Chemistry

Assessment

In year 13: Papers 1, 2, and 3 can assess content from Modules 1 to 10 as well as practical skills and chemical literacy. Paper 1 covers a breadth of understanding of concepts assessed by mainly shorter structured questions. Paper 2 covers a deeper understanding of concepts assessed by a mixture of short structured questions, extended response items and more open problem-solving style questions. Carrying on the theme of the current Chemistry B (Salters), this paper includes an Advance Notice article aimed at testing skills of chemical literacy developed during the course. Paper 3 focuses on the assessment of practical skills with a particular emphasis on investigational and problem-solving skills.