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Chemistry — AS Level (9701)
As level
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This course covers the Cambridge AS Level Chemistry syllabus (9701), the first year of the full A Level programme. Students will develop an advanced understanding of physical, inorganic, and organic chemistry. Topics include atomic structure, chemical bonding, energetics, kinetics, equilibria, and introductory organic chemistry. The course builds rigorous analytical thinking, quantitative problem-solving, and practical laboratory skills essential for university study in chemistry, medicine, pharmacy, biochemistry, and chemical engineering.
Course Outline
- Introduction to Cambridge AS Level Chemistry (Syllabus 9701)
- Examination Structure — Papers 1, 2 and Practical Paper 3
- Atomic Structure — Electrons, orbitals and electronic configuration
- Chemical Bonding — Shapes of molecules and intermolecular forces
- States of Matter — Ideal gases and properties of solids and liquids
- Stoichiometry — Moles, concentrations and titration calculations
- Chemical Energetics — Enthalpy changes and Hess's Law
- Electrochemistry — Redox reactions and electrode potentials
- Equilibria — Le Chatelier's principle and Kc expressions
- Reaction Kinetics — Rate equations and activation energy
- The Periodic Table — Period 3 and Group chemistry
- Intro to Organic Chemistry — Nomenclature and isomerism
- Hydrocarbons — Alkanes, alkenes and reactions
- Halogenoalkanes and Alcohols
- Analytical Techniques — Mass spectrometry and IR spectroscopy
- Past Paper Practice — Papers 1 and 2 with model answers