Overview

AS Chemistry deepens students’ understanding of chemical principles, emphasizing quantitative and analytical skills. It lays the groundwork for the more complex topics in A2.

Key Topics

• Atomic Structure and Periodicity
• Bonding and Molecular Structure
• Energetics (Enthalpy changes)
• Chemical Equilibria
• Kinetics
• Redox Reactions
• Introduction to Organic Chemistry (Hydrocarbons, Halogenoalkanes, Alcohols)
• Basic Analytical Techniques (Infrared, Mass Spec, Titration)

Skills Developed

• Balancing complex equations
• Interpreting data and spectra
• Applying mathematical skills in chemistry
• Designing and analyzing experiments

Objective

To build a solid conceptual and practical base for further study in A2 and tertiary level chemistry.