Edexcel A Level Chemistry 9CH0 — Revision Notes & Past Papers
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What is Edexcel A Level Chemistry (9CH0)?
What is Edexcel A Level Chemistry (9CH0)?
Pearson Edexcel A Level Chemistry (9CH0) is a Level 3 Advanced GCE assessed through three externally examined written papers plus a separately reported Science Practical Endorsement. The course spans inorganic, organic and physical chemistry — atomic structure, bonding, energetics, kinetics, equilibria, redox, the periodic table, organic functional groups, spectroscopy and analysis — supported by sixteen core practicals that link theory to laboratory skills. The qualification is graded A* to E.
Assessment
| Paper | Total marks | Duration | Style of questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 — Advanced Inorganic and Physical Chemistry (9CH0/01) | 90 marks · 30% | 1h 45 | Written exam, multiple choice, short open, calculations and extended writing |
| Paper 2 — Advanced Organic and Physical Chemistry (9CH0/02) | 90 marks · 30% | 1h 45 | Written exam, multiple choice, short open, calculations and extended writing |
| Paper 3 — General and Practical Principles in Chemistry (9CH0/03) | 120 marks · 40% | 2h 30 | Written exam, synoptic and practical-skills questions |
Total 300 marks · 100% external written assessment · graded A* to E · plus Science Practical Endorsement (reported separately as pass/fail).
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