Practice finding the Ar of an element and calculating the Mr of a molecule or chemical formula with these tiered questions. Answers included

Practice identifying the relative atomic mass and calculating relative formula/molecular mass with these tiered questions. Answers included.

Includes testing for: Cations Anions Gas tests Test for Water Testing for Purity of Water Flame Tests Question on one side, answer on the other. Print double sided (flip along long side of paper).

Students will write a lab report on the effect of concentration on the rate of reaction.

Links to videos for GCSE Chemistry revision.

Practice calculating number of moles, relative formula mass and mass with these tiered questions. Answers included. If you could spare 5 minutes, please review this resource, to help my online presence grow! :)

Questions and answers on bonding and structure in GCSE chemistry.

Practice calculating the percentage by mass of an element in a compound with these tiered questions. Answers included. If you could spare 5 minutes, please review this resource, to help my online presence grow! :)

Practice calculating percentage yield with these tiered questions. Answers included. If you could spare 5 minutes, please review this resource, to help my online presence grow! :)

Practice calculating atom economy with these tiered questions. Answers included. If you could spare 5 minutes, please review this resource, to help my online presence grow! :)

24 mark quiz on the following topics: Writing chemical formula for ionic compounds. Properties and structure of ionic compounds. Drawing ions and ionic bonding. Describing how ionic bonds form. Mark scheme included.

Quiz includes: Reactivity series Extracting metals Displacement Reactions Quiz is out of 28 marks, so half the lesson to do the quiz and the other half to go over answers. Mark scheme is included.

This GCSE Chemistry Foundation Tier PowerPoint provides a detailed guide to the required practical on temperature changes, covering exothermic and endothermic reactions. It includes step-by-step instructions, risk assessments, practical techniques, and exam-style questions to help students develop essential practical skills. What is This Resource About? This PowerPoint is designed to support AQA GCSE Chemistry Foundation Tier students in completing the temperature changes required practical. The lesson explains how to classify reactions as exothermic or endothermic, guides students through the investigation of temperature changes in neutralisation reactions, and helps them analyse results using graphs and data tables. What’s Included? Definition of exothermic and endothermic reactions Examples of exothermic reactions (neutralisation, combustion) and endothermic reactions (photosynthesis, sports ice packs) Full method for the required practical – Investigating the temperature change during the neutralisation of hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide Step-by-step experimental setup – Including risk assessment, safety precautions, and equipment list How to record and analyse results – Using data tables, mean calculations, and graph plotting Explanation of energy transfer in reactions – Why temperature increases in exothermic reactions and decreases in endothermic reactions Common sources of error and how to improve accuracy – Use of better insulation, digital thermometers, and controlled variables Why Use This Resource? Designed for AQA GCSE Chemistry Foundation Tier students Fully editable PowerPoint (.pptx) for easy adaptation to different teaching styles Clear explanations and structured lesson format Supports students in completing required practicals and developing essential exam skills Encourages practical-based learning and scientific investigation Last updated: February 2025. This PowerPoint is ideal for teachers, tutors, and students looking for a comprehensive, curriculum-aligned resource on temperature changes in chemical reactions. Download now to support practical chemistry teaching!

This GCSE Chemistry PowerPoint presentation provides a detailed and structured lesson on neutralisation reactions, covering the reaction between acids and bases, word and symbol equations, ionic equations, titrations, and the role of ammonium salts in agriculture. It includes explanations, worked examples, and questions to help students understand neutralisation in depth. What’s Included? Definition of neutralisation – Explanation of how acids react with alkalis or bases to produce a salt and water. General equation for neutralisation – Understanding the key reaction: Acid + Base → Salt + Water Balanced symbol equations – Worked examples of neutralisation reactions, including: Hydrochloric acid + sodium hydroxide → sodium chloride + water HCl + NaOH → NaCl + H₂O Metal carbonate neutralisation – Explanation of how metal carbonates neutralise acids to form a salt, water, and carbon dioxide. Ionic equations for acid-base reactions – How to derive ionic equations by removing spectator ions. Titrations – brief introduction to what a titration is with a video example and accompanying questions. Ammonium salts and fertilisers – Explanation of how ammonium salts are produced in neutralisation reactions and their importance in agriculture. Indicators and pH curves – Understanding how indicators show when neutralisation occurs and how pH changes during titration. Review questions – Includes word equations and balanced symbol equations Why Use This Resource? Designed for GCSE Chemistry (AQA) specification. Fully editable PowerPoint (.pptx) to allow customization for different teaching styles. Clear explanations and step-by-step examples to support student understanding. Engaging practical activities and investigations for hands-on learning. Practice questions to prepare students for assessments. Last updated: February 2025. This resource is perfect for teachers, tutors, and students looking for a comprehensive, curriculum-aligned lesson on neutralisation reactions. Download now to support your chemistry teaching!

This GCSE Chemistry PowerPoint presentation covers acids, alkalis, and the pH scale, providing a clear and structured explanation of key concepts. It includes definitions, practical investigations, and exam-style questions to help students understand how to classify substances based on pH, identify common acids and alkalis, and explore methods for measuring pH accurately. What’s Included? Definition of acids and alkalis – Explanation of how acids release hydrogen ions (H⁺) in solution, while alkalis release hydroxide ions (OH⁻). The pH scale – Understanding the logarithmic nature of pH, showing how changes in pH correspond to changes in H⁺ ion concentration. Acid and alkali examples – Categorization of substances based on their pH values, including strong and weak acids (HCl, H₂SO₄, CH₃COOH) and alkalis (NaOH, NH₃ solution). Strong vs. weak acids – Explanation of ionization differences, with examples of fully ionizing strong acids vs partially ionizing weak acids. Indicators and pH measurement – Comparison of universal indicator, litmus paper, phenolphthalein, and methyl orange as pH indicators. Digital pH meters vs universal indicators – Discussion of advantages and disadvantages of different pH measurement methods. Practical Investigation: Measuring the pH of Household Substances – A step-by-step method for testing pH using universal indicator and a pH color chart. Concentration vs strength of acids – Explanation of the difference between concentrated and dilute acids and how it differs from acid strength. Alkalis and bases – Definition of bases and alkalis, with examples of metal oxides, metal hydroxides, and metal carbonates. Chemical formulae – Practice writing formulas for common acids, alkalis, and bases, reinforcing chemical equation skills. Exam-style questions – Includes multiple-choice, short-answer, and 6-mark extended response questions, such as comparing a pH meter to universal indicator. Why Use This Resource? Designed for GCSE Chemistry (AQA) specification. Fully editable PowerPoint (.pptx) for customization. Clear visuals and structured explanations for classroom teaching or independent learning. Encourages practical learning through hands-on scientific investigations. Develops key exam skills, helping students confidently answer acid and alkali-related questions. Last updated: February 2025. This resource is ideal for teachers, tutors, and students looking for a detailed, curriculum-aligned lesson on acids, alkalis, and the pH scale. Download now to support your chemistry teaching!

This GCSE Chemistry PowerPoint presentation covers the extraction of metals, focusing on different methods used based on the metal’s position in the reactivity series. It includes engaging explanations, practical applications, and exam-style questions to help students understand carbon reduction, electrolysis, and the extraction of iron in a blast furnace. What’s Included? Definition of a metal ore – Explanation of what ores are and why some metals need to be extracted while others exist in pure form. Reactivity series – Understanding how metal reactivity determines the extraction method used. Electrolysis for highly reactive metals – Explanation of why metals above carbon (e.g., aluminum, sodium, magnesium) are extracted using electrolysis. Reduction with carbon – How metals below carbon (e.g., iron, zinc, lead) are extracted using carbon reduction. Blast furnace process for iron extraction – Step-by-step reactions, role of coke, limestone, and hot air, and key chemical equations. Oxidation and reduction concepts – Identifying what is oxidized and reduced in metal extraction reactions. Word and symbol equations – Example equations for extracting different metals, with opportunities for student practice. Review and exam-style questions – to check understanding. Why Use This Resource? Aligned with GCSE Chemistry (AQA) specification. Fully editable PowerPoint (.pptx) – Customizable for different lesson styles and student needs. Clear visuals and structured explanations – Ideal for classroom teaching or independent learning. Develops key exam skills – Helps students practice writing equations and explaining extraction methods. Last updated: February 2025. Perfect for teachers, tutors, and students looking for a comprehensive and engaging resource on metal extraction. Download now to enhance your chemistry lessons!

This PowerPoint presentation provides a structured and engaging lesson on the reaction of metals with acids, designed for GCSE Chemistry and other secondary-level science courses. Students will observe, investigate, and analyze the reactivity of different metals when mixed with hydrochloric acid, developing a deeper understanding of the reactivity series and displacement reactions. What’s Included? Learning objectives – Students will investigate how metals react with acids and determine their order in the reactivity series based on observations. Starter activity – Engaging recap questions on metal reactions, oxidation, and reduction. Key concepts – Explains the general reaction formula (metal + acid → salt + hydrogen). Scientific investigation – A step-by-step practical experiment where students test magnesium, zinc, iron, and copper with hydrochloric acid, recording their observations. Testing for hydrogen gas – Explanation of the squeaky pop test to confirm the presence of hydrogen. Practical skills focus – Covers variables, safety precautions, and accurate observations to develop experimental and analytical skills. Data recording & analysis – Results table, conclusion, and evaluation tasks to encourage critical thinking about reaction rates and reliability. Plenary & review questions – Reinforces learning with questions on reaction observations, metal reactivity trends, and chemical equation writing. Why Use This Resource? Exam-focused content – Aligned with AQA specifications for GCSE Chemistry. Interactive and engaging – Encourages hands-on learning through practical investigation. Fully editable PowerPoint (.pptx) – Customizable to suit different teaching approaches. Develops key skills – Reinforces scientific methodology, observation recording, and data interpretation. Clear explanations & visuals – Supports student understanding of reaction mechanisms and chemical equations. Last updated: February 2025. This ready-to-use lesson is perfect for teachers, tutors, and students looking for an engaging resource on metal reactivity and acid reactions. Download now to bring chemistry to life in your classroom!

This PowerPoint presentation provides a comprehensive overview of phytomining and bioleaching, two sustainable methods for extracting copper from low-grade ores. Designed for GCSE Chemistry and other secondary-level science courses, this resource explains the need for alternative extraction techniques, how these processes work, and their advantages and disadvantages. The content aligns with AQA exam specifications, making it an excellent teaching tool for classroom instruction or independent student study. What’s Included? Learning objectives: Understanding the need for new metal extraction methods, explaining phytomining and bioleaching, and evaluating their effectiveness. Starter activity: Engaging questions on oxidation, reduction, and traditional metal extraction methods. Detailed explanations: Step-by-step breakdowns of phytomining (using plants to absorb copper ions) and bioleaching (using bacteria to dissolve metal compounds). Comparison of methods: Advantages and disadvantages of phytomining and bioleaching versus traditional mining and smelting. Extraction of pure copper: Using electrolysis or displacement reactions to obtain copper from phytomining and bioleaching processes. Review questions and activities: Knowledge checks, discussion prompts, and a 6-mark exam-style question to reinforce learning. Why Use This Resource? Clear and structured slides – Easy-to-follow visuals and explanations suitable for whole-class teaching. Exam-focused content – Covers key concepts relevant to GCSE Chemistry assessments. Sustainable chemistry – Encourages discussion on environmentally friendly extraction methods. Fully editable PowerPoint (.pptx) – Adaptable for different teaching styles and student needs. Last updated: February 2025. Perfect for teachers, tutors, and students looking for an engaging and informative resource on alternative metal extraction techniques. Download now to enhance your chemistry lessons!

This PowerPoint resource, introduces key concepts in chemistry, making it perfect for secondary-level science lessons. Students will learn the differences between pure substances, mixtures, and formulations, supported by engaging definitions, examples, and real-world applications. The resource begins with an interactive starter activity to review key ideas, such as the role of boiling and melting points in determining substance purity. It then delves into the distinctions between elements, compounds, and mixtures, accompanied by examples like mineral water, air, and paracetamol. The lesson also defines formulations as mixtures designed for specific purposes and includes relatable examples, such as toothpaste and paint, with their components and functions detailed. To enhance understanding, the resource incorporates data analysis tasks, allowing students to interpret melting and boiling point ranges to identify substances as pure or impure. Students are challenged to apply their learning through practice and extension questions, ensuring a thorough grasp of the topic. Formatted as a .pptx file, the resource is compatible with PowerPoint and Google Slides, making it accessible across devices. Last updated in December 2024, it includes updated examples and exercises to align with curriculum requirements. Ideal for educators seeking a comprehensive, interactive, and student-friendly resource, this PowerPoint bridges theoretical knowledge and practical understanding, promoting critical thinking and engagement in chemistry topics.

This is a comprehensive PowerPoint resource designed for GCSE-level chemistry students studying the formation of ions. This lesson explores how and why atoms gain or lose electrons to achieve stability, making it an essential tool for understanding ionic bonding. The resource begins with clear learning objectives, including defining key terms such as ion. A starter activity engages students by reviewing atomic structure, including atomic number, relative atomic mass, and electron configuration, setting the stage for a deeper dive into ion formation. Core content explains: How Group 1 metals lose electrons to form positive ions (cations), using sodium as an example. How Group 7 non-metals gain electrons to form negative ions (anions), such as fluorine becoming fluoride. How atoms in other groups form ions. The concept of noble gas configuration and why it drives ion formation. Interactive activities include: Step-by-step examples of electron transfer using dot-and-cross diagrams. Calculations of ionic charges based on the number of protons and electrons. Exercises to apply these concepts to different elements like magnesium, oxygen, and chlorine. The PowerPoint also features diagrams, guided practice tasks, practice questions and opportunities for students to test their understanding through challenges like completing atomic configurations and predicting ion charges. Formatted as a .pptx file, this resource is compatible with most devices and aligns with GCSE chemistry curricula. Updated in December 2024, it includes modern visuals and examples for enhanced engagement. Ideal for classroom instruction, revision, or independent study, this lesson provides a thorough exploration of ion formation and lays the foundation for mastering ionic bonding.