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ZIMSEC O-Level Chemistry

7.1.0Physical chemistry

Physical chemistry in ZIMSEC O-Level Chemistry: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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  • Atomic structure

    25 min

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  • Chemical formulae: writing and naming compounds

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  • Reacting masses and limiting reactants

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  • Word, symbol and ionic equations

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  • Covalent bonding and simple molecules

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  • Giant covalent structures

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  • Exothermic and endothermic reactions

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  • Apparatus and measurement in the chemistry laboratory

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  • Planning investigations: variables, fair tests and safety

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  • Recording, presenting and evaluating data

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  • Concentration of solutions

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  • Relative atomic, molecular and formula masses

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  • The mole and the Avogadro constant

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  • Acidic, basic and amphoteric oxides

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  • Indicators and the pH scale

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  • Properties of acids, bases and alkalis

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  • Measuring and interpreting rates of reaction

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  • Oxidation and reduction

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  • Reversible reactions

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  • Diffusion

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Physical chemistry: sample question

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An atom has 14 protons, 15 neutrons and 14 electrons. What is its mass number?

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