Chemistry

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📋Quick Facts - CSCA Chemistry Exam

60min

Exam Duration

Questions

100

Total Points

MCQ

Question Type

Quick Access

Chemistry Glossary

Multilingual chemistry terminology with examples

Formula Reference

Key chemistry formulas and equations

Practice Problems

Solve chemistry problems and test your knowledge

Main Topics

Organic Chemistry

Carbon compounds, functional groups, and reactions

Inorganic Chemistry

Elements, compounds, and non-carbon chemistry

Physical Chemistry

Energy, thermodynamics, and reaction kinetics

Analytical Chemistry

Identification and quantification methods

Key Concepts

Periodic Table

Elements & Periodicity

Elements organized by atomic structure and chemical properties

Chemical Bonding

Ionic, Covalent, Metallic

How atoms form bonds and molecular structures

Reaction Types

Synthesis, Decomposition, Redox

Different categories of chemical reactions and transformations

Stoichiometry

Mole Calculations

Quantitative relationships in chemical reactions

Chemistry Exam Tips

1. Master the Basics

Ensure strong understanding of atomic structure, bonding, and periodic trends

2. Practice Calculations

Work through mole conversions, stoichiometry, and equilibrium problems regularly

3. Learn Nomenclature

Master systematic naming for organic and inorganic compounds

Study Suggestions

Personalized recommendations based on exam analysis

Priority Focus Areas

High-weight modules that need extra attention

Inorganic Chemistry

~18h study time

30%

Challenging Topics

Difficult modules requiring more preparation

Organic Chemistry

Allocate extra time 24h

Physical Chemistry

Allocate extra time 24h

Suggested Study Plan

Recommended timeline for exam preparation

7 weeks

Total study time: 62h @ 10h/week

Weekly goal: 10-15 hours

Daily study: 1.5-2 hours

Rest days: 1-2 days/week

Quick Study Tips

Strategies to maximize your learning efficiency

Start with easier topics

Begin with: Basic Chemical Concepts

1.Review glossary terms daily to build vocabulary

2.Focus on high-weight modules (>30%) first

3.Practice past papers regularly

4.Take breaks every 45-60 minutes to maintain focus

Study Roadmap

Follow this recommended learning path covering 4 modules

Total Estimated Time

62h

Step 1

Inorganic Chemistry

Elements, compounds, and periodic law

Medium

18 hours

4 topics

Atomic structurePeriodic table and periodic lawChemical bonding+1 more

Step 2

Organic Chemistry

Hydrocarbons, functional groups, organic reactions

Hard

16 hours

4 topics

HydrocarbonsFunctional groups in organic compoundsTypes of organic reactions+1 more

Step 3

Physical Chemistry

Chemical reaction principles, thermochemistry, chemical equilibrium

Hard

16 hours

5 topics

Chemical reaction rateChemical equilibriumElectrolyte solutions+2 more

Step 420% weight

Basic Chemical Concepts

Composition, properties, and classification of matter

Easy

12 hours

3 topics

Composition and classification of matterChemical terminologyAmount of substance (mole concept)

Exam Outline

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