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First published 2019
Copyright: Primrose Kitten ©
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Table of Contents
Revision ....................................................................................... 6
Techniques ................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Timetable ................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Planning Tips ........................................................................................................................................................ 7
Weekday ................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Weekend ................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Exam command words ....................................................................................................................................... 10
Glossary of exam command words ............................................................................................................... 11
How to answer 6-mark questions .................................................................................................................. 12
Exam dates ............................................................................................................................................................. 13
Exam content ......................................................................................................................................................... 14
Maths Skills for Science Students .................................................................................................................. 15
Biology....................................................................................... 18
Five most common mistakes in a biology exam ...................................................................................... 18
Topic Guide ............................................................................................................................................................. 19
Key Words ............................................................................................................................................................... 20
B1 – Characteristics and classification of living organisms ............................................................................... 24
B2 – Organisation of the organism ............................................................................................................... 26
B3 – Movement in and out of cells ................................................................................................................ 28
B4 – Biological Molecules .................................................................................................................................. 30
B5 – Enzymes ........................................................................................................................................................ 32
B6 – Plant nutrition ............................................................................................................................................. 33
B7 – Human nutrition ......................................................................................................................................... 35
B8 – Transport in Plants .................................................................................................................................... 38
B9 – Transport in animals ................................................................................................................................. 40
B10– Diseases and immunity .......................................................................................................................... 43
B11– Gas exchange in humans ...................................................................................................................... 45
B12 – Respiration ................................................................................................................................................. 47
B13 – Excretion in humans .............................................................................................................................. 48
B14 – Coordination and response .................................................................................................................. 51
B15 – Drugs ........................................................................................................................................................... 54
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B16 – Reproduction ............................................................................................................................................. 56
B17 – Inheritance................................................................................................................................................. 59
B18 – Variation and selection.......................................................................................................................... 61
B19 – Organisms and their environment .................................................................................................... 63
B20 – Biotechnology and genetic engineering.......................................................................................... 66
B21 – Human influences on ecosystems..................................................................................................... 68
Chemistry ................................................................................... 71
5 most common mistakes in a chemistry exam....................................................................................... 71
Important tips........................................................................................................................................................ 71
Topic Guide ............................................................................................................................................................. 72
Equation Sheet ...................................................................................................................................................... 73
The formula of common acids and compounds ........................................................................................ 73
Reference table of common formulae .......................................................................................................... 74
The Reactivity Series .......................................................................................................................................... 75
Key Words ............................................................................................................................................................... 76
C1 – The particulate nature of matter ......................................................................................................... 78
C2 – Experimental techniques ........................................................................................................................ 80
C3 – Atoms, elements and compounds ....................................................................................................... 82
C4 – Stoichiometry .............................................................................................................................................. 85
C5 – Electricity and chemistry ........................................................................................................................ 87
C6 – Chemical energetics.................................................................................................................................. 89
C7 – Chemical Reactions ................................................................................................................................... 91
C8 – Acids, bases and salts .............................................................................................................................. 93
C9 – The Periodic Table ..................................................................................................................................... 95
C10– Metals ............................................................................................................................................................ 97
C11– Air and Water ............................................................................................................................................. 99
C12 – Sulfur and C13 – Carbonates ........................................................................................................... 101
C14– Organic Chemistry.................................................................................................................................. 102
Physics......................................................................................106
5 most common mistakes in a physics exam ......................................................................................... 106
Topic Guide ........................................................................................................................................................... 107
CIE GCSE Physics Equation Sheet ............................................................................................................... 107
P1 – General Physics......................................................................................................................................... 112
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P2 – Thermal physics ........................................................................................................................................ 116
P3 – Properties of waves, including light and sound ............................................................................ 119
P4 – Electricity and magnetism .................................................................................................................... 123
P5 – Atomic Physics .......................................................................................................................................... 129
Answers ....................................................................................132
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Revision
Techniques
Check out my revision technique playlist:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7O6CcKg0HaEAmHG0SbleDHfdJOQvUcnM
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Why do you need to revise effectively? Revision techniques #1
When should I start revising? Revision Techniques #2
How to find your motivation and stay motivated. Revision Techniques #3
5 easy and effective ways to revise and study. Revision Techniques #4
Flashcards. Revision Techniques #5
Using past exam papers to study. Revision Techniques #6
Colour - The easiest way to make study interesting. Revision Techniques #7
How to revise for the new specification maths exams. Revision Techniques #8
How to fill MASSIVE gaps in your knowledge. Revision Techniques #9
How to best use your revision guide. Revision Techniques #10
How best to use your revision guide, part 2. Revision techniques #11
The easiest way to improve your grades, which you're going to hate!! Revision Techniques
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Study timetable. Revision techniques #13
Study Timetable - Plan with Me. Revision Techniques #13
Another easy way to improve your grades, which you're going to hate!! Revision
Techniques #14
Study Space. Revision Techniques #15
Still not convinced? Here are some more links to help you.
The science of revision: nine ways pupils can revise for exams more effectively.
The Guardian. Bradley Busch Psychologist @Inner_drive Tuesday 19 April 2016
Ditch the highlighter and teach a friend. Psychology shows us a lot about how to improve our
memory and avoid distractions – here are some dos and don’ts
https://www.theguardian.com/teacher-network/2016/apr/19/students-revise-exams-revisionscience?CMP=share_btn_tw
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Timetable
Planning Tips
1. Write your timetable in pencil (or make a version on the computer), so you can change
things around if necessary.
2. Start by thinking about what activities you can’t miss (dinner, clubs or TV programs) and
put these into your timetable.
3. Plan in when you need to do your homework to get it in on time
4. On top of your homework time, aim for a minimum of 2 extra hours on a weekday and 4
hours each day over the weekend.
5. Plan to revise for 1 hour per subject each week (this is in addition to homework) fill in the
table below to help you work out how much time you need to spend on revision
6. Fill in the timetable spreading out the subjects (e.g., don’t do a whole day of Maths, do a
bit each day) put contrasting subjects next to each other, to give your brain a break (e.g.,
English and Physics)
7. Stick to the timetable; it will help ensure you cover each subject and spread out your
revision.
Subject
Group
Priority
Maths
English Language
English Literature
Core
Core
Core
A-level choice
A-level choice
A-level choice
A-level choice
Subject I struggle with
Subject I struggle with
Subject I struggle with
Subject I struggle with
High (+2 hours)
High (+2 hours)
High (+2 hours)
High (+2 hours)
High (+2 hours)
High (+2 hours)
High (+2 hours)
Medium (+1 hour)
Medium (+1 hour)
Medium (+1 hour)
Medium (+1 hour)
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Number of hours
each week
7
Weekday
Time
4.00 - 4.25
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
5-minute break
4.30 – 4.55
5-minute break
5.00 – 5.25
5-minute break
5.30 – 5.55
5-minute break
6.00 – 6.25
5-minute break
6.30 – 6.55
5-minute break
7.00 – 7.25
5-minute break
7.30 – 7.55
5-minute break
8.00 – 8.25
5-minute break
8.30 – 9.00
Weekend
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Time
Saturday
Time
Sunday
5-minute break
5-minute break
5-minute break
5-minute break
5-minute break
5-minute break
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Exam command words
Command words are words in exam questions that give you clues on what the examiners are
looking for.
Depending on the command word, your answer to a question will be very different.
There are four main ones you’ll come across; give,
describe, explain and evaluate.
Give what is in the picture.
For this answer, you simply need to state using one or two
words what is in the picture
A dress
Describe what is in the picture.
For this answer, you need to tell the examiners what it
looks like or recall an event or process
An orange halter neck dress with a pale band around the waist.
Explain what is in the picture.
For this answer, you need to give reasons why something is the way it is
The dress is a summer dress, so it has a halter neck, it is from the 1950s and shows the style
at the time.
Evaluate what is in the picture.
Here you need to give good points, bad points, your opinion and justify your opinion
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This dress is good because it is made from a light fabric so will be cool in summer
This dress is bad because the colour is too bright
Overall, I think this is a good dress…
… because it is well suited to the purpose of being a summer dress.
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Glossary of exam command words
Calculate/ Determine: use maths to work out the answer
Choose: circle the answer from the selection
Compare: what the similarities and differences are
Complete: fill in the gaps - pay attention to any given words, some may be used more than
once some not at all
Define: what does the word mean?
Describe: what it looks like, or recall an event or process
Design: Plan something
Draw: a scientific diagram, not an arty sketch
Estimate: give a sensible guess
Evaluate: give good points, bad points your option and justify your opinion
Explain: give reasons why something is the way it is
Give/Name: a short answer
Identify/Label: name a part
Justify: give an answer and support it with a reason
Measure: you might need to get your ruler out for this one
Plan: write a method, don’t forget your variables, controls and risk assessment
Plot: mark points on a graph using an x
Predict/suggest: what do you think is going to happen, you may need to use information
from the question and knowledge from class
Show: give evidence and come to a conclusion
Sketch: a rough drawing, a graph doesn’t always need number labels on the axis, but it must
be an accurate representation
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How to answer 6-mark questions
1. Identify the command word; this tells you what the examiners are looking for. This is
generally described, explain or evaluate.
2. Go back over the question and use different colour highlighter pens to pick out key bits of
information.
3. Plan the structure of your question. Table, paragraphs, diagram.
4. Write your answer.
5. Check your answer fully answers the question, make sure is it balanced and cover all the
points asked for in the question.
6. Check your spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
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Exam dates
Dates might be changed by CIE
Exam
Units covered
2019 exam dates
Biology Paper 1
Biology Units 1 - 21
Friday 14th June PM
Biology Paper 3
Biology Units 1 - 21
Tuesday 14th May PM
For Separate Sciences: Biology (Core)
For Separate Sciences Biology (Extended)
Biology Paper 2
Biology Units 1 – 21
Friday 14th June PM
Biology Paper 4
Biology Units 1 – 21
Tuesday 14th May PM
For Separate Sciences: Biology (Core and Extended)
Either Biology Paper 5
Biology Units 1 - 21
Thursday 2nd May PM
Or Biology Paper 6
Biology Units 1 - 21
Thursday 2nd May PM
For Separate Sciences: Chemistry (Core)
Chemistry Paper 1
Chemistry Units 1 –
14
Chemistry Paper 3
Chemistry Units 1 –
14
For Separate Sciences: Chemistry (Extended)
Friday 7th June PM
Chemistry Paper 2
Chemistry Units 1 –
14
Chemistry Paper 4
Chemistry Units 1 –
14
For Separate Sciences: Chemistry (Core and Extended)
Friday 7th June PM
Either Chemistry Paper 5
Chemistry Units 1 –
14
Chemistry Units 1 –
14
Thursday 16th May PM
Physics Paper 1
Physics Units 1 – 5
Physics Paper 3
Physics Units 1 – 5
Wednesday 12th June
PM
Wednesday 22nd May
PM
Or Chemistry Paper 6
Friday 3rd May PM
Friday 3rd May PM
Thursday 16th May PM
For Separate Sciences: Physics (Core)
For Separate Sciences: Physics (Extended)
Physics Paper 2
Physics Units 1 – 5
Physics Paper 4
Physics Units 1 – 5
Wednesday 12th June
PM
Wednesday 22nd May
PM
For Separate Sciences: Physics (Core and Extended)
Either Physics Paper 5
Physics Units 1 – 5
Thursday 9th May PM
Or Physics Paper 6
Physics Units 1 – 5
Thursday 9th May PM
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Exam content
Papers 1 and 3 in each subject:
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Contain 40 Multiple Choice Questions
Worth a maximum of 40 marks
Worth 30% of each GCSE
45 Minutes allowed
Papers 2 and 4 in each subject:
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Contain short answer and structured questions
Worth a maximum of 80 marks
Worth 50% of each GCSE
1 hour 15 minutes allowed
Paper 5 in each subject:
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A practical examination on work done in any and all units of the specification
Worth a maximum of 40 marks
Worth 20% of each GCSE
1 hour and 15 minutes allowed
Paper 6 in each subject:
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Contains short answer and structured questions as an alternative to a practical
examination in any and all units of the specification
Worth a maximum of 40 marks
Worth 20% of each GCSE
1 hour allowed
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Maths Skills for Science Students
Maths pops up in every exam; roughly 10% of the marks in biology, 25% of the marks in
chemistry and 40% of the marks in physics are based on mathematical skills and application
A workbook containing some of the maths skills you’ll need is available from the Primrose
Kitten website or from here https://youtu.be/LKPK6fZS1lQ
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam
board wants you to know, make
sure you can do all of these…
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Changing the subject of
the formula or
rearranging equations
I can rearrange equations
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I can solve algebraic expressions
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I can give numbers to a set
number of significant figures
https://youtu.be/mcnB
aroQi_Q
Maths and calculator
skills for science
students
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https://youtu.be/LKPK
6fZS1lQ
Maths and calculator
skills for science
students
I can write numbers in standard
form
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I can use ratios, fractions and
percentage
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https://youtu.be/LKPK
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I can calculate a mean and
understand what to do with
anomalous results
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I can use the symbols <, <<,
>>, >, ∝, ~
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I can find the y intercept from
y=mx+c
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I can determine the gradient of a
graph from the graph or from
y=mx+c
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I can draw a tangent on a graph
and determine the gradient
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I can measure angles
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I can calculate the area of a
triangle
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Maths and calculator
skills for science
students
https://youtu.be/LKPK
6fZS1lQ
Inequalities
https://youtu.be/HdyQ
X0HAA0I
Y = mx+c
https://youtu.be/IoWlp
xwqH34
Y = mx+c
https://youtu.be/IoWlp
xwqH34
Equation of a tangent
https://youtu.be/qyC_
qxYrz7Q
Making conclusions
from graphs
https://youtu.be/zQUL
CHObXQQ
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Area of right angles
triangles
I can calculate the area of a
rectangle
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I can calculate surface area of a
cuboid
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I can calculate volume of a
cuboid
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I can calculate probability
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I can draw and interpret
frequency plots, and histograms
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https://youtu.be/KaiuG
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Surface area
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https://youtu.be/l0KjH
KFjkX4
Volume and ratio
https://youtu.be/Wct9
Pw8-j9k
Probability
https://youtu.be/pyidw
pprjsg
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I can construct tables and charts
I can construct graphs
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Maths and calculator
skills for science
students
https://youtu.be/LKPK
6fZS1lQ
Maths and calculator
skills for science
students
https://youtu.be/LKPK
6fZS1lQ
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Biology
Five most common mistakes in a biology exam
1. Not referring to the graphs - if the exam question asks about a graph, make sure you
refer to it in your answer. Most marks can be picked up by clearly talking about the
graph. Never be afraid to state the obvious!
2. Ignoring the patterns and relationships – if there is a link between two things then tell the
examiner about it, this is probably what they are looking for. Often, there are marks for
noticing the link.
3. Describe or explain – getting these two words confused is a common mistake in all exams
but it happens more in biology than any other subject. Make sure you know what the
difference is and make sure you do both if the question is asking you to!
4. Skipping levels – don’t just focus on what is at the top and the bottom, remember all
those important bits in-between. Lots of marks can be gained by going into good levels of
detail!
5. Forgetting the practical workloads of marks
can be picked up by talking about the
practical’s you have done in class. Clearly
state all the details, methodology and risk
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Topic Guide
Topic
First
review
Second
review
Third
review
B1 – Characteristics and classification of living
organisms
B2 – Organisation of the organism
B3 – Movement in and out of cells
B4 – Biological molecules
B5 – Enzymes
B6 – Plant nutrition
B7 – Human nutrition
B8 – Transport in plants
B9 – Transport in animals
B10 – Diseases and immunity
B11 – Gas exchange in humans
B12 – Respiration
B13 – Excretion in humans
B14 – Coordination and response
B15 – Drugs
B16 – Reproduction
B17 – Inheritance
B18 – Variation and selection
B19 – Organisms and their environment
B20 – Biotechnology and genetic engineering
B21 – Human influences on ecosystems
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Key Words
These are easy marks but only if you know them!
Active transport
Adaptation
Adrenal gland
Aerobic
Allele
Amino acids
Amylase
Anaerobic
Anthers
Antibiotics
Aorta
Artery
Asexual
reproduction
Aspirin
Bacteria
Bile
Bronchi
Cancer
Capillary
Carbon cycle
Carbon dioxide
Carnivore
Cartilage
Cell
Cell membrane
Cell wall
Chlorophyll
Chloroplast
Chromosome
Community
Contraception
Cytoplasm
Deamination
Deoxyribose
nucleic acid
Diabetes
Movement of ions or gasses from against the concentration gradient
Change in a species to suit the environment
Large gland near the kidneys that releases hormone
Respiration with oxygen
Different version of gene
Building block of proteins
Enzyme that breaks carbohydrates into sugars
Respiration without oxygen
The part of a stamen that contains pollen
Drugs that kill bacteria
Major blood vessel that carries oxygenated blood away from the heart
Thick wall blood vessel that carries oxygenated blood around the body
Reproduction with only one parent, resulting in identical offspring
Painkiller developed from willow bark
Tiny organism that causes illness by releasing toxins
Produced by the liver, neutralizes stomach acid and emulsifies fats
Branches of the trachea
Uncontrolled cell division within the body
Thinned walled blood vessels that allow diffusion of gases and
nutrients
The movement of carbon through the environment
Gas that has one atom of carbon and two atoms of oxygen
Only eat animals
Connective tissue in animals
Small structural unit that contains a nucleus and cytoplasm
Partially permeable membrane that surrounds the cell and control
what goes in and out
Surrounds a cell and help maintain cell shape
Green part of a plant
Where photosynthesis takes place
Long stretch of DNA
The organism that lives in a particular environment
Mechanism to prevent pregnancy
Jelly-like substance within a cell
The removal of amino groups from molecules
Long strand of bases that contain genes
Inability of the body to control blood glucose levels
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Diffusion
Digestive
system
Diploid
Dominant
Ecology
Ecosystem
Egg
Endocrine
system
Enzyme
Evolution
Extinction
Fatty acids
Follicle
stimulating
hormone
Fossils
Fungi
Gametes
Gene
Genome
Genotype
Glycerol
Goblet cells
Haploid
Health
Herbivore
Heterozygous
HIV
Homoeostasis
Homozygous
Hormones
Immune system
In vitro
fertilization
Lipase
Lipids
Luteinizing
hormone
Malaria
Movement of ions or gasses from a high concentration to a low
concentration
Organ system that absorbs nutrients from food
Two copies of each chromosome
Only one copy of the gene is needed to be expressed
The study of organism within an environment
The organism and the habitat they live in
Female sex cell
System that controls hormones and responses
Biological catalyst
Gradual change in a species over time
No breading pair of a species exist
Can be combined with glycerol to make lipids
Hormone that causes an egg to develop
Hard parts of long dead organism
Group that includes mushrooms and moulds, they live of decomposing
material
Sex cells
Section of DNA that controls a characteristic
All of the genes in an organism
What genes are present
Can be combined with fatty acid to make lipids
Cells that secrete mucus
One copy of each chromosome
State of mental and physical wellbeing
Only eats plant
Different copies of gene
Virus that interfere with your body’s ability to fight disease
Maintaining a constant internal environment
Identical copies of gene
Chemical that causes cells or tissue to respond
Organs in the body that work together to defend against disease
Medical treatment to aid getting pregnant
Enzyme that breaks fats into fatty acids and glycerol
Stores of energy that can be broken down to form fatty acids and
glycerol
Hormone that causes an egg to be released
Parasite transmitted by mosquitoes
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Malignanttumou
r
Measles
Meiosis
Menstrual cycle
Meristem
Metabolism
Mitochondria
Mitosis
Mutation
Nucleus
Oestrogen
Organ system
Osmosis
Ovaries
Ovulation
Oxygen debt
Palisade
mesophyll
Pancreas
Pathogen
Penicillin
Phagocyte
Phenotypes
Phloem
Photosynthesis
Plasma
Platelets
Pollution
Primary
consumer
Protease
Proteins
Pulmonary
artery
Pulmonary vein
Recessive
Red blood cell
Reflex arc
Respiration
Respiratory
system
Ribosomes
Lump of cells that have developed that ability to travel to other parts
of the body
Viral infection causing fever and rash, most common in children
Type of cell division that ends in four different haploid daughter cells
Monthly build up and breakdown of blood in the uterus
Plant tissue found at growing tips
Chemical process that occurs to maintain life
Where respiration takes place
Type of cell division that ends in two identical daughter cells
A change in the DNA sequence
Controlcentre of the cell that holds the DNA
Hormone that acts of the pituitary gland
A number of different organs working together towards one function
Transport of water across a partially permeable membrane
In women, these store the eggs
Releases of an egg from the ovaries
Arises after anaerobic respiration, needs oxygen to repay
Upper layer of cell in a leaf
Large gland behind the stomach which produces digestive enzymes
Causes illness
Antibiotic that comes from mould
A type of white blood cell that consumes pathogens
What characteristic are present
Carries ions around a plant
Process that turns carbon dioxide and water into sugars
Fluid part of the blood
Small fragments of blood cells that help clotting
Harmful substance in an environment
Herbivore
Enzyme that breaks proteins into amino acids
Long chains of amino acids that carry out the majority of functions
within the body
Bloodvessel
el that carries deoxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs
Blood vessel that carries oxygenated blood from the lungs to the heart
Two identical copies of the gene are needed to be expressed
Carries oxygen around the body has no nucleus
Nerve pathway including a sensory nerve a synapse and a motor nerve
The process of turning sugars into energy takes place in mitochondria
Organ system that moves oxygen around the body
Part of the cell that is responsible for producing proteins
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Selective
breeding
Sepal
Sexual
reproduction
Sperm
Spongy
mesophyll
Stem cell
Testes
Testosterone
Trachea
Transpiration
Vaccines
Vein
Vena cava
Virus
Water cycle
White blood cell
Xylem
Breading of animals or plants for a particular characteristic
Part of a flower than encloses the petals
Fusing of male and female gametes
Male sex cell
Interior layer of cells in a lean
a type of cell that can differentiate into any other type of cell
In men, these are responsible for the production of sperm
Hormone found predominantly in men
Long tube taking air down into the lungs
Process where plant absorb and lose water
Medication that containsinactive or dead virus to help develop
immunity
Blood vessels that have values and carries deoxygenated blood back to
the heart
Major blood vessel that carries deoxygenated blood back to the heart
DNA within a protein coat that divides by invading cells, the resulting
cell death causes illness in the host
The movement of water through eh environment
Part of the immune system, produces antibodies, and fights pathogens
Carries water around a plant
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B1 – Characteristics and classification of living organisms
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can define the terms “movement”
and “respiration”
I can define the terms “sensitivity”
and “growth”
I can define the terms “reproduction”
and “excretion”
I can define the term “nutrition”
I can recall that organisms can be
classified by shared features
I can explain that classification is
based on studies of anatomy and
morphology and aims to reflect
evolution
Extended Only
I can define the terms “species” and
“binomial system”
I can explain that DNA is used as a
more accurate means of classification
Extended Only
I can relate the DNA similarity of
organisms to their ancestry
Extended Only
I can recall that all living cells
contain cytoplasm, DNA and a cell
membrane
I can recall that all living cells
contain ribosomes and enzymes
Extended Only
I can list the main features used to
place organisms into the appropriate
kingdom
I can list the main features used to
place animals into groups within the
animal kingdom
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Types of cells
https://youtu.be/O
v8TnnjqLmo
24
I can list the main features used to
place organisms into groups within
the plant kingdom
Extended Only
I can recall the features of viruses
Extended Only
I can construct and use simple
dichotomous keys
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Quick fire questions
1. Define the term “excretion”
2. State one organelle possessed by all living cells
3. State two organelles found in plant cells but not in animal cells
4. Define the term “species”
5. Define the term “binomial system”
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B2 – Organisation of the organism
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure
you can do all of these…
I can compare the structures of
animal and plant cells
I can describe the cytoplasm
structure of cells
Extended Only
I can recall that prokaryotes do
not have mitochondria or a rough
endoplasmic reticulum
Extended Only
I can describe the functions of
parts of animal and plant cells
I can identify the mitochondria
and rough endoplasmic reticulum
in cells
Extended Only
I can recall that aerobic respiration
occurs in mitochondria
Extended Only
I can recall that cells with high
metabolic rates require large
numbers of mitochondria
Extended Only
I can relate the structure of cells
to their function
I can define the terms “tissue”,
“organ” and “organ system”
I can give examples of tissues,
organs and organ systems
I can identify different levels of
organisation
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Animal cell – structure
and function
https://youtu.be/FjF_P
O7QVGg
Plant cell – structure
and function
https://youtu.be/aM3Z
fC1K6W8
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I can identify different levels of
organisation from diagrams
Extended Only
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I can calculate magnification
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I can calculate magnification using
micrometres
Extended Only
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Magnification
https://youtu.be/vKrUP3bu24
Quick fire questions
1. State the purpose of the nucleus within a cell
2. Define the term “tissue”
3. State one example of a human organ
4. State one example of a human organ system
5. A cell of width 2.5mm is viewed through a light microscope of magnification x20. State
the width of the image of the cell
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B3 – Movement in and out of cells
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can define “diffusion”
I can state the energy source for
diffusion
Extended Only
I can describe the importance of
diffusion to organisms
I can recall that diffusion occurs
through the cell membrane
I can describe the factors that
affect the rate of diffusion
Extended Only
I can recall that water passes
through partially permeable
membranes through osmosis
I can define “osmosis”
Extended Only
I can describe the effect on plant
tissues on immersion in solutions of
varying concentrations
I can explain the effect on plant
tissues of immersion in solutions of
varying concentrations
Extended Only
I can use the terms “turgid”,
“flaccid” and “plasmolysis”
Extended Only
I can describe the importance of
water uptake to plants and animals
Extended Only
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Diffusion of potassium
permanganate in hot
and cold water
https://youtu.be/IgbR
-K1ff-w
28
I can state the plants are supported
by water pressure inside cells
I can define “active transport”
I can describe the importance of
active transport
Extended Only
I can describe how protein
molecules move particles during
active transport
Extended Only
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Quick fire questions
1. State two factors that affect the rate of diffusion (Extended Only)
2. Define the term “osmosis”
3. Define the term “active transport”
4. Identify one substance moved in the human body by active transport
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B4 – Biological Molecules
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can list the chemical elements
that make up carbohydrates, fats
and proteins
I can recall that starch and
glycogen are made from glucose
I can recall that cellulose is made
from glucose
I can recall that proteins are made
from amino acids
I can recall that fats and oils are
made from fatty acids and glycerol
I can describe the tests for starch
and reducing sugars
I can describe the tests for proteins
I can describe the tests for fats and
oils, and for vitamin C
I can recall that different amino
acid sequences produce different
proteins
Extended Only
I can relate the shape and structure
of proteins to their function
Extended Only
I can describe the structure of DNA
Extended Only
I can recall that water is an
important solvent
I can describe the roles of water as
a solvent
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Food tests
https://youtu.be/6Lee2
yZ4W0M
DNA
https://youtu.be/erZB_
EhuKbA
30
Quick fire questions
1. State two elements found in proteins
2. Identify one source of carbohydrate in the human diet
3. Describe the test, and positive result, for lipids
4. State the smaller molecule from which proteins are constructed (Extended Only)
5. Identify one example of water acting as a solvent within the human body
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B5 – Enzymes
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can define the term “catalyst”
I can define the term “enzyme”
I can describe why enzymes are
important in all living things
I can describe enzyme action in
terms of the shape of an enzyme
I can explain enzyme action with
reference to the active site
Extended Only
I can explain the specificity of
enzymes
Extended Only
I can describe the effect of pH and
temperature on enzyme action
I can explain the effects of pH and
temperature on enzyme action
Extended Only
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
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review
1-2
months
before
exam
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Final
review
Week
before
exam
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
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Lock and key
mechanism for enzyme
action
https://youtu.be/0jFBo
sqlTaw
Quick fire questions
1. Define the term “enzyme”
2. Describe the effect of increasing the enzyme concentration on the rate of an enzymecontrolled reaction
3. Enzymes cease to function above roughly 50`c. Explain why
4. Protease is an enzyme found in the stomach. Suggest an optimal pH value for protease.
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B6 – Plant nutrition
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can define “photosynthesis”
I can write a word equation for
photosynthesis
I can write a balanced symbol
equation for photosynthesis
Extended Only
I can describe the role of
chlorophyll in photosynthesis
Extended Only
I can describe the use of the
products from photosynthesis
Extended Only
I can describe investigations in the
factors that affect the rate of
photosynthesis
I can define the term “limiting
factor”
Extended Only
I can identify the limiting factors in
the photosynthesis reaction
Extended Only
I can describe methods use to
increase the rate of photosynthesis
for agriculture
Extended Only
I can describe the use of hydrogen
carbonate indicator in investigating
gas exchange
Extended Only
I can identify leaf structures on a
diagram
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Photosynthesis
https://youtu.be/t6s1f
Duqe_c
33
I can explain how a leaf is adapted
for photosynthesis
Extended Only
I can describe the importance of
nitrate and magnesium ions for
plants
I can explain the effects of nitrogen
and magnesium ions on plant
growth
Extended Only
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Quick fire questions
1. Write a word equation for photosynthesis
2. Write a balanced symbol equation for photosynthesis (Extended Only)
3. State two factors which affect the rate of photosynthesis
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B7 – Human nutrition
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can define the term “balanced
diet”
I can explain how age, gender and
activity affect dietary needs
I can explain how pregnancy and
breast feeding affect dietary needs
I can describe the effects of
malnutrition
I can recall sources of
carbohydrates, fats, proteins,
vitamins C and D, fibre, water and
minerals
I can explain the importance of
carbohydrates, fats, proteins,
vitamins C and D, minerals, fibre
and water
I can explain the causes and effects
of vitamin D and iron deficiencies
Extended Only
I can explain the causes and effects
of kwashiorkor and marasmus
Extended Only
I can define “ingestion”
I can define “mechanical digestion”
and “chemical digestion”
I can define “absorption” and
“assimilation”
I can define “egestion” and
“diarrhoea”
I can describe the treatment of
diarrhoea using rehydration
I can describe cholera
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Secon
d
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Vitamins, minerals and
deficiency disease
https://youtu.be/JMFVg
FuW8X4
35
I can describe and explain how
cholera causes symptoms
Extended Only
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I can identify the main regions of
the digestive system
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I can describe the functions of the
main regions of the digestive
system
I can identify the types of human
teeth
I can describe the structure of
human teeth
I can describe the functions of
different types of teeth
I can recall the causes and methods
of prevention of dental decay
I can describe the significance of
chemical digestion
I can state the functions of
amylase, protease and lipase
I can describe the digestion of
starch
Extended Only
I can describe where amylase,
protease and lipase are produced
I can describe pepsin and trypsin
Extended Only
I can explain the function of
hydrochloric acid in gastric juice
I can describe the roles of bile
Extended Only
I can describe the role of the small
intestine
I can explain the significance of villi
and microvilli in the small intestine
Extended Only
I can describe the structure of a
villus
Extended Only
I can describe the role of capillaries
and lacteals in villi
Extended Only
I can recall that water is absorbed
mostly in the small intestine, but
also in the colon
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
The Digestive System
https://youtu.be/FOUK
mw1uHQU
36
Quick fire questions
1. Define the term “balanced diet”
2. Suggest one way in which increasing age is likely to affect diet
3. Explain what is meant by the term “deficiency” (Extended Only)
4. Explain what is meant by “mechanical digestion”
5. State two common causes of tooth decay
6. State two ways in which the small intestine is adapted for the function of absorbing food
into the bloodstream
7. Identify the organ which absorbs the majority of water from food
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B8 – Transport in Plants
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can state the functions of the
xylem and phloem
I can identify the position of the
xylem and phloem
I can identify root hair cells
I can describe the adaptations of
root hair cells for water uptake
Extended Only
I can state the pathway taken by
water through a plant
I can define “transpiration”
I can explain the mechanism by
which water moves upwards
through a plant
Extended Only
I can describe and explain the
factors which affect the rate of
transpiration
Extended Only
I can explain how and why wilting
occurs
Extended Only
I can describe investigations into
the rate of transpiration
I can define translocation
Extended Only
I can explain that some parts of
plants may act as a source and a
sink at different points of the day
Extended Only
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
38
Quick fire questions
1. State the function of the xylem
2. Identify two adaptations of root hair cells for water uptake
3. Define the term “transpiration”
4. Define the term “translocation” (Extended Only)
5. State two factors that affect the rate of transpiration
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B9 – Transport in animals
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can define the term “circulatory
system”
I can describe the single circulation
of a fish
Extended Only
I can describe the double circulation
of a mammal
Extended Only
I can explain the advantages of
double circulation
Extended Only
I can name and identify the
structures of the mammalian heart
I can name and identify values in
the mammalian heart
Extended Only
I can explain the relative thickness
of the atria wall and ventricle walls
Extended Only
I can explain the importance of the
septum
Extended Only
I can describe the physical process
of the heart beating
Extended Only
I can describe ways of measuring
the activity of the heart
I can explain the effect of physical
activity on heart rate
Extended Only
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
The heart and
circulation
https://youtu.be/2Nso
pEjWJXQ
The heart – structure
and function
https://youtu.be/09Wh
IK0ueh8
40
I can describe the role of diet and
exercise in the prevention of
coronary heart disease
Extended Only
I can describe coronary heart
disease
I can describe and evaluate the
treatment methods of coronary
heart disease
Extended Only
I can describe the structure and
function of arteries, veins and
capillaries
I can explain how arteries, veins
and capillaries are adapted for their
function
Extended Only
I can state the functions of
arterioles, venules and shunt vessel
Extended Only
I can name the main blood vessels
to and from the heart, lungs and
kidneys
I can outline the lymphatic system
Extended Only
I can describe the function of the
lymphatic system
Extended Only
I can recall the components of
blood
I can identify red and white blood
cells
I can identify lymphocytes and
phagocytes
Extended Only
I can state the functions of
lymphocytes and phagocytes
Extended Only
I can describe the process and role
of blood clotting
Extended Only
I can state the functions of the
main components of blood
I can describe the transfer of
substances into and out of
capillaries
Extended Only
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Blood vessel structure
and function
https://youtu.be/fjrKlY
KtfP4
41
Quick fire questions
1. Explain what is meant by a “double circulatory system”
2. State the purpose of the pulmonary vein
3. Identify two components of blood
4. State one way in which capillaries are adapted for their function
5. Identify the purpose of phagocytes (Extended Only)
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B10– Diseases and immunity
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can define the terms “pathogen”
and “transmissible disease”
I can describe disease vectors
I can describe the actions of
antibodies
Extended Only
I can describe the importance of
antigens
Extended Only
I can define “active immunity”
Extended Only
I can describe specific and nonspecific body defences
I can describe and evaluate
vaccination
Extended Only
I can explain the importance of
hygienic food preparation, hygiene,
waste disposal and sewage
treatment
I can define “passive immunity”
Extended Only
I can recall that some diseases are
autoimmune
Extended Only
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Aseptic technique
https://youtu.be/3tzrG
e6EpYA
Monoclonal antibodies
https://youtu.be/Y4UT
DV5EqpI
43
Quick fire questions;
1. Define the term “pathogen”
2. Identify two disease vectors
3. State two non-specific body defences
4. Identify one advantage and one disadvantage to mass vaccination programmes
(Extended Only)
5. Define the term “passive immunity” (Extended Only)
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B11– Gas exchange in humans
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can list the adaptations of gas
exchange surfaces in humans
I can name and identify the parts of
the respiratory system
I can name and identify the internal
and external intercostal muscles
Extended Only
I can describe the function of
cartilage in the trachea
Extended Only
I can describe the differences
between inspired and expired air
I can explain the differences
between inspired and expired air
Extended Only
I can describe the use of limewater
to test for carbon dioxide
I can describe investigations into
the effect of activity on breathing
I can explain the link between
activity and the depth and speed of
breathing
Extended Only
I can describe the roles of goblet
cells, mucus and ciliated cells in the
gas exchange system
Extended Only
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Mechanisms of
breathing
https://youtu.be/Uaqu
mmptKhQ
Limewater test for
carbon dioxide
https://youtu.be/QR6G
sydYUSI
45
Quick fire questions
1. State two adaptations of the lungs for gas exchange
2. Identify two gases present in expired air
3. Explain what is meant by the term “heart rate”
4. State the role of goblet cells (Extended Only)
5. Identify the test, and positive result, for carbon dioxide
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B12 – Respiration
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure
you can do all of these…
I can state the uses of energy in
the body
I can recall that respiration
involves the action of enzymes in
cells
I can define “aerobic respiration”
I can write a word equation for
aerobic respiration
I can write a balanced symbol
equation for aerobic respiration
Extended Only
I can describe investigations into
the effect of temperature on
respiration
Extended Only
I can describe investigations into
oxygen uptake of respiring
organisms
I can define “anaerobic
respiration”
I can write word equations for
anaerobic respiration
I can write a balanced symbol
equation for the anaerobic
respiration of yeast
Extended Only
I can recall that anaerobic
respiration releases less energy
than aerobic respiration
I can describe how anaerobic
respiration causes oxygen debt
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Aerobic and anaerobic
respiration
https://youtu.be/vQW
sLrhhKQo
47
Extended Only
I can outline how oxygen debt is
removed during recovery
Extended Only
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Quick fire questions
1. State two uses of energy produced by respiration
2. Write a word equation for aerobic respiration
3. Write a balanced symbol equation for aerobic respiration (Extended Only)
4. Identify two disadvantages to the body of respiring anaerobically
B13 – Excretion in humans
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48
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can state that urea is formed in
the liver from excess amino acids
I can describe the role of the liver
in the assimilation of amino acids
Extended Only
I can define “deamination”
Extended Only
I can recall that carbon dioxide is
excreted through the lungs
I can state that the kidneys excrete
urea, excess water and salts
I can recall the factors that affect
urine production
I can identify the ureters, bladder
and urethra
I can explain the need for excretion
Extended Only
I can outline the structure of the
kidney
Extended Only
I can describe the structure and
functioning of a kidney tubule
Extended Only
I can explain dialysis and describe
the use of dialysis in kidney
machines
Extended Only
I can evaluate the use of kidney
transplants and kidney machines
Extended Only
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Bits to help if you
don’t understand
The kidneys, ADH and
osmoregulation
https://youtu.be/3eRZ
_DQbWRg
Quick fire questions
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49
1. State the location of the formation or urea in the body
2. Identify two ways in which water leaves the body
3. State one advantage and one disadvantage of kidney transplants
4. Define the term “deamination” (Extended Only)
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B14 – Coordination and response
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can describe a nerve impulse
I can describe the structure of the
human nervous system
I can identify motor, relay and
sensory neurones
I can describe the reflex arc
I can distinguish between voluntary
and involuntary actions
Extended Only
I can describe a reflex action
I can define “synapse”
I can describe the structure of a
synapse
Extended Only
I can describe the transmission of
signals across a synapse
Extended Only
I can recall that many drugs act
upon synapses
Extended Only
I can define the term “sense organ”
I can identify the structures of the
eye
I can describe the functions of the
structures of the eye
I can explain the pupil reflex
I can explain the pupil reflex in
terms of circular and radial muscles
Extended Only
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
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review
1-2
months
before
exam
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Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Reflex arc and
neurotransmission
https://youtu.be/YFfYP
5Nz5kE
The eye,
accommodation and
iris reflex
https://youtu.be/qB_M
s1FxjcM
51
I can explain accommodation in the
eye
Extended Only
I can state the distribution of rods
and cones in the eye
Extended Only
I can outline the function of rods
and cones in the eye
Extended Only
I can identify the position of the
fovea
Extended Only
I can define the term “hormone”
I can identify endocrine glands and
their secretions
I can describe adrenaline
I can describe the role of adrenaline
Extended Only
I can state examples of situations
where adrenaline secretions
increase
I can compare the nervous and
hormonal systems
Extended Only
I can state the functions of insulin,
oestrogen and testosterone
I can define “homeostasis”
I can describe the role of
homeostasis
Extended Only
I can describe the concept of
“negative feedback”
Extended Only
I can describe the control of blood
glucose in the body
Extended Only
I can describe, and label a diagram
of, the structure of skin
I can describe the maintenance of
constant internal temperature
I can explain the role of blood in the
maintenance of constant internal
temperature
Extended Only
I can outline the symptoms and
treatments of Type 1 diabetes
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Homeostasis
https://youtu.be/57hkL
ag3tnA
52
I can define “gravitropism” and
“phototropism”
I can describe gravitropism and
phototropism of a shoot
Extended Only
I can describe investigations into
the gravitropism and phototropism
of plants
I can describe the role of auxin in
controlling plant growth
Extended Only
I can describe the use of plant
hormones in weed killers
Extended Only
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Geotropism
https://youtu.be/57IX
UG0CHSQ
What factors affect
plant growth?
https://youtu.be/jKVQ
oerxJO0
Quick fire questions;
1. State two human sense organs
2. Explain what is meant by “effector”
3. Define the term “synapse”
4. Explain the purpose of cones in the retina of the eye (Extended Only)
5. Define “homeostasis”
6. State one response carried out by the body when the internal temperature is too high
7. Define “phototropism” (Extended Only)
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B15 – Drugs
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can define the term “drug”
I can describe the use of antibiotics
I can recall that some bacteria are
resistant to antibiotics
I can explain the development of
resistant bacteria
Extended Only
I can explain how the development
of antibiotic resistant bacteria can
be minimised
Extended Only
I can recall that antibiotics do not
kill viruses
I can explain why antibiotics do not
kill viruses
Extended Only
I can describe the effects of excess
alcohol consumption
I can explain how heroin affects the
nervous system
Extended Only
I can describe the effects of heroin
consumption
I can describe the effects and risks
of smoking tobacco
I can discuss and evaluate evidence
about tobacco smoking and lung
cancer
Extended Only
I can describe the use of hormones
in sport
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
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Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
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Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
The effect of
antibiotics
https://youtu.be/SSn
H7Vz0KF8
54
Extended Only
I can recall that toxins such as
alcohol are broken down in the liver
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Quick fire questions
1. Define the term “drug”
2. Explain why antibiotics will have no effect on a disease caused by a virus
3. State two negative effects of tobacco smoke
4. Identify the organ in which toxins are broken down
5. Hormones have been used extensively in sport. Suggest a reason why. (Extended Only)
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B16 – Reproduction
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can define “asexual reproduction”
I can state examples of asexual
reproduction
I can evaluate asexual reproduction
Extended Only
I can define “sexual reproduction”
and “fertilisation”
I can recall that the nuclei of
gametes are haploid and the
nucleus of a zygote is diploid
Extended Only
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
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Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
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review
Week
before
exam
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I can evaluate sexual reproduction
Extended Only
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I can identify the structures of the
reproductive system of an insectpollinated flower
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I can state the functions of sepals,
petals, anthers, stigmas and ovaries
I can distinguish between the pollen
of insect-pollinated and windpollinated flowers
I can define “pollination”
I can define “self-pollination”
Extended Only
I can define “cross pollination”
Extended Only
I can evaluate self-pollination and
cross-pollination
Extended Only
I can describe fertilisation in plants
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Human reproduction
and menstruation
https://youtu.be/A5kv
S19XYCc
The anatomy of a
flower
https://youtu.be/1NGS
xivdaeE
56
I can describe the growth and
action of the pollen tube
Extended Only
I can describe the adaptations of
wind=pollinated and insectpollinated flowers
I can describe the environmental
conditions that affect the
germination of seeds
I can identify and describe the parts
of the male and female
reproductive systems
I can describe fertilisation in
humans
I can compare male and female
gametes
Extended Only
I can state the adaptive features of
sperm and egg cells
I can explain the adaptive features
of egg cells
Extended Only
I can describe an embryo
I can state the functions of the
umbilical cord, placenta, amniotic
sac and amniotic fluid
I can describe the function of the
placenta and umbilical cord in terms
of exchange of nutrients
Extended Only
I can recall that some toxins can
pass through the placenta
Extended Only
I can describe the antenatal care of
pregnant women
I can evaluate breastfeeding
Extended Only
I can outline the process of labour
and birth
I can describe the role of
testosterone and oestrogen in the
development of sexual
characteristics
I can describe the production of
oestrogen and progesterone
Extended Only
I can describe the menstrual cycle
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Menstrual cycle
https://youtu.be/RkTrp
YWPuKYv
57
I can describe the role of hormones
in the menstrual cycle
Extended Only
I can list methods of birth control
I can outline the use of hormones in
contraception and fertility treatment
Extended Only
I can outline artificial insemination
and IVF
Extended Only
I can discuss social implications of
contraception and fertility
treatments
I can define “sexually transmitted
infection”
I can describe HIV
Extended Only
I can explain how STIs are
controlled
I can describe the methods of
transmission of HIV
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Quick fire questions
1. Define the term “asexual reproduction”
2. State the process by which sexual reproduction occurs
3. Identify two factors which influence the germination of seeds (Extended Only)
4. State one advantage and one disadvantage of asexual reproduction
5. Define the term “pollination” (Extended Only)
6. State the purpose of the stamen in flowering plants
7. State one example of a sexually transmitted disease
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
58
B17 – Inheritance
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure
you can do all of these…
I can define “inheritance”
I can define “chromosome”,
“gene” and “allele”
I can describe the inheritance of
sex in humans
I can relate genetic code to
protein production
Extended Only
I can explain how DNA controls
cell functions
Extended Only
I can explain how proteins are
made
Extended Only
I can recall that not all genes are
expressed in a cell
Extended Only
I can define the terms “diploid”
and “haploid”
I can define “mitosis”
I can describe the role of mitosis
in the body
I can describe stem cells
I can describe the process of
mitosis in the body
Extended Only
I can define “meiosis”
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
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Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Final
review
Week
before
exam
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
☺
DNA
https://youtu.be/erZB_E
huKbA
Mitosis
https://youtu.be/HO00b
JDFk-8
Meiosis
https://youtu.be/WWNXl
vP3Ydc
59
I can recall that meiosis is
involved in the production of
gametes
Extended Only
I can explain how meiosis
produces variation
Extended Only
I can define the terms “genotype”,
“phenotype” and “pure breeding”
I can define the terms
“homozygous” and “heterozygous”
I can define the terms “dominant”
and “recessive”
I can interpret pedigree diagrams
I can draw and interpret genetic
diagrams and Punnett squares
I can explain how to use a test
cross to identify a genotype
Extended Only
I can explain co-dominance by
references to blood group
Extended Only
I can define a “sex-linked
characteristic”
Extended Only
I can use genetic diagrams to
predict the results of monohybrid
crosses involving co-dominance or
sex linkage
Extended Only
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Drawing a genetic cross
in Punnett square
diagrams
https://youtu.be/gWaN
m1eOIH0
Quick fire questions
1. State the location of DNA within the body
2. Define the term “phenotype”
3. Explain what is meant by the term “homozygous”
4. Define the term “dominant”
5. Explain how a change in the DNA sequence can result in a change in protein production
(Extended Only)
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
60
B18 – Variation and selection
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can define “variation”
I can distinguish between
phenotypic variation and genetic
variation
I can state that phenotypic
variation is caused by both genetic
and environmental factors
Extended Only
I can describe continuous and
discontinuous variation
I can state that discontinuous
variation is mostly caused by genes
alone
Extended Only
I can describe investigations into
continuous and discontinuous
variation
I can define “mutation”
I can define “gene mutation”
Extended Only
I can describe causes of mutation
I can describe the causes and
symptoms of sickle-cell anaemia
Extended Only
I can define “adaptive feature”
I can interpret images to describe
adaptive features
I can define “fitness”
Extended Only
I can explain the adaptive features
of hydrophytes and xerophytes
Extended Only
I can describe natural selection
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
☺
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
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review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Natural selection
https://youtu.be/rTHV
Ph1kO5o
61
I can describe evolution
Extended Only
I can define “process of adaptation”
Extended Only
I can describe the development of
resistant bacteria by natural
selection
Extended Only
I can describe selective breeding
I can state the differences between
natural and artificial selection
Extended Only
I can describe the use of selective
breeding in agriculture
Extended Only
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Quick fire questions
1. Explain what is meant by “phenotypic variation”
2. State one example of continuous variation in humans
3. State one example of non-continuous variation in humans
4. Define the term “mutation”
5. Explain what is meant by the term “adaptive feature”
6. Describe one example of the use of selective breeding in agriculture
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
62
B19 – Organisms and their environment
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can state that the sun is the main
source of energy for ecosystems
I can describe the flow of energy
through living organisms
Extended Only
I can define “food chain” and
construct simple food chains
I can define “trophic level” and
describe how energy is transferred
between trophic levels
Extended Only
I can explain why the transfer of
energy between levels is inefficient
Extended Only
I can explain why food chains
usually have less than five trophic
levels
Extended Only
I can explain why plants are an
efficient food source
Extended Only
I can define the terms “food web”,
“producer” and “consumer”
I can define the terms “herbivore”,
“carnivore” and “decomposer”
I can classify consumers
I can relate types of consumers to
their position in food webs and
chains
Extended Only
I can interpret food chains and food
webs
I can draw and interpret pyramids
of numbers
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
63
I can draw and interpret pyramids
of biomass
Extended Only
I can evaluate the use of pyramids
of biomass
Extended Only
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I can describe the carbon cycle
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I can describe the effects of the
combustion of fossil fuels and
deforestation on carbon dioxide
levels
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I can describe the water cycle
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I can describe the nitrogen cycle
Extended Only
I can state the role of
microorganisms in the nitrogen
cycle
Extended Only
I can define the term “population”
I can define the terms “ecosystem”
and “community”
Extended Only
I can recall factors affecting
population growth
I can identify the phases in sigmoid
population growth
Extended Only
I can explain the phases in sigmoid
population growth
Extended Only
I can describe and evaluate human
population growth
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
The Carbon Cycle
https://youtu.be/Uoqp
7QjWW-M
The Water Cycle
https://youtu.be/Dt25c
1VODSE
64
Quick fire questions
1. State the main source of energy for all ecosystems on earth
2. Identify two reasons why the transfer of energy between trophic levels is not 100%
efficient
3. Explain what is meant by “secondary consumer” (Extended Only)
4. Define the term “community”
5. State the process by which carbon is removed from the air
6. State two ways in which humans put carbon into the atmosphere
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
65
B20 – Biotechnology and genetic engineering
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can explain why bacteria are
useful in biotechnology and genetic
engineering
I can evaluate the use of bacteria in
biotechnology and genetic
engineering
Extended Only
I can describe the role of anaerobic
respiration in producing biofuels
and bread
I can describe the use of pectinase
in fruit juice production
I can describe the use of enzymes
in washing powders
I can describe the use of lactase in
lactose free milk production
Extended Only
I can describe the production of
penicillin
Extended Only
I can define “genetic engineering”
I can state examples of genetic
engineering
I can outline the process of genetic
engineering, using the bacterial
production of human proteins as an
example
Extended Only
I can evaluate the use of genetically
modified crops
Extended Only
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
66
Quick fire questions
1. State one advantage to the use of bacteria in genetic engineering
2. State one disadvantage to genetically modified crops
3. Describe one use of lactase in food production (Extended Only)
4. Describe one use of yeast in food production
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
67
B21 – Human influences on ecosystems
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can state how modern technology
has increased food production
I can evaluate the impact of
increasing human populations
Extended Only
I can discuss the problems which
contribute to famines
Extended Only
I can describe the impacts of
intensive livestock and crop
production
I can describe the reasons for
habitat destruction
I can describe how humans have a
negative impact on habitats
I can list the effects of deforestation
I can explain the effects of
deforestation
Extended Only
I can state the sources of pollution
of land and water
I can state the effects of pollution
of water
I can explain the process of
eutrophication
Extended Only
I can discuss the effects of nonbiodegradable plastics
Extended Only
I can state the sources and effects
of air pollution
I can discuss the causes and effects
of acid rain
Extended Only
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Acid Rain
https://youtu.be/nitv
5kjgTKQ
68
I can state the measures taken to
limit acid rain
Extended Only
I can describe the process of global
warming
Extended Only
I can describe the impacts of
female contraceptive hormones in
water supplies
Extended Only
I can define “sustainable resource”
I can define “sustainable
development”
Extended Only
I can explain the need to conserve
non-renewable resources
I can state that some resources can
be maintained
I can explain how some resources
can be maintained
Extended Only
I can state that some products can
be reused and recycled
Extended Only
I can outline the treatment of
sewage
I can explain how organisms
become endangered
I can describe how endangered
species can be conserved
I can explain the reasons for
conservation programmes
Extended Only
I can describe sustainable
development
Extended Only
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Climate change,
global warming and
the greenhouse effect
https://youtu.be/y5P
Z1RN5mt0
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Quick fire questions;
1. Explain what is meant by “acid rain” (Extended Only)
2. State two reasons for deforestation
3. Explain what is meant by “sustainable development”
4. State one non-renewable fuel resource
5. Identify two possible consequences of global warming
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Chemistry
5 most common mistakes in a chemistry exam
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Not being precise on colour changes
Not showing every step of a calculation
Forgetting to add units to answers
Forgetting to convert units to grams or dm3
Not using precise chemical terminology
Important tips
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When balancing equations, work through one element at a time
Reaction conditions usually involve heat, and a catalyst
Always show all of your working for any calculations
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Topic Guide
Topic
First
review
Second
review
Third
review
C1 – The particulate nature of matter
C2 – Experimental techniques
C3 – Atoms, elements and compounds
C4 – Stoichiometry
C5 – Electricity and chemistry
C6 – Chemical energetics
C7 – Chemical reactions
C8 – Acids, bases and salts
C9 – The Periodic Table
C10 – Metals
C11 – Air and water
C12 and C13 – Sulfur and Carbonates
C14 – Organic Chemistry
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Equation Sheet
Percentage yield = Actual yield
.
.Theoretical yield
Atom Economy = Mr of atoms in the required products.
.
Mr of reactants
Moles = mass
.
Mr
.
Concentration (mol/dm3) = amount (mol)
.
volume (dm3)
The formula of common acids and compounds
Hydrochloric acid
HCl
Sulphuric acid
H2SO4
Nitric acid
HNO3
Water
H2O
Carbon dioxide
CO2
Oxygen gas
O2
Hydrogen gas
H2
Nitrogen gas
N2
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Reference table of common formulae
They won’t give you these in the exam - so learn them!!!
Available as flashcards on the Primrose Kitten website
As a general rule, elements in group one form +1 ions, group 2 form +2 ions, group 6 form 2 ions and group 7 form -1 ions.
Positive
Hydrogen
Lithium
Sodium
Potassium
Copper (I)
Silver
Ammonium
H+
Li+
Na+
K+
Cu+
Ag+
NH4+
Magnesium
Barium
Strontium
Calcium
Iron (II)
Copper (II)
Nickel (II)
Zinc
Tin (II)
Lead (II)
Mg2+
Ba2+
Sr2+
Ca2+
Fe2+
Cu2+
Ni2+
Zn2+
Sn2+
Pb2+
Chromium
Iron (III)
Aluminium
Cr3+
Fe3+
Al3+
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Negative
Fluoride
Chloride
Bromide
Iodide
Hydroxide
Nitrate
Nitrite
Hydrogen
carbonate
Hydrogen sulfate
FClBrIOHNO3NO2HCO3HSO4-
Sulfate
Carbonate
Sulfide
Oxide
SO42CO32S2O2-
Nitride
Phosphate
N3PO43-
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The Reactivity Series
You need to learn the order and how to use it!
Element
Chemical symbol
Potassium
K
Lithium
Li
Calcium
Ca
Magnesium
Mg
Aluminium
Al
Carbon
C
Zinc
Zn
Iron
Fe
Hydrogen
H
Copper
Cu
Silver
Ag
Gold
Au
Platinum
Pt
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Key Words
These are easy marks, but only if you know them!!
Acid
Activation
energy
Alkali
Alkanes
Alkenes
Amphoteric
Alloy
Atom
Atomic number
Avogadro
Constant
Boiling point
Bromine water
Catalyst
Chromatograp
hy
Combustion
Compound
Covalent
bonding
Cracking
Crude oil
Diamond
Displacement
Electrolysis
Electron
Element
Endothermic
Exothermic
Fractional
distillation
Gas
Graphite
A solution that has a low pH due to the hydrogen ions
The energy needed to start reaction
A solution that has a high pH due to hydroxide ions
Hydrocarbon containing only single bonds
Hydrocarbon containing double bonds
Can be either acidic or basic
A mixture of atoms that lead to distorted layers that cannot slide
A small part of matter, made up of a mixture of protons, neutrons, and
electrons
The number of protons in an atom
The numbers of atoms or molecules in a mole (6.022 x 1023)
The point at which a liquid turns into a gas
The orange liquid that can be used to test for double bonds
Something that speeds up a react of reaction without being used up
Method of separating out mixtures
Burning of a compound in oxygen
Two or more elements chemically bonded together
Sharing of electron between two non-metals
Breaking a long hydrocarbon chain to short hydrocarbon chains
A mixture of different length hydrocarbon chains made from
decomposing dead plant and animals
The giant covalent compound where each carbon atom makes four
bonds
A type of reaction where one element replaces another in a compound
Separating compounds using electricity
Found in the shells around the nucleus, has a charge of minus one and
no mass
Group of (or single) atoms that all have the same chemical
characteristics (can be found on the periodic table).
A reaction that takes in energy
A reaction that releases energy
Separating out a mixture of different length hydrocarbon chains based
upon boiling point
A state of matter where the atoms move atom in a fast and random
matter (can compressed and flow).
The giant covalent compound where each carbon atom makes three
bonds
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Greenhouse
gas
Halogen
Hydrocarbon
Ion
Ionic bonding
Isomers
Liquid
Mass number
Melting point
Metal
Mixture
Mole
Neutralization
Neutron
Nobel gas
Non-metal
Nucleus
Oxidation
Percentage
yield
Periodic table
pH
Proton
Reactivity
series
Reduction
Reversible
reaction
Solid
Titration
Transition
metal
Gas that traps infra-red radiation
Highly reactive non-metals found on the right-hand side of the periodic
table
A compound that only has carbon and hydrogen in it
Atoms that have lost or gained electrons
Transfer of electrons between a metal and a non-metal
Compounds with the same molecular formula, but different structures
A state of matter, where the atoms can move and flow, but they cannot
be compressed
the number of protons and neutrons in an atom
The point at which a solid turns into a liquid
On the left-hand side of the periodic table, form positive ions
Lots of different elements that may or may not be chemically bonded
together
The molecular mass in grams
Mixing of an acid and alkali to give a pH of 7
Found in the nucleus of atoms, has no charge and a mass of one
Unreactive gases found on the right of the periodic table
On the right-hand side of the periodic table, form negative ions
In the centre of atoms, contains the protons and the neutrons
Loss of electrons
A way of determining how much yield you get from a reaction
A way of sorting out the elements
How acid or alkali a solution is
Found in the nucleus of atoms, has a charge of plus one and a mass of
one
List of metals in order of reactivity
Gain of electrons
A reaction that can go in either direction
A state of matter, where the atoms vibrate around a fixed position
Method for determining the concentration of solution
Group of metals that are in the middle of the periodic table, form colour
compounds and can be used as catalysts
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C1 – The particulate nature of matter
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can state the distinguishing
properties of the states of matter
I can describe the structure of solids,
liquids and gases in terms of
particles
I can describe changes of state
I can explain changes of state in
terms of kinetic theory
Extended Only
I can describe gases in terms of the
effect of temperature and pressure
on particles
I can describe the random motion of
particles in suspension
I can explain Brownian motion
Extended Only
I can state evidence for Brownian
motion
Extended Only
I can describe and explain diffusion
I can relate diffusion rates to
molecular mass
Extended Only
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
States of matter:
solid, liquid or gas?
https://youtu.be/hs9
DIOqzgRgk
78
Quick fire questions
1. State the distinguishing property of the liquid state of matter
2. Describe the arrangement of particles in a solid
3. Explain what is meant by “Brownian Motion” (Extended Only)
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C2 – Experimental techniques
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
I can name appropriate apparatus
for the measurement of time,
temperature, mass and volume
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I can describe paper
chromatography
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These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can interpret simple
chromatograms
I can use R values in
chromatography
Extended Only
I can outline how chromatography
can be used on colourless
substances
Extended Only
I can explain the importance of
purity of substances in everyday life
I can describe and explain methods
of purification
I can suggest suitable purification
techniques for given examples
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Chromatography
https://youtu.be/rS8iu
eAEF3Q
Testing the purity of a
substance by finding
the melting point
https://youtu.be/cCBcT
r2SI6Y
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Quick fire questions
1. Suggest a suitable measuring device for measuring a mass of 0.5kg
2. Define the term “pure substance”
3. Suggest a technique for separating a liquid from a dissolved solid
4. Explain why, when performing chromatography, the starting line is always drawn using
pencil.
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C3 – Atoms, elements and compounds
Knowledge Checklist
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
Self-assessment
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
I can state the relative mass and
charge of subatomic particles
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I can define “proton number” and
“mass number”
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I can relate proton number to the
structure of the periodic table
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I can define “isotopes”
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I can explain why isotopes of an
element have the same chemical
properties
Extended Only
I can state that isotopes are
radioactive or non-radioactive
I can recall medical and industrial
uses of isotopes
I can state that electrons are
arranged in shells
I can describe differences between
elements, mixtures and compounds
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I can describe differences between
metals and non-metals
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I can define the term “alloy”
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
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Bits to help if you
don’t understand
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The mass and size of
subatomic particles
https://youtu.be/ljyzVt
8bJSA
Mass number and
atomic number
https://youtu.be/Hq6Y
MQnR0P0
Isotopes
https://youtu.be/fIC2B
935oXQ
Element, compound or
mixture?
https://youtu.be/tguhu
iq9tVs
The difference between
pure metals and alloys
https://youtu.be/Lgfsk
mrx3Aw
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I can describe the formation of ions
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I can describe the formation of ionic
bonds
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I can describe the lattice structure
of ionic compounds
Extended Only
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I can describe the formation of
single covalent bonds
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I can describe the electron
arrangement in simple covalent
structures
Extended Only
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I can describe the differences in
physical characteristics between
covalent and ionic compounds
I can explain the differences in
covalent characteristics between
covalent and ionic compounds
Extended Only
I can describe the giant covalent
structures of graphite and diamond
I can relate the structures of
diamond and graphite to their uses
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What is the difference
between an atom and
an ion?
https://youtu.be/9K3R
vTq-LwU
Introduction to ionic
bonding
https://youtu.be/TI6xR
yWDtok
Ionic compounds –
structure and
properties
https://youtu.be/2LeqYeejcE
Introduction to
covalent bonding
https://youtu.be/4I4Iq
Z2qcfU
The difference between
ionic and covalent
compounds
https://youtu.be/yJ8p5
BboNos
The difference between
diamond and graphite
https://youtu.be/NoCC
dXFRi3g
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I can describe metallic bonding
Extended Only
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Metallic bonding
https://youtu.be/NcRN
RS3Zays
I can explain the conductivity of
metals in terms of bonding
Extended Only
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Why do metals conduct
heat?
I can describe the structure of
silicon dioxide
Extended Only
I can describe similarities in the
properties of diamond and silicone
dioxide
Extended Only
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https://youtu.be/dfwg
SPWUdLU
Quick fire questions
1. Define the term “isotope”
2. Identify the type of bonding present in Sodium Bromide
3. Define the term “alloy”
4. Draw a dot and cross diagram to represent the bonding present in an atom of methane
(CH4)
5. Explain, in terms of bonding, why metals conduct electricity (Extended Only)
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C4 – Stoichiometry
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can write the formulae of simple
compounds
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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I can determine the formulae of
ionic compounds
Extended Only
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I can deduce the formulae of simple
compounds from diagrams and
atoms present
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I can construct balanced equations
Extended Only
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I can use and interpret state
symbols
Extended Only
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I can define “relative atomic mass”
and “relative formula mass”
I can define “mole” and “Avogadro
constant”
Extended Only
I can use the molar gas volume of
24dm3
Extended Only
I can calculate the reacting masses
of gases, solids and liquids using
moles
Extended Only
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I can calculate empirical formulae
Extended Only
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I can calculate percentage yield and
percentage purity
Extended Only
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Formulae of ionic
compounds
https://youtu.be/f7vqg
ushoKM
Balanced equations
https://youtu.be/T0wb
4z-_kmY
Relative formula mass
https://youtu.be/_Nqu
pF1z6xk
Moles
https://youtu.be/JN_q
mij-pkQ
Reacting masses
https://youtu.be/53Mv
I7o8t-c
Empirical formula
https://youtu.be/gTMK
C0cCjlI
Percentage yield
https://youtu.be/N47M
b-Vvpvc
85
Quick fire questions
1. Define the term “relative atomic mass”
2. State the Avogadro constant (Extended Only)
3. Deduce the formula of a compound with one atom of carbon for every two atoms of
oxygen
4. Explain what is meant by the term “percentage yield”
5. State the volume of 1.5 moles of hydrogen gas (Extended Only)
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C5 – Electricity and chemistry
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can define “electrolysis”
I can describe the electrode
products during the electrolysis of
simple compounds
I can relate the products of
electrolysis to the electrolyte used
Extended Only
I can define the terms “anode” and
“cathode”
I can define electrolysis in terms of
ions present
Extended Only
I can describe the process of
electrolysis
I can write half equations for the
process of electrolysis
Extended Only
I can describe the process and uses
of electroplating
I can explain why copper and
aluminium are used in electrical
cables
I can recall that plastics and
ceramics are electrical insulators
I can describe the flow of charge
during electrolysis
Extended Only
I can describe the production of
electricity from simple cells
Extended Only
I can describe the manufacture of
aluminium using electrolysis
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Electrolysis
https://youtu.be/L_BjG
KdM2Bk
Ionic half equation
https://youtu.be/vbic3
491cE8
Electrolysis of
aluminium
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Extended Only
I can describe the manufacture of
chlorine, hydrogen and sodium
hydroxide using the electrolysis of
concentrated aqueous sodium
chloride
Extended Only
https://youtu.be/h0G0
ebmztUQ
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Electrolysis of sodium
chloride
https://youtu.be/r0kbE
j2PDEg
Quick fire questions
1. Define the term “electrolysis”
2. Explain what is meant by “anode”
3. Write a half equation for the reaction at the cathode during the electrolysis of sodium
chloride (Extended Only)
4. State one disadvantage to using electrolysis to extract metals
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C6 – Chemical energetics
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can define the terms “exothermic”
and “endothermic”
I can recall that bond breaking is
endothermic
Extended Only
I can recall that bond forming is
exothermic
Extended Only
I can interpret energy level
diagrams
I can draw energy level diagrams
from data provided
Extended Only
I can describe the release of heat
from burning fuels
I can recall that hydrogen can be
used as a fuel
I can describe the use of hydrogen
as a fuel
Extended Only
I can describe the use of radioactive
isotopes as a source of energy
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Exothermic and
endothermic reactions
https://youtu.be/0HxS
Wa_36_s
Bond energy
https://youtu.be/B3hs
4GEgJQc
Energy level diagrams
https://youtu.be/bMnd
HV8m-w8
89
Quick fire questions
1. Define the term “exothermic”
2. Draw an energy level diagram for a typical endothermic reaction
3. Define the term “fuel”
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
90
C7 – Chemical Reactions
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can distinguish between physical
and chemical changes
I can describe and explain the factors
that affect the rate of a reaction
I can describe and evaluate
investigations into rate of reaction
Extended Only
I can describe the dangers of
explosive combustion of fine powders
I can explain the effect the factors
which effect rate of reaction in terms
of the kinetic energy of particles
Extended Only
I can interpret experimental data
involving rate of reaction
I can describe and explain the role of
light in photochemical reactions
Extended Only
I can describe the use of silver salts
in photography
Extended Only
I can define “reversible reaction”
I can predict the effects of changing
conditions on reversible reactions
Extended Only
I can define the term “equilibrium”
Extended Only
I can define “oxidation” and
“reduction” in terms of oxygen
I can define “redox” in terms of
electron transfer
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Measuring the rate of
reaction by collecting
a gas
https://youtu.be/SXU
Wo-V-WgQ
Oilrig – Oxidation and
Reduction
91
https://youtu.be/5fL5IOPSfs
I can define “oxidising agent” and
identify oxidising agents
Extended Only
I can identify redox reactions using
oxidation states
Extended Only
I can identify redox reactions from
colour changes
Extended Only
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Redox reactions
https://youtu.be/OLP
hqYrMoWI
Quick fire questions
1. State two factors that affect the rate of a reaction
2. Explain why a fine powder will react much faster than a large cube of reactant
3. Define the term “reversible reaction”
4. Define the term “reduction” in terms of electrons (Extended Only)
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
92
C8 – Acids, bases and salts
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
I can describe the characteristic
properties of acids and bases
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I can define the term “neutral”
I can describe the use of indicators
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I can describe the pH scale
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I can describe the preparation of
soluble salts
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I can describe the preparation of
insoluble salts
Extended Only
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I can define “acid” and “base” in
terms of proton transfer
Extended Only
I can describe the importance of
controlling soil acidity
I can define the terms “strong” and
“weak” in terms of acids and bases
Extended Only
I can classify oxides are acidic or
basic
I can classify oxides as neutral or
amphoteric
Extended Only
I can describe the tests to identify
aqueous cations
☺
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
☺
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Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Acid and metal
reactions
https://youtu.be/J5kDF
pAHbqs
Acid and alkali ions,
the pH scale and
neutralisation
https://youtu.be/Cvmh
bNYroeo
Making salts
https://youtu.be/ttsAm
aNu4ao
Anion and cation
identification
https://youtu.be/LC4N
xd5dwEM
93
I can describe the use of flame
tests to identify lithium, sodium,
potassium and copper (II)
I can describe the tests for halides
and carbonates
I can describe the tests for nitrate
ions, sulfate ions and sulphite ions
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I can describe the tests for
ammonia, chlorine and carbon
dioxide
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I can describe the tests for
hydrogen, oxygen and sulfur
dioxide
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Flame tests
https://youtu.be/i3fEV
B9VN0Y
Limewater test for
carbon dioxide
https://youtu.be/QR6G
sydYUSI
Quick fire questions
1. Define the term “neutral”
2. Suggest a pH value for concentrated hydrochloric acid
3. State the two products from a general neutralisation reaction
4. Explain what is meant by “acid” in terms of protons (Extended Only)
5. State the test, and positive result, for chlorine
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
94
C9 – The Periodic Table
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
I can describe the purpose of the
periodic table
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I can describe the change from
metallic to non-metallic character
across a period
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I can relate group number to
electron structure
Extended Only
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I can describe the characteristics of
Group 1 metals
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I can describe the characteristics of
the Group 7 halogens
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I can identify trends in groups from
data provided
Extended Only
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I can describe the properties of
transition metals
☺
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I can state that transition metals
have variable oxidation states
Extended Only
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I can describe the characteristics of
the Noble Gases
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
☺
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Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Introduction to the
periodic table
https://youtu.be/GhOk
zDuHIDc
The modern periodic
table
https://youtu.be/8GYM
LQt18zQ
Why do elements in
the same group
behave the same?
https://youtu.be/uERU
J-HVG3s
Alkali Metals (Group 1)
https://youtu.be/UNew
X9i1Nh4
The Halogens (Group
7)
https://youtu.be/vK5yc
2RR0XQ
Transition metals
https://youtu.be/Tw3N
J_it3tc
Why are noble gases
unreactive?
https://youtu.be/_zmU
N7Qq5QM
95
I can explain the characteristics of
the Noble Gases
I can state the uses of the Noble
Gases
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Quick fire questions
1. State one physical characteristic of the Group 1 metals
2. State the group number of an atom with 5 electrons in its outer shell
3. State one use for the noble gases
4. State one distinguishing feature of transition metals
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
96
C10– Metals
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can list the general physical
properties of metals
I can describe the general chemical
properties of metals
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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I can explain why alloys are used
instead of pure metals
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I can identify alloys from structural
diagrams
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I can recall the reactivity series
I can construct orders of reactivity
from experimental results
I can relate the reactivity series to
the tendency of a metal to form an
ion
Extended Only
I can describe and explain the
action of heat on the hydroxides,
carbonates and nitrates of metals
Extended Only
I can explain the apparent
unreactivity of aluminium
Extended Only
I can relate the ease of metal
extraction to reactivity
I can outline the extraction of zinc
Extended Only
I can outline the extraction of iron
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
The difference between
a pure metal and an
alloy
https://youtu.be/Lgfsk
mrx3Aw
Displacement reactions
– the reactivity series
https://youtu.be/7Pm5
-ox6YGM
Thermal decomposition
of metal carbonates
https://youtu.be/2dbq
0KJ-HRw
97
I can outline the conversion of iron
into steel
I can state that aluminium is
extracted by electrolysis
I can outline the extraction of
aluminium by electrolysis
Extended Only
I can evaluate the recycling of
metals
I can name the uses of aluminium
I can explain the uses of zinc for
galvanising and making brass
I can name the uses of copper
I can name the uses of mild steel
I can describe the changing of the
properties of iron by addition of
additives
Extended Only
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Quick fire questions
1. Explain why alloys are usually harder than pure metals
2. Gold is usually found as a pure metal in the earth. Explain why
3. State one use of copper
4. State one use of aluminium
5. Identify one advantage of recycling metals
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
98
C11– Air and Water
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can describe chemical tests for
water
I can describe the treatment of
water supplies
I can state industrial and domestic
uses of water
I can discuss the implications of
inadequate water supplies
Extended Only
I can recall the composition of air
I can describe the separation of
liquid air by fractional distillation
Extended Only
I can name the common pollutants
of air
I can state the sources of common
pollutants of air
I can explain the production of
pollutants in car engines
Extended Only
I can explain the effects of air
pollution
I can recall the conditions required
for the rusting of iron
I can describe and explain methods
of rust prevention
I can describe and explain sacrificial
protection
Extended Only
I can define “NPK fertilisers”
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
The Atmosphere
https://youtu.be/7IIF4
Ydb5J0
Rusting – Iron + water
+ oxygen = iron oxide
https://youtu.be/LQprcAHM_U
99
I can explain the need for NPK
fertilisers
I can describe the production of
ammonia using the Haber process
Extended Only
I can describe the displacement of
ammonia from its salts
I can recall that methane and
carbon dioxide are greenhouse
gases
I can list the sources of carbon
dioxides
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I can describe the carbon cycle
Extended Only
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I can state the sources of methane
☺
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Haber Process
https://youtu.be/0Yz1E
gqfxAk
The Carbon Cycle
https://youtu.be/Uoqp
7QjWW-M
Quick fire questions
1. State the most common gas found in the modern atmosphere
2. Identify one way in which humans cause air pollution
3. State one possible consequence of global warming
4. Explain what is meant by “NPK fertilisers” (Extended Only)
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
100
C12 – Sulfur and C13 – Carbonates
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can recall sources of sulfur
I can recall that sulfur is used in the
manufacture of sulfuric acid
I can state the uses of sulfur
dioxide
I can describe the manufacture of
sulfuric acid by the Contact process
Extended Only
I can describe the properties of
dilute and concentrated sulfuric acid
Extended Only
I can describe the manufacture of
lime from calcium carbonate
I can recall uses of lime and slaked
lime
I can recall uses of calcium
carbonate
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
☺
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
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Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Final
review
Week
before
exam
☺
The Limestone Cycle
https://youtu.be/v7Q
mvIKRyo4
Quick fire questions
1. State one use of calcium carbonate
2. Identify the process by which sulfuric acid is made (Extended Only)
3. Write a balanced equation for the thermal decomposition of calcium carbonate
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
101
C14– Organic Chemistry
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can name and draw the structures
of methane, ethane, ethanol, and
ethanoic acid
I can name and draw the structures
of alkanes, alkenes, alcohols and
acids with four carbon atoms or less
Extended Only
I can recall the suffixes of functional
groups
I can name and draw the structures
of esters
Extended Only
I can name the fossil fuels
I can recall that methane is the main
constituent of natural gas
I can describe petroleum as a
mixture of hydrocarbons
I can describe fractional distillation
I can describe the properties of
molecules within a fraction
I can recall the uses of the different
fractions
I can define “homologous series”
I can describe the general
characteristics of a homologous
series
I can describe and identify structural
isomerism
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
What is an organic
compound?
https://youtu.be/FE_
wFJDXm8E
Burning fossil fuels
https://youtu.be/PK8
aljEFRKA
Fractional distillation
https://youtu.be/XXn
cE3cZ4H8
102
I can describe the properties of
alkanes
I can describe the bonding in alkanes
I can describe substitution reactions
of alkanes with chlorine
Extended Only
I can describe the manufacture of
alkenes by cracking
I can describe the properties of
alkenes
Extended Only
I can describe the reactions of
alkenes with bromine, steam and
hydrogen
Extended Only
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I can distinguish between saturated
and unsaturated hydrocarbons
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I can describe the formation of
polyethene
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I can describe the manufacturing
methods of ethanol
I can evaluate methods of producing
ethanol
Extended Only
I can describe the properties of
ethanol in terms of burning
I can recall that ethanol is used as a
solvent and as a fuel
I can describe the properties of
aqueous ethanoic acid
I can describe the methods of
formation of ethanoic acid
Extended Only
I can recall that ethanoic acid is a
typical weak acid
Extended Only
I can describe the reaction between
an alcohol and a carboxylic acid to
produce an ester
Extended Only
I can define the term “polymer”
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Alkanes
https://youtu.be/5kp
o5W0UaX8
Alkenes
https://youtu.be/YNH
KmgMKVI0
Using bromine water
to test for alkenes
https://youtu.be/UQh
yzisHawI
Alcohols
https://youtu.be/DVY
3YCpfNo4
Carboxylic Acids
https://youtu.be/uIHo
Lv4_Zlg
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Esters
https://youtu.be/DlXK
JEhzATw
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Polymers
https://youtu.be/KTm
j3bB2A2I
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I can state that differing polymers
have differing structures or linkages
Extended Only
I can state typical uses of plastics
I can evaluate the use of plastics
I can explain the differences between
condensation and addition
polymerisation
Extended Only
I can deduce the structures of
polymers from monomer structures
Extended Only
I can deduce the structures of
monomers from polymer structures
Extended Only
I can describe the formation of nylon
and Terylene by condensation
polymerisation
Extended Only
I can name proteins and
carbohydrates as constituents of food
I can describe proteins in terms of
structure
Extended Only
I can describe the hydrolysis of
proteins to amino acids
Extended Only
I can describe complex
carbohydrates
Extended Only
I can describe the hydrolysis of
complex carbohydrates
Extended Only
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Condensation
polymerisation
https://youtu.be/HdL
yEwyJ6Xw
104
Quick fire questions
1. State the molecular formula of ethane
2. Identify the functional group of alcohols
3. State the molecular formula of ethanoic acid
4. Identify the two reagents used to produce an ester (Extended Only)
5. Define the term “polymer”
6. State the biproduct from condensation polymerisation (Extended Only)
7. State one common use of alkanes
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
105
Physics
5 most common mistakes in a physics exam
1. Not knowing your units – there are often separate marks for including the units in your
answer
2. Not being able to rearrange equations - if you want to get the top grades you will need
to be able to rearrange equations to carry out calculations
3. Not giving answers to 3 significant figures, unless stated otherwise in the question
4. Not showing every step of a calculation – examiners can often award partial marks for
correct methods
5. Using incorrect terminology – always remember to use to correct terminology
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
106
Topic Guide
Topic
First
review
Second
review
Third
review
P1 – General Physics
P2 – Thermal Physics
P3 – Properties of waves, including light and sound
P4 – Electricity and magnetism
P5 – Atomic Physics
CIE GCSE Physics Equation Sheet
Units and equations available as readymade flashcards from the Primrose Kitten website
Equation
Ek = ½ mv2
Ee = ½ ke2
Ep = mgh
ΔE = mcΔθ
P=E
T
P=W
T
Symbol
Ek = kinetic energy
m = mass
v = speed
Ee = elastic potential energy
k = spring constant
e = extension
Ep = gravitational potential
energy
m = mass
g = gravitational field
strength
h = height
ΔE = change in thermal
energy
m = mass
c = specific heat capacity
Δθ = temperature change
P = power
E = energy transferred
t = time
P = power
W = work done
t = time
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Unit
Ek = J (joules)
m = kg (kilograms)
v = m/s (meters per second)
Ee = J (joules)
k = N/m (newtons per meter)
e = m (meters)
Ep = J (joules)
m = kg (kilograms)
g = N/kg (newtons per
kilogram)
h = m (meters)
ΔE = J (joules)
m = kg (kilograms)
c = J/kg˚C (joules per kilogram
degree Celsius)
Δθ = ˚C (degree Celsius)
P = W (watts)
E = J (joules)
t = s (seconds)
P = W (watts)
E = J (joules)
t = s (seconds)
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Efficiency = useful energy out
total energy in
Efficiency = useful power out
total power in
Equation
Q = It
V = IR
P = VI
P = I 2R
E = Pt
E = QV
Equation
ρ=m
V
Symbols
Q = Charge
I = Current
t = Time
V = Potential difference
I = Current
R = Resistance
P = Power
V = Potential difference
I = Current
P = Power
I = Current
R = Resistance
E = Energy
P = Power
t = Time
E = Energy
Q = Charge
V = Potential difference
Units
Q = C (coulombs)
I = A (amps)
t = s (seconds)
V = V (volts)
I = A (amps)
R = Ω (ohms)
P = W (watts)
V = V (volts)
I = A (amps)
P = W (watts)
I = A (amps)
R = Ω (ohms)
E = J (joules)
P = W (watts)
t = s (seconds)
E = J (joules)
Q = C (coulombs)
V = V (volts)
Symbols
ρ = density
m = mass
V = volume
Units
ρ = kg/m (kilograms per
meter cubed
m = kg (kilograms)
V = m3 (meters cubed)
ΔE = J (joules)
m = kg (kilograms)
c = J/kg˚C (joules per
kilogram degree Celsius)
Δθ = ˚C (degree Celsius)
ΔE = change in thermal
energy
m = mass
c = specific heat capacity
Δθ = temperature change
E = mL
pV = constant
3
E = Energy
m = mass
L = specific latent heat
E = J (joules)
m = kg (kilograms)
L = J/kg (joules per
kilogram)
p = pressure
V = volume
p = Pa (pascals)
V = m3 (meters cubed)
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
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Equation
W = mg
Symbols
W = weight
m = mass
g = gravitational field
strength
W = work done
F = force
s = distance
F = force
k = spring constant
e = extension
Ee = elastic potential energy
k = spring constant
e = extension
Units
W = N (newton’s)
m = kg (kilograms)
g = N/kg (newtons per
kilogram)
W = J (joules)
F = N (newtons)
s = m (meters)
F = N (newtons)
k = N/m (newtons per meter)
e = m (meters)
Ee = J (joules)
k = N/m (newtons per meter)
e = m (meters)
M = Fd
M = moment
F = force
d = distance
M = Nm (newton-meters)
F = N (newtons)
d = m (meters)
p=F
A
p = pressure
F = force
A = area
p = Pa (pascals)
F = N (newtons)
A = m2 (meters squared)
p = pressure
h = height
ρ = density
g = gravitational field
strength
p = Pa (pascals)
h = m (meters)
ρ = kg/m3 (kilograms per
meter cubed
g = N/kg (newtons per
kilogram)
s = distance
v = speed
t = time
a = acceleration
Δv = change in velocity
t = time
s = m (meters)
v = m/s (meters per second)
t = s (seconds)
a = m/s2 (meters per second
squared)
Δv = m/s (meters per
second)
t = s (seconds)
v = final velocity
u = initial velocity
a = acceleration
s = distance
v = m/s (meters per second)
u = m/s (meters per second)
a = m/s2 (meters per second
squared)
s = m (meters)
F = force
F = N (newtons)
W = Fs
F = ke
Ee = ½ ke2
p = hρg
s = vt
a = Δv
t
v2 – u2 = 2as
F = ma
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m = mass
a = acceleration
p = mv
F = m Δv
Δt
Equation
Period =
1
.
Frequency
T=1
F
v = fλ
p = momentum
m = mass
v = velocity
F = force
m = mass
v = velocity
t = time
Symbols
T = Period
f = frequency
v = velocity
f = frequency
λ = wavelength
(lambda)
Magnification = image height
object
height
Equation
F = BIl
Vp = np
Vs
ns
Vs I s = V p I p
m = kg (kilograms)
a = m/s2 (meters per second
squared)
p = kg m/s (kilograms metre
per second)
m = kg (kilograms)
v = m/s (meters per second)
F = N (newtons)
m = kg (kilograms)
v = m/s (meters per second)
t = s (seconds)
Units
Period = s (seconds)
Frequency = Hz (hertz)
T = s (seconds)
f = Hz (hertz)
v = m/s (meters per second)
f = Hz (hertz)
λ = m (meters)
Ratio, so has no units
Symbols
F = force
B = magnetic flux density
I = Current
l = length
Units
F = N (newtons)
B = T (tesla)
I = A (Amps or Amperes)
l = m (meters)
Vp = potential difference
across the primary coil
Vs = potential difference
across the secondary coil
np = number of turns on the
primary coil
ns = number of turns on the
secondary coil
Vp = V (volts)
Vs = V (volts)
np and ns have no units as they
are just numbers
Vs = potential difference
across the secondary coil
Vs = V (volts)
Vp = V (volts)
Is = A (Amps or Amperes)
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Vp = potential difference
across the primary coil
Is = current in the secondary
coil
Ip = current in the primary
coil
Vs Is = power output
Vp Ip = power input
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Ip = A (Amps or Amperes)
111
P1 – General Physics
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can describe the use of rules and
measuring cylinders
I can describe the use of clocks
I can describe the use of
micrometres
Extended Only
I can describe the use of multiples
in obtaining values for small
distances
I can define and calculate “speed”
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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I can distinguish between speed
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I can plot and interpret speed-time
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I can define and calculate
“acceleration”
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I can calculate speed and
acceleration from a speed-time
graph
I can calculate the area under a
speed-time graph
I can recognise linear and nonlinear motion
Extended Only
I can state that the acceleration of
free fall for a body is constant
I can describe the motion of bodies
falling in a uniform gravitational
field
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
What is the difference
between speed and
velocity?
https://youtu.be/Nfm0
a1Ui5pw
Velocity-time graphs
https://youtu.be/ZTwy
8BYOhCs
112
Extended Only
I can distinguish between mass and
weight
I can calculate weight
I can describe the comparison of
weights using a balance
I can describe the effect of gravity
on a mass
Extended Only
I can calculate density
I can describe an experiment to
determine the density of solids and
liquids
I can predict if an object will float
based on density
I can recognise that a force may
produce a change in the size and
shape of a body
I can plot and interpret extensionload graphs
I can state and use Hooke’s law
Extended Only
I can explain the significance of
“limit of proportionality”
Extended Only
I can calculate force from mass and
acceleration
Extended Only
I can find resultant forces
I can describe the effect of resultant
forces
I can describe friction
I can define “moment”
I can relate moments to the length
of pivots
I can calculate moments using
pivots
I can recognise that when there is
no resultant force, a system is in
equilibrium
I can describe an experiment to find
centre of mass
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Density
https://youtu.be/txzQd
IX_KQA
Hooke’s law
https://youtu.be/s0YM
DXf-2SI
Resultant forces
https://youtu.be/Oa9L
glsNm2o
Moment
https://youtu.be/WpT6
55stxUQ
Centre of mass
113
https://youtu.be/8Z5Ff
WGjREw
I can describe the effect of centre of
mass on stability of objects
I can distinguish between scalar
and vector quantities
Extended Only
I can determine the result of two
vectors
Extended Only
I can define “momentum” and
“impulse”
Extended Only
I can calculate momentum
Extended Only
I can calculate impulse
Extended Only
I can apply the principle of
conservation of momentum
Extended Only
I can identify changes in energy
stores
I can calculate kinetic energy
Extended Only
I can recognise that energy is
transferred during events and
processes
I can apply the principle of
conservation of energy to simple
examples
I can apply the principle of
conservation of energy to examples
with multiple stages
Extended Only
I can describe energy dissipation
Extended Only
I can describe energy resources
available on the earth
I can state that the sun is the
source of energy for most resources
Extended Only
I can recall that energy is released
from the sun by nuclear fusion
Extended Only
I can evaluate the use of different
energy resources
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Vector or scalar?
https://youtu.be/5Xcie
8V-UTw
Kinetic energy
calculations
https://youtu.be/RRm_
8BDgH1M
Types of energy
https://youtu.be/ujdUE
wMfIok
The issues surrounding
nuclear power
114
https://youtu.be/IPBPqpz2Tw
I can define “efficiency”
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I can calculate efficiency
Extended Only
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I can define “work done”
I can calculate work done
I can relate work done to the
magnitude and distance of a force
I can relate power to work done
and time taken
I can calculate power
I can calculate pressure
I can relate pressure to force and
area
I can describe the use of a simple
mercury barometer
I can relate the pressure beneath a
liquid surface to depth and density
I can calculate the pressure
beneath a liquid surface
Extended Only
I can describe the use of a
manometer
Efficiency calculations
https://youtu.be/GVSiL
39bnrc
Quick fire questions
1. Suggest a suitable instrument for measuring temperature
2. Define the term “speed”
3. Explain what is meant by “resultant forces”
4. A car goes from 5m/s to 15m/s over 2 seconds. Find the acceleration of the car
5. Explain what is meant by “work done”
6. Suggest one advantage to the use of geothermal power
7. Suggest one disadvantage to the use of wind power
8. Explain what a manometer is used for (Extended Only)
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P2 – Thermal physics
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can state the distinguishing
properties of solids, liquids and
gases
I can describe states of matter in
terms of particles
I can relate the properties of states
of matter to the motion of
molecules
Extended Only
I can interpret the temperature of a
gas in terms of the motion of its
molecules
I can describe the pressure of a gas
in terms of the motion of its
molecules
I can describe Brownian motion
I can state that massive particles
may be moved by fast, light
molecules
I can describe evaporation
I can explain the factors that affect
evaporation
Extended Only
I can relate evaporation to the
cooling of a liquid
I can relate evaporation to the
cooling of a body in contact with
liquid
Extended Only
I can describe the effect on gases of
changing temperature and volume
I can use the equation pV =
constant
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
States of matter: Solid,
liquid or gas
https://youtu.be/hs9DI
OqzgRg
116
Extended Only
I can describe the thermal
expansion of matter
I can explain the thermal expansion
of matter
Extended Only
I can identify uses of the thermal
expansion of matter
I can describe the measurement of
temperature
I can describe the need for fixed
points
I can describe the structure of a
thermocouple
Extended Only
I can state the need for sensitivity,
range and linearity when measuring
temperature
Extended Only
I can describe and explain the
operation of liquid-in-glass
thermometers
I can relate a rise in temperature of
a body to a rise in total energy
I can define “thermal capacity”
I can define and calculate “specific
heat capacity”
Extended Only
I can describe melting and boiling in
terms of energy
I can describe condensation and
solidification in terms of molecules
I can distinguish between boiling
and evaporation
Extended Only
I can define and calculate specific
latent heat
Extended Only
I can describe experiments to show
the properties of good and bad
conductors
I can describe the conduction of
heat in terms of molecules
Extended Only
I can describe convection
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Specific heat capacity
calculations
https://youtu.be/_goo
QFvVqzk
Cream Egg conduction
https://youtu.be/IQ2su
Vc7KAw
Convection
demonstration
https://youtu.be/iBLTa
CV6iPU
117
I can relate convection to density
changes in a fluid
I can identify radiation as part of
the electromagnetic spectrum
I can recognise that radiation of
heat does not require a medium
I can describe the effect of colour
and texture on radiation
I can describe experiments to show
the properties of good and bad
emitters and absorbers of radiation
Extended Only
I can identify and explain everyday
applications of conduction,
convection and radiation
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Radiation of energy
https://youtu.be/f9Me9
djm5Zw
Quick fire questions
1. State the distinguishing property of gases
2. State two factors that affect the pressure of a gas
3. Define the term “specific heat capacity” (Extended Only)
4. Define the term “specific latent heat” (Extended Only)
5. State by which method of heat transfer household radiators work
6. State two properties of a good emitter of heat
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
118
P3 – Properties of waves, including light and sound
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can recall that waves transfer
energy
I can define “wave front”
I can define “frequency”,
“amplitude”, “frequency” and
“wavelength”
I can calculate wavelength
Extended Only
I can distinguish between
transverse and longitudinal waves
I can describe how waves can be
refracted, reflected or diffracted
I can describe diffraction through a
gap
Extended Only
I can describe diffraction at an edge
Extended Only
I can describe the use of water to
demonstrate refraction, diffraction
and reflection
I can describe the formation of an
image by a plane mirror
I can calculate angle of incidence
for reflection
I can perform simple constructions
and calculations for reflection by
plane mirrors
Extended Only
I can recall that the image in a
plane mirror is virtual
Extended Only
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Refraction of light
https://youtu.be/jPrqy
Z_d9pI
119
I can describe the refraction of light
I can describe the passage of light
through a transparent material
I can define “critical angle”, “angle
of refraction” and “angle of
incidence”
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I can describe internal and total
internal reflection
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I can calculate refractive index
Extended Only
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I can describe and explain the
action of optical fibres
Extended Only
I can describe the action of a thin
converging lends on a beam of light
I can use the terms principal focus
and focal length
I can draw ray diagrams for the
formation of a real image by a
single lens
I can draw ray diagrams for the
formation of a virtual image by a
single lens
Extended Only
I can describe the nature of an
image
I can describe the use of a single
lens as a magnifying glass
Extended Only
I can define the terms “real image”
and “virtual image”
Extended Only
I can describe the dispersion of
light
I can define the term
“monochromatic light”
Extended Only
I can describe the main groups of
the electromagnetic spectrum
I can recall that the speed of
electromagnetic waves in a vacuum
is 3.0x108 m/s
Extended Only
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Refraction: Does light
bend towards or away
from the normal?
Total internal reflection
and refraction
https://youtu.be/rFFTv
24-8h8
Refractive index
https://youtu.be/pILsy
r_K8AU
Lenses and ray
diagrams
https://youtu.be/19SLr
BwZYSA
120
I can recall that all electromagnetic
waves travel at the same speed in a
vacuum
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I can recall examples of the uses of
electromagnetic waves
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I can recall examples of the safety
issues in the use of electromagnetic
waves
I can describe the production of
sound by vibration
I can describe sound waves
I can describe the compression and
rarefaction of sound waves
Extended Only
I can recall that the human ear can
hear sounds between 20 and
20000hz
I can define “ultrasound”
I can recall that a medium is
needed to transmit sound
I can describe an experiment to
show the speed of sound in air
I can state typical values of the
speed of sound in gases, liquids and
solids
Extended Only
I can relate the loudness and pitch
of sound to amplitude and
frequency
I can describe how the reflection of
sound may produce an echo
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
X-rays
https://youtu.be/_1esq
y3Ia9g
How does sound
travel?
https://youtu.be/j77sr
Y0ZStM
121
Quick fire questions
1. Define the term “amplitude”
2. State one example of transverse waves
3. State one common use of total internal reflection
4. State one use of x-rays
5. Identify one disadvantage to the use of UV radiation for tanning
6. Describe how an echo of a sound wave is produced (Extended Only)
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
122
P4 – Electricity and magnetism
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure you
can do all of these…
I can describe the forces between
magnets
I can explain the forces between
magnets
Extended Only
I can describe induced magnetism
I can distinguish between magnetic
and non-magnetic materials
I can describe methods of
magnetisation
I can describe methods of
demagnetisation
Extended Only
I can draw the magnetic field of a
bar magnet
I can describe an experiment to
identify the matter of a magnetic
field
I can distinguish between the
magnetic properties of soft iron and
steel
I can distinguish between the
design and use of permanent
magnets and electromagnets
I can state that charge is measured
in coulombs
I can state that the direction of an
electric field is the direction of force
on a positive charge at that point
Extended Only
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Magnetic fields and
electromagnets
https://youtu.be/V0Ok
OHKIcjQ
123
I can recall that like charges repel
and unlike charges attract
I can describe experiments to show
the production and detection of
electrostatic charges
I can describe an electric field and
simple field patterns
Extended Only
I can distinguish between electrical
conductors and insulators, and give
examples of both
I can describe charging by induction
Extended Only
I can describe conduction in terms
of electrons
Extended Only
I can relate current to flow of
charge
I can calculate current in terms of
charge flow per time
Extended Only
I can describe the use of an
ammeter
I can relate current to flow of
electrons
I can distinguish between the flow
of electrons and the direction of
current
I can define “electromotive force”
I can explain that electromotive
force is defined in terms of energy
supplied
Extended Only
I can define “potential difference”
I can define potential difference in
terms of joules
I can describe the use of a
voltmeter
I can define resistance
I can calculate resistance
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Like charges repel,
opposing charges
attract
https://youtu.be/BJ_c
GWei5bY
Electromagnetic
induction
https://youtu.be/6GMA
K_evAz8
What are current,
resistance and
potential difference?
https://youtu.be/k3vC
g3lGpys
124
I can draw and interpret currentvoltage graphs for resistors and
filament lamps
Extended Only
I can describe an experiment to
determine resistance
I can relate the resistance of a wire
to its diameter and length
I can describe the proportionality
between resistance and the size of
a wire
Extended Only
I can recall that electrical circuits
transfer energy
I can calculate the power and
energy transferred in circuits
Extended Only
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I can recall circuit diagram symbols
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I can draw and interpret circuit
diagrams
Extended Only
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I can distinguish between series
and parallel circuits
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I can calculate resistance in series
and parallel circuits
I can calculate voltage in series and
parallel circuits
I can calculate current in series and
parallel circuits
I can evaluate the use of series and
parallel circuits
I can describe the action of a
potentiometer
I can describe the use of a diode
Extended Only
I can describe the use of
thermistors and light dependent
resistors
I can describe the action of a relay
I can describe the use of circuits as
light-sensitive and temperaturesensitive switches
Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Current-potential
difference graphs
https://youtu.be/fxDN
qQ3hH2A
Circuit symbol
flashcards
https://youtu.be/HiVcn
pDQOcI
Drawing circuit
diagrams
https://youtu.be/_ZvJn
eX3Vww
Current and potential
difference in series and
parallel circuits
https://youtu.be/g2kUj
3xfM90
LDRs and thermistors
https://youtu.be/Ra7s
qF8oZxg
125
Extended Only
I can explain and use the terms
analogue and digital
Extended Only
I can describe the usage and
symbols for logic gates
Extended Only
I can design and understand simple
digital circuits
Extended Only
I can use and interpret truth tables
Extended Only
I can describe the hazards of
damaged insulation, cables
overheating and damp conditions
I can describe and explain the
usage of fuses
I can explain the benefits of
earthing metal cases
I can describe electromagnetic
induction
I can state that the direction of an
induced electromotive force
opposes the charge causing it
Extended Only
I can describe an experiment to
demonstrate electromagnetic
induction
I can recall the factors affecting the
magnitude of induced electromotive
force
I can use Flemings left hand rule
Extended Only
I can distinguish between a.c
current and d.c. current
I can describe and explain a
rotating coil generator
Extended Only
I can draw a graph of output
against time for a simple a.c.
generator
I can describe the construction of a
basic transformer
I can calculate the coils required
and voltage output of a simple
transformer
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Flemings left hand rule
https://youtu.be/whfpE
eoHxNw
126
I can calculate the voltage and
current output of a simple
transformer
Extended Only
I can define the terms “step up”
and “step down”
I can evaluate the use of high
voltage transmission
I can explain why power losses in
cables and lower when the voltage
is high
Extended Only
I can describe the pattern of
magnetic fields caused by currents
I can describe the strength of
different parts of a magnetic field
caused by a current
Extended Only
I can describe applications of the
magnetic effect of current
I can describe a geographical
compass
I can describe the effect on a
magnetic field of changing the
magnitude and direction of current
Extended Only
I can describe an experiment to
show that a force acts on a currentcarrying conductor in a magnetic
field
I can state and use the relative
directions of force, field and current
Extended Only
I can describe an experiment to
show force on beams of charged
particles caused by a current
Extended Only
I can state that a current-carrying
coil in a magnetic field experiences
a turning effect
I can describe the factors which
affect the turning effect of a
current-carrying coil in a magnetic
field
I can describe the action of an
electric motor
Extended Only
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Transformers
https://youtu.be/54s2
HcJOBKA
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Quick fire questions
1. Draw the circuit symbol for a resistor
2. Explain what is meant by “current”
3. State the unit of measurement for resistance
4. Calculate the resistance present in a circuit of 9v drawing 0.1a
5. State one advantage to the use of high voltage transmission
6. Describe the purpose of a step-down transformer
7. Explain why it is important that devices with metal casings are earthed
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P5 – Atomic Physics
Knowledge Checklist
Self-assessment
Specification statement
These are the bits the exam board
wants you to know, make sure
you can do all of these…
I can describe the structure of the
atom
I can describe the alpha-particle
scattering experiment and the
conclusions drawn from it
Extended Only
I can describe the composition of
the nucleus
I can define “nuclear fusion” and
“nuclear fission”
Extended Only
I can state the charges of
subatomic particles
I can define the terms “proton
number”, “nucleon number” and
“nuclide”
First
review
4-7
months
before
exam
Second
review
1-2
months
before
exam
Final
review
Week
before
exam
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Bits to help if you
don’t understand
Introduction to atomic
structure
https://youtu.be/1m22_
6XherM
Nuclear fission
https://youtu.be/I97zD2
WACzo
Nuclear fusion
https://youtu.be/IekhpiMhTs
Alpha and beta decay
equations
https://youtu.be/L99xB
AZY4AE
Isotopes
https://youtu.be/fIC2B9
35oXQ
Background radiation
https://youtu.be/LlVoVv
peQ5o
129
I can describe the detection of
alpha, beta and gamma radiation
I can describe the nature, ionising
effects and penetrative ability of
alpha, beta and gamma radiation
I can describe the deflection in
electric fields of alpha, beta and
gamma radiation
Extended Only
I can interpret the ionising effects
of alpha, beta and gamma
radiation
Extended Only
I can give examples of the
practical uses of alpha, beta and
gamma radiation
Extended Only
I can define “radioactive decay”
I can write nuclear equations
Extended Only
I can recall that during alpha or
beta decay the nucleus changes
I can use the term “half-life” in
simple calculations
I can calculate “half-life” from data
or decay curves
Extended Only
I can recall the effects of ionising
radiation on living tissue
I can describe the safety
precautions needed when using,
handling or storing radioactive
material
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Primrose Kitten – YouTube Tutorials for GCSE and A Level
Types of radiation –
alpha, beta and gamma
https://youtu.be/NzGkp
8ZcjZ0
Half-life and radioactive
decay
https://youtu.be/A9ej_7
z03O8
130
Quick fire questions
1. State the charge present on a proton
2. Explain what is meant by the term “nucleon number”
3. Define the term “isotope”
4. Identify two sources of background radiation
5. State the name of the process by which energy is produced in the sun
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Answers
Question
Unit B1
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Unit B2
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Unit B3
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Unit B4
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Unit B5
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Unit B6
Answer
Unit B1
A1M for idea of waste / unused resources
A1M for link to leaving / exiting the organism
A1M for cytoplasm / cell membrane / etc
A1M each for any two of cell wall, vacuole, chloroplast
A1M for idea of members being able to breed
A1M for living OR viable offspring
A1M for system of classification
A1M for idea of two names
Unit B2
A1M for control / brain of the cell / etc
A1M for containing DNA
A1M for group of cells / mass of cells
A1M for idea of single purpose
A1M for any reasonable example, such as skin, stomach, etc
A1M for any reasonable example, such as nervous, digestive, etc
A1M for use of M = i/a
A1M for I = M x a
A1M for 20 x 2.5
A1M for 50mm/5cm
Unit B3
A1M each for any two of: temperature, pressure, membrane thickness, surface
area
A1M for mention of movement of water
A1M for partially permeable membrane
A1M for down concentration gradient
A1M for movement of particles
A1M for idea of using energy or ATP
A1M for any reasonable answer, such as ions from food, mineral ions, etc
Unit B4
A1M each for any two of Carbon, Oxygen, Hydrogen, Nitrogen
A1M for any reasonable answer, such as bread, potatoes, rice, etc
A1M for emulsion test
A1M for solution / emulsion formed
A1M for amino acids
A1M for any reasonable example, such as blood plasma, cytoplasm, lymph etc
Unit B5
A1M for biological catalyst
A1M for idea of rate increasing as concentration increases
A1M for not increasing past given point / levels off
A1M for link to enzyme concentration no longer being limiting factor
A1M for idea that enzyme unravels / denatures
Do NOT accept “breaks”
A1M for any answer between 0.0 and 6.9
Unit B6
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2
3
Unit B7
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2
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6
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Unit B8
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Unit B9
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Unit B10
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5
A1M for reagents
A1M for products
Carbon Dioxide + Water = Glucose + Oxygen
A1M for reagents
A1M for products
A1M for balancing
6CO2 + 6H2O = C6H12O6 + 6O2
A1M each for any two reasonable answers, such as temperature, light intensity,
etc
Unit B7
A1M for diet / food intake that has a suitable proportion / right amounts
A1M for link to all food groups
A1M for idea of requiring less food
A1M for lack of / none of / insufficient amount
A1M for physical breakdown of food
A1M for linked example – teeth, mastication etc
A1M each for any two reasonable answers, such as sugary diet, starchy diet,
lack of brushing, etc
A1M each for any two reasonable answers, such high surface area, thin
membrane, dedicated blood supply, etc.
Accept answers related to the adaptations of villi
A1M for large intestine
Unit B8
A1M for idea of transportation of water
A1M for high surface area
A1M for thin membrane / thin cell wall
A1M for movement of water through a plant
A1M for idea of leaving plant through leaves and/or entering through roots
A1M for movement of food / ions / minerals through plant
A1M each for any two reasonable answers, such as temperature, wind speed,
humidity, etc
Unit B9
A1M for idea of two “loops” or pumping blood twice
Allow example such as “pumping to lungs and then pumping to body”
A1M for pumping oxygenated blood
A1M for idea of being towards heart
A1M each for any two of: plasma, white blood cells, red blood cells, platelets
A1M for any of: numerous, high surface area, thin membrane
A1M for consuming / devouring / etc
A1M for link to pathogens
Unit B10
A1M for microorganism
A1M for link to causing disease
A1M each for any two of: water, air, contact, pests, animals
A1M each for any two reasonable answers, such as skin, mucus, cilia, etc
A1M for any reasonable advantage, such as reducing disease spreading, saving
lives, etc
A1M for any reasonable disadvantage, such as expense, ethical issues, etc
A1M for idea of immunity / protection from disease
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Unit B11
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2
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Unit B12
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Unit B13
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Unit B14
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Unit B15
1
2
A1M for link to idea that it is inherent in the body / not requiring reaction /
action
Unit B11
A1M each for any two reasonable answers, such as high surface area, thin
membrane, dedicated blood supply
A1M each for any two of, nitrogen , carbon dioxide, water, argon, etc
A1M for idea of hearts beating
A1M for link to “per time” or “per minute” etc
A1M for mucus production
A1M for limewater
A1M for milky / white / cream
Unit B12
A1M for any two reasonable answers
A1M for reagents
A1M for products
Glucose + Oxygen = Carbon Dioxide + Water
A1M for reagents
A1M for products
A1M for balancing
C6H12O6 + 6O2 = 6CO2 + 6H2O
A1M for mention of lactic acid
A1M for idea of less energy produced / less efficient
Unit B13
A1M for kidney
A1M each for any of: urine, sweat, expired air
A1M for any reasonable advantage, such as permanent fix, long term, etc
A1M for any reasonable disadvantage, such as risk of rejection, requires
surgery, etc
A1M for removal of amino acids
Unit B14
A1M each for any two reasonable answers, such as eyes, ears, skin, etc
A1M for idea of carrying out action / accept muscle
A1M for gap / space
A1M for idea of being between neurones
A1M for idea of seeing colour / transmitting colour signals
A1M for idea of maintaining constant / the same
A1M for link to internal body
A1M for any of
- Sweating
- Thirst
- Vasoconstriction
- Surface hair standing up
A1M for growth or movement
A1M for link to in response to / towards light
Unit B15
A1M for substance / chemical substance
A1M for link to changing chemical reactions in the body
A1M for idea of antibiotics only working on bacterial infections
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Unit B16
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2
3
4
5
6
7
Unit B17
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2
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4
5
Unit B18
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2
3
4
5
6
Unit B19
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2
3
4
5
6
Unit B20
1
2
3
A1M for any two reasonable answers, such as higher risk of lung cancer, teeth
discolouration, lung diseases (Accept named)
A1M for liver
A1M for idea of higher performance
Unit B16
A1M for mention of mitosis or idea of only one individual required
A1M for meiosis
A1M each for any two reasonable answers, such as temperature, light intensity
A1M for any reasonable advantage, such as quick, no mate needed, etc
A1M for any reasonable disadvantage, such as no variation produced, clone
produced
A1M for transfer of pollen
A1M for idea of holding pollen
A1M for any reasonable example, such as HIV / genital warts / crabs / etc
Unit B17
A1M for mention of chromosomes
A1M for link to nucleus
A1M for idea of displayed characteristics
A1M for idea of both alleles / copies
A1M for link to them being the same
A1M for idea of only one copy of the gene is needed
A1M for link to being expressed
A1M for idea of change in DNA sequence means change in amino acids produced
A1M for idea that proteins are made of many amino acids
A1M for link to different protein produced
Unit B18
A1M for idea of differences in displayed characteristics
A1M for idea of across a population or species
A1M for any reasonable example, such as height or weight
A1M for any reasonable example, such as eye colour or hair colour
A1M for idea of change in DNA
A1M for physical or chemical feature
A1M for link to increased chance of survival
A1M for any reasonable example, such as breeding sheep to be wooly, or
breeding chickens for higher meat quantities
Unit B19
A1M for the sun
A1M for idea that not all of an organism is consumed
A1M for idea that some energy is used up in growth / reproduction
A1M for idea of eating primary consumers
A1M for all the species / organisms
A1M for link to given area
A1M for photosynthesis
A1M for respiration
A1M for combustion / burning / etc
Unit B20
A1M for idea of fast growth or no ethnical issues
A1M for idea of shared vulnerability / no variation
A1M for any mention of lactose free milk
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Unit B21
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2
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4
5
Unit C1
1
2
3
Unit C2
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2
3
4
Unit C3
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2
3
4
5
Unit C4
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2
3
4
5
Unit C5
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2
3
A1M for any mention of bread or brewing
Unit B21
A1M for idea of rain with dissolved / containing
A1M for named acid (Nitric or Sulfuric)
A1M for idea of land needed for crops
A1M for mention of wood as fuel
A1M for idea of development / urbanisation with minimal impact on environment
A1M for coal, oil, or gas
A1M each for any two reasonable consequences, such as rising sea levels,
extinction etc
Unit C1
A1M for idea of filling shape of container
A1M for link to not filling volume
A1M for rigid structure / tightly packed
A1M for idea of random motion
A1M for link to particles in suspension
Unit C2
A1M for scale or balance
A1M for idea of no contaminants / other substances
A1M for evaporation
A1M for idea of pencil not soluble / pen would dissolve
A1M for link to unbiased result or fair test
Unit C3
A1M for idea of same number of protons
A1M for link to different numbers of neutrons
A1M for Ionic
A1M for mixture
A1M for metals ./ metal and non-metal
A1M for one electron per hydrogen
A1M for one electron per carbon in each bond
A1M for 4 bonds total
A1M for mention of delocalised electrons
A1M for idea of them being able to move
A1M for link to charge being carried
Unit C4
A1M for idea of mass of an atom of an element
A1M for comparison with atom of hydrogen
A1M for 6.022 x 1023=
A1M for CO2
A1M for idea of actual product obtained
A1M for comparison with theoretical amount obtainable
A1M for 1.5 x 24
A1M for 36
Ignore Units
Unit C5
A1M for idea of breaking or splitting
A1M for link to using electricity
A1M for positively charged electrode
A1M for products
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Unit C6
1
2
3
Unit C7
1
2
3
4
Unit C8
1
2
3
4
5
Unit C9
1
2
3
5
Unit C10
1
2
3
4
5
Unit C11
1
2
3
4
Unit
C12/C13
1
A1M for reactants
Na+ + e- = Na
A1M for any reasonable disadvantage, such as cost, complexity, potential
danger
Unit C6
A1M for idea of releasing heat to surroundings
A1M for reaction progress or time on x axis
A1M for energy on y axis
A1M for products higher than reactants
Ignore activation energy
Ignore curve if drawn
A1M for idea of burning to release heat / exothermic in combustion
Unit C7
A1M each for any two of temperature, pressure, presence of catalyst, surface
area, concentration
A1M for reference to surface area
A1M for idea that products can be reacted
A1M for link to forming reactants
A1M for gain of electrons
Unit C8
A1M for idea of being neither acidic not alkaline
Accept pH 7
A1M for answer between 0.01 and 6.99
A1M for salt
A1M for water
A1M for proton donor
A1M for wet litmus
A1M for bleaching / goes white
Unit C9
A1M for any of shiny, soft, not dense, low melting point, etc
A1M for group 5
A1M for any reasonable use, such as safe atmospheres, lighting, etc
A1M for variable oxidation states or hard or unreactive
Unit C10
A1M for idea of no layers / irregular structure
A1M for idea that particles cannot slide over each other
A1M for reference to gold being unreactive
A1M for any reasonable use, such as electrical circuits
A1M for any reasonable use, such as car bodies or construction
A1M for any reasonable advantage, such as less use of raw materials or
environmental concerns
Unit C11
A1M for Nitrogen
A1M for any reasonable answer, such as combustion / acid rain etc
A1M for any reasonable answer, such as rising sea levels or extinction
A1M for contains Nitrogen, Potassium and/or Phosphorus
Unit C12/C13
A1M for any reasonable answer, such as construction
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3
Unit C14
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6
7
Unit P1
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7
8
Unit P2
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2
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4
5
6
Unit P3
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2
3
4
A1M for contact process
A1M for reactants
A1M for products
A1M for balancing
CaCO3 = CaO + O2
Unit C14
A1M for C2H6
A1M for -OH
A1M for C2H4O2
Allow CH3COOH
A1M for alcohol
A1M for carboxylic acid
A1M for large molecule / long chain
A1M for reference to many smaller monomers
A1M for water
A1M for fuels
Unit P1
A1M for thermometer / temperature probe
A1M for distance covered
A1M for link to unit time
A1M for idea of overall force
A1M for link to two or more forces acting on an object
A1M for 10/2
A1M for 5
Ignore units
A1M for energy transferred
A1M for link to unit time
A1M for any reasonable advantage, such as no carbon dioxide produced or
renewable
A1M for any reasonable disadvantage, such as unreliable or noise pollution
A1M for measuring pressure
Unit P2
A1M for idea of filling shape and volume of container
A1M for size of container
A1M for temperature
A1M for energy required to heat
A1M for link to 1g of a substance b 1`c
A1M for energy required
A1M for link to change of state
A1M for convection
A1M for matt
A1M for light colour
Unit P3
A1M for movement or displacement
A1M for link to origin
A1M for any reasonable example, such as EM radiation
A1M for fibre optics / communication
A1M for medical scanning / etc
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6
Unit P4
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2
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4
5
6
7
Unit P8
1
2
3
4
5
A1M for any reasonable disadvantage, such as health risks or energy
consumption
A1M for reference to reflection
A1M for link to reflected back to producing location
Unit P4
A1M for rectangular box
A1M for charge per unit time
A1M for ohms, accept symbol
A1M for use of v = ir
A1M for r = v/i
A1M for 9/0.1
A1M for 0
A1M for idea of less current lost
A1M for idea of reducing voltage
A1M for idea of safety
A1M for link to stopping current passing through user
Unit P8
A1M for +1 / positive
A1M for mass of protons and neutrons
A1M for same number of protons
A1M for different number of neutrons
A1M for any two reasonable answers, such as minerals / cosmic rays / medical
experimentation / etc
A1M for nuclear fusion
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