Chemistry
Key Stage 3
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Chemistry (KS3)

The Key Stage 3 Chemistry course is divided into a series of topics which cover the years 7-9. Emphasis is placed on scientific enquiry, such as scientific evidence and investigative skills, as well as knowledge, skills and understanding.

The topics studied are:

Year 7
* Acids & Alkalis
* Simple Chemical Reactions
* Particle Explanations
* Solutions

Year 8
* Atoms & Elements
* Compounds & Mixtures
* Rocks & Weathering
* The Rock Cycle

Year 9
* Reactions of Metals
* Patterns of Reactivity
* Using Chemistry
* Environmental Chemistry

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Dr J Randell
BSc PhD
Mrs J Hayman
BSc
Dr L A Bromley
MA DPhil
Miss D Woods
MChem