TOP TIPS

When revising:

Do flash cards for each topic with key phrases and diagrams.

Definitions must be learned word perfect. When you finish revising a topic, take a blank page and complete an exam question in the allocated time and check your answers.

Go through all the past exam papers for each topic and be extremely familiar with the way the marks were awarded for each question.

Give appropriate time to the Mandatory Experiments and the Organic Chemistry sections of the course as these make up a large part of the paper.

In the exam:

Read the entire exam paper. Resist the temptation to start writing.

Choose your eight questions with at least two questions coming from Section A.

For each of your chosen questions – read the question carefully, (highlight any keywords) and ensure you answer all parts. Remember only answer what is asked, do not waffle! Always look to the

marks awarded for each part of the question in order to know the amount of detail required.

Start with your best question as this will boost your confidence.

Remember your answers must be precise. For calculations ensure your method is clear (show all your workings) and that your units are correct. Graphs must be drawn on graph paper with labelled axes (with units).

Finally, best of luck to all students in their Chemistry exam in June. Martina