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2 Markers
3-4 Markers
Typically definitions, simple
and straightforward
answers are expected, the
examiner looks for 2
particular keywords in your
answer.
Max 2 sentences.
This requires reasoning for a
described situation. You
must state obvious factors
that have contributed to the
change and why so.
You may also need to quote
data at times for your
analysis
Explain questions require technical terms in
the answer.
Describe questions can be easily answered
with layman's terms.
Analyse questions require you to infer,
deduce, draw a conclusion from a table, graph
or diagram.
Alternative to Practical
Cation and Anion tests: It is best to
learn the tests with coloured tables, to
ingrain a mental picture of what colour
precipitate each element results in
forming.
Absolutely crucial to know, because it is
a guaranteed mark for 2 words of
writing. You must be familiar with the
observations, whether a gas is liberated,
what colour the gas is and how can we
test for it.
Drawing
You must use the appropriate
format when drawing ionic
bonded
compounds. Including a Key;
which atom has a dot for
electrons and
which has a cross for
electrons.
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