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Unit 3: Practical Skills in Chemistry I

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  1. Practical Skills in Chemistry I

    1. 3.P1Solving practical-context problems

      Solve problems set in a practical context and apply scientific knowledge to practical contexts.

    2. 3.P2Controlling variables

      Identify and state how to control variables to improve experimental validity.

    3. 3.P3Presenting data

      Present data in appropriate ways.

    4. 3.P4Evaluating results and conclusions

      Evaluate results and draw conclusions.

    5. 3.P5Uncertainties and errors

      Recognise and evaluate measurement uncertainties and errors.

    6. 3.P6Evaluating an experimental method

      Comment on the method used for an experiment.

    7. 3.P7Plotting and interpreting graphs

      Plot and interpret graphs.

    8. 3.P8Processing and analysing data

      Process and analyse data using appropriate mathematical skills.

    9. 3.P9Significant figures

      Use appropriate numbers of significant figures based on the experimental data.

    10. 3.P10Accuracy and precision

      Consider the accuracy and precision of data.

    11. 3.P11Selecting laboratory apparatus

      Recognise a range of laboratory apparatus and select appropriate apparatus for a particular scenario.

    12. 3.P12Using apparatus and techniques

      Understand how to use the apparatus and techniques appropriate to this specification.

    13. 3.P13Range and resolution of apparatus

      Consider the range and resolution of apparatus.

    14. 3.P14Health and safety

      Identify health and safety issues and explain how they may be managed.

    15. 3.P15Tests for ions and gases

      Recall and interpret observations relating to tests for ions and gases in Units 1 and 2.

    16. 3.P16Tests for organic functional groups

      Recall and interpret observations relating to tests for organic functional groups in Units 1 and 2.

    17. 3.P17Measurements and data in Units 1 and 2

      Manipulate data and evaluate experimental methods and techniques for measurements in Units 1 and 2, including molar-mass calculations, titrations, thermochemical investigations and simple kinetics experiments.

    18. 3.P18Preparing inorganic and organic compounds

      Evaluate experimental methods and techniques for preparing inorganic or organic compounds in Units 1 and 2.