Chemical analysis
Separating chemical mixtures
There are different ways to separate mixtures, for example by filtration, crystallisation, distillation or chromatography. The method chosen depends upon the type of mixture.
Finding the composition of unknown samples
Quantitative analysis is used by chemists to make measurements and calculations. Alkalis neutralise acids to make salts and water. Their concentration can be analysed using titrations.
Calculating amounts of substances
No atoms are created or destroyed during a chemical reaction. This allows calculations to be made on the quantities of substances that react and of the products made.
Calculating yields - OCR 21st Century
The percentage yield shows how much product is obtained compared to the maximum possible mass. Molar gas volume can be used to make calculations about reactions between gases.
Measuring the amounts of chemicals in solutions
Quantitative analysis is used by chemists to make measurements and calculations. Alkalis neutralise acids to make salts and water. Their concentration can be analysed using titrations.
Sample exam questions - chemical analysis
Understanding how to approach exam questions helps to boost exam performance. Question types will include multiple choice, structured, mathematical and practical questions.
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