Science Study Guide

Concise revision notes for A-level and IGCSE sciences

Topics

Chemistry

  • Atomic structure & the mole
  • Chemical bonding
  • Energetics & kinetics
  • Equilibria, acids & bases
  • Organic reaction mechanisms

Physics

  • Kinematics & dynamics
  • Work, energy & power
  • Waves & superposition
  • Electric circuits
  • Nuclear physics

Biology

  • Cell structure
  • Biological molecules
  • Enzymes
  • Gas exchange & transport
  • Inheritance & genetics

Exam technique

  1. Read the command word first: state, explain and suggest ask for different depth.
  2. Check the mark allocation and give one distinct point per mark.
  3. Show every step of a calculation and give units and significant figures.
  4. Use the correct key terms from the syllabus.
  5. Practise past papers under timed conditions and mark them with the scheme.

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Topic summaries, worked examples and practice questions are being added.