GCSE Exam GCSE Chemistry

4.1 Atomic structure and the periodic table

4.2 Bonding structure and the properties of matter

4.3 Quantitative chemistry

4.4 Chemical changes

4.5 Energy changes

4.6 The rate and extent of chemical change

4.7 Organic chemistry

4.8 Chemical analysis

4.8.1 Purity formulations and chromatography

4.8.2 Identification of common gases

4.8.3 Identification of ions by chemical and spectroscopic means (chemistry only)

4.8.3.1 Flame tests

4.8.3.2 Metal hydroxides

4.8.3.3 Carbonates

4.8.3.4 Halides

4.8.3.5 Sulfates

4.8.3.6 Instrumental methods

4.8.3.7 Flame emission spectroscopy

4.9 Chemistry of the atmosphere

4.10 Using resources

AO1 Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of: scientific ideas; scientific techniques and procedures.

AO2 Apply knowledge and understanding of: scientific ideas; scientific enquiry, techniques and procedures.

AO3 Analyse information and ideas to: interpret and evaluate; make judgments and draw conclusions; develop and improve experimental procedures.

4.8.3.1 Flame tests

4.8.3.2 Metal hydroxides

4.8.3.3 Carbonates

4.8.3.4 Halides

4.8.3.5 Sulfates

4.8.3.6 Instrumental methods

4.8.3.7 Flame emission spectroscopy