AQA A-Level› Inorganic Chemistry
3.2

Inorganic Chemistry

6 topics covering periodicity, groups, transition metals, and aqueous chemistry.

AS Topics (Year 1)

3.2.1 Periodicity

Trends across periods and down groups. Atomic radius, ionisation energy, electronegativity.

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3.2.2 Group 2, the Alkaline Earth Metals

Reactions of Group 2 elements and compounds. Trends in reactivity and solubility.

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3.2.3 Group 7(17), the Halogens

Halogen reactions, displacement, disproportionation, halide ion tests.

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A2 Topics (Year 2)

3.2.4 Properties of Period 3 Elements & Oxides

Reactions and bonding of Period 3 elements with oxygen and water.

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3.2.5 Transition Metals

Variable oxidation states, complex ions, colour, catalysis.

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3.2.6 Reactions of Ions in Aqueous Solution

Precipitation, acid-base, and redox reactions of aqueous ions.

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