uk. This website is available to teachers at registered CIE Centres.
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Cambridge International A & AS Level Chemistry Syllabus code 9701

2. Assessment at a glance .................................................................. 5 3. Syllabus aims and objectives ........................................................... 8

4. Syllabus content ............................................................................ 12

5. Practical assessment ..................................................................... 49

1.1 Why choose Cambridge?

Not-for-profit, part of the University of Cambridge

1.2 Why choose Cambridge International A & AS Level Chemistry?

1.3 Cambridge Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE)

1.4 How can I find out more?

If you are not a Cambridge Centre

Cambridge International A & AS Level Chemistry Syllabus code 9701

Weighting AS Level A Level 15% 23% 12% 38% 12%

1 hour 1 hour 15 min 2 hours 2 hours 1 hour 15 min

31% 46% 23%

Paper 3 Advanced Practical Skills 1/2

Combining this with other syllabuses

3. Syllabus aims and objectives

To develop abilities and skills that

To develop attitudes relevant to science such as:

3. Syllabus aims and objectives

3.2. Assessment objectives

Knowledge with understanding

Candidates should be able to demonstrate knowledge with understanding in relation to:

Handling, applying and evaluating information

3. Syllabus aims and objectives

Experimental skills and investigations

Students should be able to:

3.3 Weighting of assessment objectives

Papers 1, 2 and 4 Papers 1, 2 and 4 Papers 3 and 5

3. Syllabus aims and objectives

3.4 Additional information

4.1 Structure of the syllabus

4.2 Subject content

III Homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis

convention for representing the aromatic ring is preferred.

III Energy IV Metals in biological systems

III Nanotechnology IV Environment and energy

5.2 Paper 3 Advanced Practical Skills 1/2

Manipulation, measurement and observation

Presentation of data and observations

Analysis, conclusions and evaluation

5.4 Apparatus and materials list

Preparation for the examination (Paper 3 Advanced Practical Skills 1/2)

2.0 mol dm3 HNO3 1.0 mol dm3 H2SO4

aqueous ammonia aqueous sodium hydroxide

2.0 mol dm3 NH3 2.0 mol dm3 NaOH

[H] [N] [T] [N] [H]

acidified aqueous potassium dichromate(VI)

0.05 mol dm3 K2Cr2O7 , 0.05 mol dm3 H2SO4

0.1 mol dm3 KI 0.02 mol dm3 KMnO4

freshly prepared aqueous starch indicator (approx. 2% solution w/v)

methyl orange indicator

methyl orange indicator (pH range 2.9 to 4.6)

bromophenol blue indicator [F] phenolphthalein indicator

5.5 Qualitative analysis notes

sulfate, SO42(aq) sulfite, SO32(aq)

6.1 Safety in the laboratory

6.2 Summary of key quantities and units